Medical Scribe

Summit Health CityMD•Lynbrook, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scribe Tech captures accurate, detailed documentation of patient visits in the electronic medical record 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. Scribe Techs provide compassionate, high-quality customer service while managing the pace and volume of an urgent care setting without compromising quality. The position offers exposure to the healthcare profession and may be of interest to people pursuing CNA, medical assistant, EMT, paramedic, medical school, PA school, or nursing careers. Training will be provided. The scheduled shift is 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time, and the full-time schedule includes a weekend day. The stated pay rate is $20.58 per hour. Compensation determinations may also consider factors such as experience and work location. VillageMD’s benefit platform includes medical, dental, life, disability, vision, FSA coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
English speaking and writing skills.
High attention to detail and strong aptitude for detail.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Computer proficiency.
Friendly, professional manner and excellent bedside manner.
Team-oriented approach and compassion for patients and colleagues.
Flexible and adaptable nature in a continuously evolving environment.
Ability to work a full-time schedule that includes a weekend day.
Ability to maintain a quick pace in a fast-paced urgent care environment for the duration of scheduled shifts, excluding meal and break time.

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.
Passion for pursuing CNA, medical assistant, EMT, paramedic, medical school, PA school, or nursing careers.

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 setup.
Maintain Department of Health compliance in site laboratories and exam rooms, including logbooks, checks for expired medications and supplies, and proper specimen handling.
Escort patients to exam rooms, x-rays, or other on-site facilities as needed.
Maintain a quick pace throughout scheduled shifts in a fast-paced urgent care facility, except during meals and breaks.
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 work environment.
Ensure the site is fully stocked with supplies.
Provide compassionate care and customer service to patients.
Assist site management with directing patient flow, inventory, and laboratory follow-up.