Medical Scribe / Office Assistant

ECAA - Anesthesia Specialists; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ECAA - Anesthesia Specialists is seeking a Medical Scribe / Office Assistant for full-time positions across regional locations. This role is ideal for Foreign Medical Graduates and pre-med students looking for hands-on clinical experience to enhance their medical school applications. Responsibilities include documenting patient interactions, managing medical records, and assisting with administrative tasks in a dynamic office environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Document patient interactions and assist with clerical duties.
• Collaborate with physicians and manage electronic health records.
• Complete administrative tasks efficiently.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Job title: Medical Scribe/Office Assistant

Location: Regional Locations “Float”

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Department: ECPC Pain Clinics - Administrative

Reports to: Practice/Office Manager, ECPC Pain Clinic

Job Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Overview

Medical Scribe/Office Assistant

Ideal for FMGs and Pre-Med Graduates Seeking Real-World Clinical Experience in the Charlotte, NC metro area.

Are you a Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG) preparing for the USMLE or awaiting your residency match? Or perhaps a recent college graduate considering a career in medicine, looking to strengthen your med school application with real-world patient experience? This position is designed for ambitious individuals who want to gain a competitive edge in the medical field.

Position Highlights

• Hands-On Clinical Exposure: Assist a practicing physician with patient documentation, scribing, ordering tests, and retrieving medical information.
• Practical Medical Experience: Develop the skills needed for patient management.
• Personalized Mentorship: Work closely with an experienced physician who can provide valuable insights and guidance for your medical career.
• Boost Your CV: Build a standout application for the MATCH or medical school, enhancing your competitiveness with real-world experience.
• Proven Track Record: Our past FMG assistants have successfully matched into internship programs, crediting this experience as a key factor in their success.
• Flexible Schedule: Ideal for those balancing work with USMLE prep or med school applications.

Job Summary

Our Medical Scribe is responsible for recording a Physician’s interactions with patients and assisting with clerical duties related to medical documentation. The Scribe’s duties include recording the Doctor’s interactions with patients, filling out paperwork, summaries, and referral letters after a visit and entering data into medical records. The ideal candidate will be great with computers and is an effective multi-tasker handling many different tasks on a daily basis.

Responsibilities include, collaborating with physicians and performing clerical tasks like printing out lab reports or charting doctor's appointments, operating electronic health records, and anticipating the needs of the physician to ensure efficiency in a clinical setting. Ultimately, this position is responsible for recording doctors' conversations with their patients and assisting them in completing paperwork after each visit. The Scribe will be required to fill out summaries of what was discussed during the consultation or treatment session, as well as referral letters sent on behalf of our patient’s insurer.

Flexible Schedule (Full-Time or Part Time)

Pay Rate: $16-$18

Duties/Responsibilities

• Take notes during patient visits and document them in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.
• Learn about the medical process and use a team approach in patient supervision and documentation.
• Work with a supervising Physician or Doctor to complete and submit medical records.
• Communicate with patients and supervise physicians professionally.
• Complete all administrative tasks efficiently.
• Help electronically prescribe medication for patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Advanced computer skills.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to expertly document patient care and transcribe patient appointments.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the patients.
• Strong organization, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively.
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Must be self-motivated and take initiative.
• Good bedside manner and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable with medical terminology.
• Must be open to constructive feedback on job performance

Work Environment

• Work performed in an office environment.
• Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.
• Work may be stressful at times.
• Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive.

Ideal Candidates

• Foreign Medical Graduates preparing for the USMLE or residency who see the value of showing a history of clinical work experience in the U.S. and how it strengthens their application for internship.
• Individuals aspiring to apply to medical school and who want a strong healthcare experience story to turbo charge their application.
• Motivated individuals passionate about clinical medicine and patient care.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.