Medical Scribe

Summit Health CityMD•Teterboro, NJ

24d

About The Position

The Medical Scribe captures accurate, detailed documentation of patient visits in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely manner and assists physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures. The role also supports site management with patient flow, inventory, laboratory follow-up, and compliance with Department of Health regulations. Scribes provide compassionate, high-quality customer service while working at a quick pace in an urgent care setting. The position offers exposure to the healthcare profession and may be of interest to people pursuing CNA, MA, EMT, paramedic, medical school, physician assistant school, or nursing careers. Scheduled shifts are 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time. A flexible full-time schedule that includes a weekend day is required.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
English speaking and writing skills.
High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Computer proficiency.
Ability to work a flexible full-time schedule that includes a weekend day.
Friendly and professional demeanor with excellent bedside manner.
Team-oriented, flexible, and adaptable approach in an evolving environment.
Passion for helping others in an urgent care environment and compassion for patients and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Capture accurate and detailed documentation of patient visits in the EMR in a timely manner.
Assist physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures, including urine drug screens, lab processing, fit testing, rapid point-of-care testing, urinalysis, EKGs, and procedure setup.
Maintain Department of Health compliance in site laboratories and exam rooms, including maintaining logbooks, checking medications and supplies for expiration, and handling specimens properly.
Escort patients to exam rooms, X-rays, or other on-site facilities as needed.
Maintain a quick pace in a fast-paced urgent care facility throughout scheduled shifts, except for meal and break time.
Facilitate diagnostic tests, such as CT scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds, and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care through Aftercare.
Communicate with patients, pharmacies, and physicians by phone under physician guidance.
Help maintain a clean, courteous, and professional working environment.
Ensure the site is fully stocked with supplies.
Provide compassionate care and excellent customer service to patients while adhering to established protocols and work processes.