Scribe for OBGYN in NE Portland

The Oregon Clinic•Portland, OR

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Clinic is hiring a full-time Scribe for its Obstetrics & Gynecology East Clinic in NE Portland, located at Providence Professional Plaza. The role supports physicians and a collaborative, patient-focused team in delivering efficient, high-value care with kindness and empathy. The position is regularly scheduled for 32 hours per week, and days, hours, and shifts may vary based on business demands. The Scribe documents medical visits and procedures while the physician performs them, reviews patient histories before appointments, enters intake information as needed, and completes and updates medical records under physician direction. The role also supports other department operations and duties as assigned. Candidates should be able to document accurately while listening to and observing patient encounters, communicate professionally, and uphold patient privacy and safety. The clinic seeks individuals able to commit for at least one year. The hiring range is $18.65–$25.23 per hour, based on experience and credentials. Benefits include employer-paid medical, dental, and prescription insurance; a 401(k) plan; flexible spending account options; paid time off; nine paid holidays; wellness and employee assistance services; a Tri-Met transit pass subsidy; employee discounts; and optional benefits such as pet insurance. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug and background screenings.

Requirements

Quick and accurate typing/data entry, with a minimum speed of 85–90 words per minute.
Strong medical terminology knowledge, knowledge of medical guidelines and practices, and understanding of legal responsibilities related to confidentiality.
Excellent writing skills, including spelling proficiency.
Ability to accurately document information while listening to and observing patient encounters.
Ability to initiate tasks, work independently, and effectively multitask.
Excellent attendance and work ethic.
Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.
Commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.
Ability to make at least a one-year commitment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a clinical environment is strongly preferred.
Scribe experience and/or specialty-care OBGYN experience is a plus.
Current or recent enrollment in a pre-med program and a desire to continue education in medicine are preferred.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications and EMR experience are preferred.
EPIC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as the physician performs them, using specialty-specific shorthand and acronyms.
Enter new patient intake information as necessary.
Review patient history and notes before each patient visit.
Complete notes at the conclusion of appointments to ensure medical records are complete and accurate.
Make necessary changes to patient history and medical records under the direction of the physician.
Understand department operations and assist with other department duties as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.