Medical Scribe
SMARTS Recovery by VABODE Metro-Richmond
Medical Scribe
Full Time • SMARTS Recovery by VABODE Metro-Richmond
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Training & development
- Company parties
ASAM Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient & ASAM Level 3.1 Residential Substance Use Disorder Programs
Position Summary
The Medical Scribe provides comprehensive documentation support to physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychiatrists, and other licensed providers within the organization's ASAM Level 2.1 Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and ASAM Level 3.1 Clinically Managed Low-Intensity Residential Treatment programs. The Medical Scribe documents patient encounters in real time, ensuring timely, accurate, and complete medical records that comply with Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), Medicaid, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, ASAM Criteria, CARF/The Joint Commission (if applicable), and organizational standards.
The Medical Scribe serves as an integral member of the multidisciplinary treatment team by promoting documentation accuracy, provider efficiency, quality improvement, and continuity of care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Documentation
- Document medical and behavioral health encounters as directed by licensed providers.
- Ensure documentation supports medical necessity and payer requirements.
- Accurately record progress notes.
- Support documentation for both outpatient (ASAM 2.1) and residential (ASAM 3.1) services.
Regulatory Compliance
- Maintain documentation consistent with:
- Virginia DBHDS regulations
- ASAM Criteria
- Medicaid documentation standards
- HIPAA Privacy Rule
- 42 CFR Part 2 confidentiality requirements
- Organizational policies and procedures
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Medical Assisting, Nursing, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field preferred.
- One (1) year of medical scribing, medical office, behavioral health, or healthcare documentation experience preferred.
- Experience in psychiatry, addiction medicine, behavioral health, or substance use treatment preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Compensation: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour
Mental Health Professionals, formerly known as VABODE, has been helping individuals and families throughout the state of Virginia for over 20 years. We share in the rich heritage of our non-profit organization, Christian Soldiers Charities and Missions, and strive to help those affected the most by poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, and emotional and behavioral needs. This mission of service continues to be at the forefront of our behavioral health, human services, outreach and evangelism efforts.
Our team of therapeutic providers have a proven track record of successful client outcomes. Through several non-profit programs, community mental health services, and substance abuse programs, we are able to help families and individuals find the healing, support, and success they deserve. We currently serve clients in Ashland, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hampton, Hanover, Henrico, Newport News, Norfolk, Suffolk, Petersburg, Portsmouth, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, and areas in between.
At Mental Health Professionals, we are always looking for professional, caring people to join our team. If you have great people skills and are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, please see our list of current open positions.
At Mental Health Professionals, we are always looking for professional, caring people to join our team. If you have great people skills and are passionate about making a difference in people's lives, please see our list of current open positions.
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