Clerk Typist III (Medical Scribe) - Urology
University of Iowa

Job Info

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The University of Iowa Department of Ourology is seeking patient centered allied health professional desiring a clearly defined medical career path. A Clerk Typist III (Medical Scribe) in the Department of Urology will act as an assistant to the physician; performing documentation in Epic, gathering information for the patient's visit, and partnering with the physician to deliver efficient patient care. The Scribe will perform complex typing or word processing assignments on a regular and recurring basis, such as typing physician notes and templates requiring specialized terminology, and perform related clerical work as required. Duties involve the use of personal computers, computer terminals, and a variety of software some of which may be discipline specific and conventional office equipment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Prepares and types complex medical records within the electronic health record.
• Assists physicians in developing and editing clinical documentation templates.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of institutional and unit policies, processes and forms.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, format, clerical procedures, and proofreading techniques.
• Knowledge of technical terminology and symbols specific to the area of work.
• Skill in utilizing computer packages and online systems. Ability to learn specific software programs that may assist in technical typing responsibilities.
• Skill in operating office equipment.
• Skill in creating tables, graphs, charts, and structures, and performing fast, accurate typing.
• Ability to sit at a desk and concentrate visually for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and apply institutional and other policies accurately.
• Ability to gather, evaluate, and display data in appropriate format and keep accurate records.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.

Experience Requirements:

• Any combination of related clerical office experience, related undergraduate education and/or post high school clerical training that is the equivalent to two years of full-time employment and includes the use of word processing.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with scribing for physicians entering medical information into Epic (Electronic Medical Record)
• Typing proficiency
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to multitask
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills with a multi-disciplinary team
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Application Process: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:

• Resume

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.

For additional questions, please contact Sandy Moenk at sandy-moenk@uiowa.edu or 319-356-0748.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Clerk Typist III
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 8

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Sandy Moenk
• Contact Email: sandy-moenk@uiowa.edu

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