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UCLA Health Medical Scribe, Per Diem - Glaucoma, Westwood in Los Angeles, California
Description
Join our dynamic team in the Ophthalmology team, supporting our Glaucoma specialty clinic in Westwood. We're looking for a Medical Scribe who is knowledgeable of the clinical setting and is passionate about providing exceptional support to physicians and patients alike. In this role, you'll:
Accurately document medical data in real-time during patient exams
Prepare charts by entering referral info, surgical history, and known diagnoses
Assist physicians in closing encounters and ensuring documentation is complete and accurate
Provide light patient education and complete forms (e.g., return-to-work/school)
Manage medication refill authorizations under physician supervision
Support record keeping: abstracting, scanning, and cataloging into the EMR
Provide general clerical support
The Scribe will work various days and shifts every week. This is a part-time per diem position, working based on clinic needs - flexibility is required.
Salary Range: $25.66 Hourly
May convert to Career. Qualifications
Required:
Ability to perform under the pressure of frequent interruptions and distractions.
Ability to proofread very detailed materials and monitor work accurately.
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively and diplomatically interact with others.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and convey information.
Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to maintain equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference or hostility.
Knowledge and skill in using various computer programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook email and database software.
Ability to organize and track multiple records and requests and follow through in a timely manner.
Ability to handle confidential material while protecting its strict confidentiality.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Highly Preferred:
- A minimum of two years of scribe or related physician support experience.
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