Scribe

OrthoVirginia • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

OrthoVirginia is hiring a Medical Scribe to work alongside orthopedic clinicians and support timely, thorough, and compliant clinical documentation. The role provides real-time exposure to clinical decision-making, musculoskeletal conditions, patient care workflows, and the clinical setting. It is presented as an opportunity for people planning to pursue advanced healthcare education, including medical, physician assistant, physical therapy, nursing, or related programs, and is ideally suited to candidates in a post-undergraduate gap year or currently completing a healthcare-related degree.

Requirements

• Proficient knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and common clinical conditions.
• Excellent computer proficiency and typing skills.
• Ability to quickly synthesize and accurately document complex medical information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a clinical setting with clinicians and patients.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in a healthcare-related or science-based major, such as biology, kinesiology, exercise science, or health sciences.
• Prior healthcare or clinical exposure, such as medical scribing, CNA, EMT, MA, athletic training, physical therapy aide, research, or shadowing.
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing advanced clinical education, such as MD/DO, PA, PT, or NP programs.
• Typing speed of 60+ words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Accurately document patient encounters in the electronic medical record, including chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, past medical history, medications, and allergies.
• Record detailed musculoskeletal physical examination findings, including pertinent positives, negatives, and abnormalities.
• Document clinician assessments and treatment plans with detail appropriate to the complexity of each case.
• Ensure clinical documentation is timely, thorough, and compliant while supporting provider efficiency.
• Maintain professionalism and patient confidentiality in a fast-paced clinical environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed