Physician Documentation Asst Emergency Department

Physician Documentation Asst Emergency Department

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED
• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Training or Degree in Medical Terminology or previous exposure to medical terminology
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Prioritization skills
• Ability to work well under stress
• Ability to think critically and problem-solve
• Proficient using a computer, specifically Microsoft Office programs and data entry systems.

Responsibilities

• Models professional practice through collaboration with staff, leadership, patients, families and physicians.
• Interacts in a positive, professional manner with evidence of conflict resolution skills.
• Documents physician assessment accurately, timely, and without subjectivity.
• Completes order entry as directed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Documents any procedures completed by the physician.
• Knowledge of common medical terms and familiarity with medical language.
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work well with co-workers, patients, family, and guests.
• Reviews all assigned patients for updated testing results and promptly reports them to the assigned physician.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Assistance OR 6 months of previous patient care experience or student in Nursing Allied Health or Medicine and completion of medical terminology class in Medical Assistance Program.