Medical Scribe

CVS Health • Huntsville, AL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Oak Street Health, a CVS Health company, is rebuilding healthcare through a value-based care model focused on quality and personalized primary care for Medicare beneficiaries. The Medical Scribe, internally titled Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS), works side-by-side with primary care providers to document patient encounters in real time so providers can focus on patient care. The role includes training in value-based medicine, chronic condition documentation, and ICD-10/CPT coding to support care-gap closure. It offers paid clinical exposure and physician mentorship and may suit candidates pursuing pre-med, PA, public health, healthcare administration, or health sciences pathways. The position is full-time and on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, with a required Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of medical terminology and common pharmaceuticals.
• Excellent computer proficiency, active listening, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to at least one year in the role; two or more years are strongly preferred.
• Reliable, predictable on-site attendance during standard operating hours.
• Full compliance with HIPAA and patient privacy regulations.
• Valid U.S. work authorization.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; alternative schedules cannot be accommodated.

Nice To Haves

• Typing speed of 60 or more words per minute.
• Prior clinical exposure, such as shadowing, healthcare volunteering, or direct patient care.
• Two or more years of commitment to the role are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately document patient visits in the EMR in real time, including HPI, ROS, physical exam, assessment, and plan.
• Assign CPT and ICD-10 codes and prepare clear after-visit summaries.
• Retrieve external medical records and use population health tools to identify documentation gaps.
• Help lead daily team huddles.
• Process orders and referrals, resolve clinical tasks, and support efficient clinic workflows.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, subject to eligibility.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs and other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, subject to eligibility.
• Eligibility for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program.
• $1,500 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED