Seasonal Scribe Tech - Hartsdale

Summit Health•Hartsdale, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Scribe Tech captures accurate, detailed patient-visit documentation in the EMR and assists physicians with basic patient care and medical procedures. The role also supports patient flow, site inventory, lab follow-up, and compliance with Department of Health regulations. Scribe Techs provide compassionate, high-quality customer service in a fast-paced urgent care environment. This is a seasonal opportunity ending on or around February 13th. Scheduled shifts are 8–12 hours, excluding meal and break time. The position is presented as exposure to healthcare careers such as CNA, medical assistant, EMT, or paramedic, and as a potential resume builder for medical, physician assistant, or nursing school.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required at the time of hire.
Flexible availability for a full-time work schedule that includes a weekend day.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; English speaking and writing skills are required.
High attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Computer proficiency.
Friendly, professional demeanor and excellent bedside manner.
Team-oriented, adaptable, and able to work in a continuously evolving environment.
Passion for helping others in an urgent care environment and compassion for patients and colleagues.
Ability to maintain a quick pace during scheduled shifts.
Bilingual language skills may be required or preferred depending on the site location.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
Phlebotomy certification.
Knowledge of third-party payor requirements.

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 for site labs and exam rooms, including logbooks, checking for expired medications and supplies, and handling specimens properly.
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.
Facilitate diagnostic tests 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 while managing patient volume without compromising quality.
Assist site management with directing patient flow, inventory, and laboratory follow-up.