Real-Time Medical Scribe for EHR Documentation

Oroville Hospital; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Oroville Hospital is seeking a Medical Scribe for the outpatient Clinic Management team in Oroville, CA. This temporary 8-hour shift position documents encounters in real time under supervision, enabling providers to focus on patient care.

The ideal candidate combines medical terminology knowledge, fast typing, confidentiality, and strong communication. Open until filled; hours may be reduced as events change.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• AHA BLS Provider or Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Typing at least 40 wpm with accuracy.
• Sophomore year of college in pre-med, nursing, EMT/Paramedic, chemistry/biology or related field preferred.
• Interest in Advanced Studies in the medical field preferred.
• Experience with medical providers and allied health professionals.
• Ability to work under pressure in a clinical setting and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong observation, listening, and communication skills.
• Computer and technology literacy.
• Ability to multi-task and organize.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Desire to learn.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the physician and/or mid-level provider into the patient examination area and transcribe findings in real time.
• Document the history of the patient’s chief complaint as given by the patient and communicated by provider.
• Document the review of systems (ROS) and physical examination as given by patient and communicated by provider.
• Transcribe orders under provider direction, including laboratory tests and imaging.
• Complete the procedure note on behalf of the provider as directed.
• Look up pertinent past medical records at the direction of the provider.
• Enter documentation of imaging results and track patient progress as directed.
• Enter documentation on patient progress as directed by provider.
• List proper diagnosis and discharge/follow-up instructions and prescriptions as dictated.
• Review the record and verify documentation requirements for the designated code.
• Ensure the EHR is complete and includes diagnosis, disposition and education interventions.
• Ensure provider reviews the EHR for accuracy and obtain signature within their profile.
• Develop and maintain a mutually respectful working relationship with providers.
• Available for provider concerns and questions and assist in documentation at all times.
• Refer any requests to participate in patient care to the provider or nursing staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Verbal and written communication

Confidentiality

EHR/documentation experience

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sophomore year in pre-med / nursing / EMT or related field

Tools

EHR software familiarity

Job description

Oroville Hospital is seeking a Medical Scribe for the outpatient Clinic Management team in Oroville, CA. This temporary 8-hour shift position documents encounters in real time under supervision, enabling providers to focus on patient care.

The ideal candidate combines medical terminology knowledge, fast typing, confidentiality, and strong communication. Open until filled; hours may be reduced as events change.