Riverside Medical Group is growing our team in New Jersey and Connecticut. As part of Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally. Work with the largest care delivery organization in the world and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

Optum Tri-State brings patients local care, backed by national expertise. As a premier provider of health care services, Optum Tri-State offers services including primary care, urgent care, and a diverse range of specialty care, outpatient surgery, and imaging. Drawing on the knowledge of leading doctors and healthcare experts, Optum helps 1.6 million patients across 630 locations access high-quality, affordable healthcare within their community.

Medical scribes, or medical transcriptionists, assist physicians or other healthcare professionals by performing clerical tasks and taking notes during patient consultations. Medical scribes generally use an electronic health record (EHR) system to record the patient information.

Location : (This position is onsite .) 525 Jack Martin Blvd, Brick, New Jersey 08724

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours vary. Occasional Saturday shift (8:30-12pm)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accurately scribe as the physician is examining patient
• Maintain adherence to transcription quality assurance standards
• Demonstrate appropriate grammar, punctuation and style standards when transcribing/ editing provider dictations
• Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pharmacology
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology for appropriate medical specialties
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical / surgical procedures and equipment for appropriate medical specialties
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications / dosages for appropriate medical specialties
  

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience as a medical scribe in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Experience with E-Clinical Works/Epic EMR
• Solid understanding of medical terminology from education or previous on-the-job training
• Ability to type 60+ words per minute
  

Opportunities with Riverside Medical Group. Discover what it means to be part of a top-rated, premier medical practice with a deep commitment to serving its community for over 35 years. We’re also part of the best hospital system in New Jersey and one of the best 50 hospitals in the nation. Riverside Medical Group has over 25 locations in Northern New Jersey, and we deliver quality-focused care to patients of all ages. We recently became part of OptumCare - the health care delivery part of Optum, backed by the scale and resources of the UnitedHealth Group family of companies. Every day we provide the ultimate patient experience through round-the-clock access to health care teams, same day and walk-in appointments, as well as charitable giving and a foundation that supports scholarships and medical research. At Riverside, you’ll play an important role in helping people achieve optimal health, and that’s just the start. Learn more about career opportunities with Riverside Medical Group, where you can help change the world as you do your life’s best work.(sm)

Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, or New York City Residents Only:
The hourly range for Colorado residents is $16.00 to $26.88. The hourly range for Connecticut/Nevada/New York City residents is $16.83 to $29.66. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.