Geriatric Medical Scribe — Real-Time EMR Documentation

Curana-Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health is seeking Medical Scribes to support providers during on-site rounds in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities. You will accompany the provider, document encounters in real time in the EMR, and help ensure accurate, timely, and complete notes.

Scribes do not provide hands-on care; all documentation is reviewed by the provider. Ideal for anyone interested in the medical field and eager to gain experience in geriatric and 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 at all times.
• Fluent in English; able to type at least 40 words per minute.
• Computer-savvy and confident learning new systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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

Strong verbal and written comms

Multitasking

Confidentiality

English fluency

Typing 40 wpm

Computer-savvy

High school diploma

Interest in medical field

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Curana Health is seeking Medical Scribes to support providers during on-site rounds in skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities. You will accompany the provider, document encounters in real time in the EMR, and help ensure accurate, timely, and complete notes.

Scribes do not provide hands-on care; all documentation is reviewed by the provider. Ideal for anyone interested in the medical field and eager to gain experience in geriatric and value-based care.