Seasonal Medical Scribe

Summit Health•Bernardsville, NJ

About The Position

This is a full-time seasonal Medical Scribe position with an anticipated end date of 02/27/2027. The Scribe documents patient visits accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record (EMR), assists physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures, and supports site operations, including patient flow, inventory, lab follow-up, and Department of Health (DOH) compliance. The role provides customer service while maintaining established protocols and quality in a high-volume urgent care setting. Scribes may assist with urine drug screens, lab processing, fit testing, rapid point-of-care testing, urinalysis, EKGs, and procedure setups. They escort patients to exam rooms, x-rays, or other on-site facilities; facilitate diagnostic testing and specialist referrals through Aftercare; and communicate with patients, pharmacies, and physicians by phone under physician guidance. The position also includes maintaining clean, professional exam rooms and work areas, monitoring supplies, and providing compassionate patient care. The position requires maintaining a quick pace throughout scheduled shifts of 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time. It is presented as an opportunity for people interested in CNA, MA, EMT, or paramedic careers, and as exposure to healthcare for those considering medical, PA, or nursing school. Pay is $18.75 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.
Friendly and professional demeanor with excellent bedside manner.
Flexible availability for a full-time schedule that includes a weekend day.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; English speaking and writing skills are required.
High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Computer proficiency.
Team-oriented approach and passion for helping others in an urgent care environment.
Ability to adapt to a continuously evolving environment and project a positive attitude.
Ability to maintain a quick pace in a fast-paced urgent care facility for the duration of scheduled shifts, excluding meal and break time.
Ability to lift light to moderate weights, such as boxes of medical or facility supplies.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree.
Knowledge of third-party payor requirements.
Bilingual language skills, required or preferred depending on site location.

Responsibilities

Document patient visits accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR.
Assist physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures, including tasks such as urine drug screens, lab processing, fit testing, rapid point-of-care testing, urinalysis, EKGs, and procedure setup.
Support site management with patient flow, inventory, and laboratory follow-up.
Maintain DOH compliance in site labs and exam rooms, including logbooks, checking expiration dates, and handling specimens properly.
Escort patients to exam rooms, x-rays, and other on-site facilities as needed.
Facilitate diagnostic tests and specialist referrals for follow-up care through Aftercare.
Communicate with patients, pharmacies, and physicians by phone under physician guidance.
Maintain a clean, courteous, and professional work environment.
Ensure the site is stocked with supplies.
Provide compassionate patient care and customer service while following established protocols and maintaining quality in a high-volume setting.
Maintain a quick pace throughout scheduled shifts, excluding meal and break time.