Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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. Will also assist with callbacks and in-baskets. Also ensure all encounters are closed.

This position is full-time, Monday - Friday Employees are required to work 8-hour shift schedule during our normal business hours of 7:00am - 3:00pm EST. Some weekend coverage may be required. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime. Our office is located at 714 10th Street, Secaucus, NJ

We offer weeks of on-the-job training. The hours during training will be 7:00am to 3:00pm EST, Monday - Friday.

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
• Assist with callbacks and in-baskets
• Ensures all encounters are closed.

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 / GED OR 1+ year of experience
• Experience with computers including windows based programs
• Understanding of medical terminology from education or previous on-the-job training
• Must be 18 years of age OR older
• Ability to work full-time, Monday - Friday between 7:00am - 3:00pm EST including the flexibility to work occasional overtime given the business need

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience as a medical scribe in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Experience with E-Clinical Works/Epic EMR
• Ability to type 60+ words per minute

New Jersey Residents Only: The hourly range for New Jersey residents is $16.54 - $32.55 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.

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