Seasonal Medical Scribe - Rye Brook

Summit Health•Rye Brook, NY

About The Position

This is a seasonal Scribe Tech opportunity ending on or around January 30. The Scribe Tech documents patient visits accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record, assists physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures, and helps site management direct patient flow, maintain inventory, and follow up on lab matters. The role also supports Department of Health compliance for site labs and provides high-quality customer service while managing patient volume without compromising care. This position offers exposure to the healthcare profession and may be useful experience for people interested in CNA, medical assisting, EMT, paramedic, medical school, PA school, or nursing careers. Training will be provided for candidates who do not have the preferred medical assisting or phlebotomy credentials. Work takes place in a fast-paced urgent care facility. Scheduled shifts are 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time. The role may require lifting light to moderate weights, such as boxes of medical or facility supplies. The hourly pay rate is $20.58. VillageMD’s benefit platform includes medical, dental, life, disability, and vision coverage, FSA coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.
Friendly and professional demeanor with excellent bedside manner.
Flexibility to work a full-time schedule that includes a weekend day.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
English speaking and writing skills.
High attention to detail.
Ability to work independently, with strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Computer proficiency.
Team-oriented, positive, adaptable, and passionate about helping others in an urgent care environment.
Ability to maintain a quick pace for scheduled shifts of 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time.
Ability to lift light to moderate amounts of weight at times.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
Phlebotomy certification.
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 phlebotomy, urine drug screens, lab processing, fit testing, rapid point-of-care testing, urinalysis, EKGs, and procedure setups.
Maintain Department of Health compliance for site labs and exam rooms, including logbooks, checking for expired medications and supplies, and proper specimen handling.
Escort patients to exam rooms, x-rays, or other on-site facilities as needed.
Facilitate diagnostic tests, including CT, MRI, and ultrasound, 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 outstanding customer service to patients.
Assist site management with patient flow, inventory, and lab follow-up.
Maintain a quick pace throughout scheduled shifts in a fast-paced urgent care facility.