Geriatric Medical Scribe - On-Site EMR Support

Curana Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health seeks a Medical Scribe to accompany providers during on-site rounds in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities. You will document encounters in real time in the EMR to support accurate, timely notes while clinicians focus on patient care.

The role is ideal for someone interested in medicine and geriatrics. Training is provided, with emphasis on documentation accuracy and compliance. Join a growing team dedicated to value-based care.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Respect for patient confidentiality and professionalism.
• Fluent in English; typing at least 40 words per minute.
• Computer-savvy and confident learning new systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Interest in the medical field preferred—college coursework in pre-med, nursing, biology, or medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join the Curana provider while rounding inside SNFs and senior living communities.
• Document patient encounters in real time within the EMR.
• Record medical procedures, assessments, diagnoses, and orders as directed by the provider.
• Retrieve and summarize relevant medical history from past encounters.
• Monitor incoming lab and radiology results, update the chart, and alert the provider as needed.
• Enter treatment plans and care recommendations into the medical record.
• Ensure documentation meets compliance standards.
• Support the provider with other documentation-related needs as requested.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

English fluency

Typing speed 40 wpm

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Curana Health seeks a Medical Scribe to accompany providers during on-site rounds in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities. You will document encounters in real time in the EMR to support accurate, timely notes while clinicians focus on patient care.

The role is ideal for someone interested in medicine and geriatrics. Training is provided, with emphasis on documentation accuracy and compliance. Join a growing team dedicated to value-based care.