On-Site Medical Scribe | Emergency Department | Edinburg, Pharr, Alamo, Mission, Weslaco, McAllen, TX |

ProScribe, LLC•McAllen, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Scribe performs medical record documentation and clerical duties to increase provider effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity, supporting improved patient flow and satisfaction. The role is based in person in the Emergency Department and may require work at more than one location during a scheduled work week. Candidates must be able to commute to Edinburg, Pharr, Alamo, Mission, Weslaco, or McAllen, Texas. The schedule requires availability for at least two of the listed shift needs and the ability to work the full shift duration at least three days per week. Shift needs include daytime shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Thursday through Monday; overnight shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Monday through Wednesday; or availability for either shift time Monday through Sunday. The posting also describes part-time availability as two shifts per week (16–24 hours) for at least six consecutive months and full-time availability as three shifts per week (32 or more hours) for at least 12 consecutive months. Shifts may range from 8 to 12 hours. The scribe prepares and updates medical records under physician direction, documents patient visits using electronic medical record applications, and sends documentation to physicians for review and authentication. The position also involves coordinating with healthcare staff on basic lab results and screening procedures, maintaining accurate and confidential records, following applicable policies and standards, and performing clerical tasks that support provider productivity and clinic workflow.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a background check and drug screen.
Ability to provide proof of vaccinations as required by the specific site.
Typing speed of at least 45 WPM.
Ability to fluently read, write, and understand English.
Part-time availability: two shifts per week (16–24 hours per week) for a minimum of six consecutive months.
Full-time availability: three shifts per week (32 or more hours per week) for a minimum of 12 consecutive months.
Ability to work shifts ranging from 8 to 12 hours.
Ability to understand HIPAA regulations and appropriately maintain confidential patient and client information.
Availability must cover two or more of the listed shift needs, with the ability to work the full shift duration at least three days per week.
Ability to commute to Edinburg, Pharr, Alamo, Mission, Weslaco, or McAllen, Texas.
Ability to stand and remain mobile for extended periods.
Ability to sit for extended periods.
Ability to view computer monitors using close and color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment, with good hand-eye coordination.
Ability to operate a computer or laptop, including typing, clicking, and viewing a monitor for extended periods.
Ability to function and communicate professionally in an emotionally charged, stressful, and diverse environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with potentially limited rest or break opportunities.

Responsibilities

Prepare and assemble medical record documentation and charts to support healthcare providers.
Enter patient rooms with physicians during visits and capture and transcribe documentation using electronic medical record applications.
Update all components of the patient's medical record at the physician's direction, including subjective and objective information, physical exam findings, and other pertinent clinical information.
Prepare and send documentation to physicians for review and approval through authentication, following detailed data-entry and facility-specific procedures.
Collaborate with healthcare staff to monitor basic lab results and screening procedures efficiently.
Monitor the duration of lab tests and follow up as necessary.
Ensure accurate documentation in patient records.
Support compliance with hospital and ProScribe policies.
Understand and maintain HIPAA regulations and Joint Commission standards.
Understand applicable policies for the assigned site and ProScribe policies related to the role.
Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to attendance policies at the assigned facility.
Perform other assigned clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow.