Medical Office Scribe - Shenandoah Valley Orthopedics - PRN

Augusta Health; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive Pay

Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Augusta Health in Virginia is seeking a PRN Medical Office Scribe for Shenandoah Valley Orthopedics. The role documents patient encounters in real-time within the EHR, enabling clinicians to focus on direct patient care while improving efficiency and patient experience.

You will collaborate with the care team, ensure accuracy and confidentiality, and support a fast-paced orthopedic practice. The position requires a high school diploma and 1+ year scribing experience; CMSS/CCMA preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CMSS, CCMA, or equivalent certification preferred.
• 1+ year of experience as a medical scribe or in a similar clinical documentation support role.

Responsibilities

• Perform real-time documentation of patient encounters in the EHR.
• Support clinicians by managing documentation workflow to reduce provider burnout.
• Maintain accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality of patient records.

Skills

Medical terminology

EHR systems

Listening & communication

Attention to detail

Professionalism & discretion

Multitasking in clinical env

Teamwork & customer service

Integrity & confidentiality

Patient focus

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CMSS/CCMA certification preferred

Tools

Athena

Meditech

Job description

Medical Office Scribe - Shenandoah Valley Orthopedics - PRN

The Medical Office Scribe is responsible for enhancing the efficiency and productivity of providers by performing real-time documentation of patient encounters in the electronic health record (EHR). This role enables clinicians to focus on direct patient care by managing the documentation workflow, contributing to a better patient experience, reduced provider burnout, and improved clinical efficiency.

This position directly supports Augusta Health’s mission to improve the health and well-being of our community by ensuring that documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant, ultimately aiding in the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

Education, Licensure/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Certified Medical Scribe Specialist (CMSS), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or equivalent certification preferred

Experience:

• 1+ years of experience as a medical scribe or in a similar clinical documentation support role

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology


• Familiarity with EHR systems (e.g., Athena, Meditech)


• Excellent listening and communication skills


• Strong attention to detail, grammar, and spelling


• High level of professionalism and discretion with sensitive information


• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment


• Commitment to team-based care and customer service excellence


• Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated


• Communication: Clearly and effectively relays information in both verbal and written form


• Adaptability: Responds positively to changing priorities and workflow


• Teamwork: Actively contributes to a supportive and collaborative work environment


• Integrity: Maintains confidentiality and adheres to all legal and ethical standards


• Patient Focus: Acts with compassion and responsiveness to meet patient needs

Some benefits of working at Augusta Health include:

• Generous paid time off to promote work life balance


• Competitive Pay


• Retirement Plan


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits


• Free onsite parking

Company Information

Augusta Health is a mission-driven, independent, nonprofit, community health system located in Fishersville Virginia in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley. Augusta Health offers a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services which includes Augusta Medical Center a 255 bed inpatient facility and Augusta Medical Group which is comprised of 40 practice locations and four urgent care locations.

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