Medical Scribe (Full-time in Primary Care Setting)

Oak Street Health • Shreveport, LA

397d

About The Position

The Medical Scribe at Oak Street Health plays a crucial role in supporting primary care providers by managing clinical documentation, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. This position involves observing patient visits, documenting encounters in real-time, and assisting with clinical documentation improvement. Scribes are trained extensively in clinical workflows and value-based care, making them integral to the care team and enhancing the quality of patient interactions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications from a pre-medical degree or prior clinical experience.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new technical workflows.
• Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by the communities served.
• Ability to type 70+ words per minute.
• Ability to commit to at least 1 year in role (2+ years is ideal).
• US work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Prior clinical experience, including shadowing and/or volunteering.
• Prior scribe or transcription experience.

Responsibilities

• Documenting patient encounters in a structured note, including the history of the present illness, assessment, plan, and physical exam.
• Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Preparing After Visit Summaries.
• Requesting and reviewing medical records to support clinical documentation improvement.
• Consulting with providers to ensure accurate and specific documentation.
• Placing orders and referrals as needed.
• Supporting the care team with additional responsibilities related to clinical documentation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid vacation
• Sick time
• Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees