Medical Scribe Float

Oak Street Health - Portsmouth, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Portsmouth, VA

101-250 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Scribe Float at Oak Street Health plays a crucial role in supporting primary care providers by managing clinical documentation, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. This position involves observing patient visits, documenting encounters in real-time, and assisting with clinical documentation improvement. Scribes are trained in value-based care and chronic condition management, making them integral to the care team. This role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare, particularly those on a pre-med track or interested in health informatics and administration.

Responsibilities

• Documenting patient encounters in a structured note, including the history of the present illness, assessment, plan, and physical exam.
• Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes.
• Preparing After Visit Summaries.
• Consulting with the provider to ensure accurate and specific documentation.
• Requesting and reviewing medical records to support clinical documentation improvement.
• Leveraging population health tools to enhance clinical documentation.
• Preparing for and supporting Daily Huddles and Clinical Documentation Reviews.
• Placing orders and referrals as needed.
• Addressing administrative tasks and supporting the care team with additional responsibilities related to clinical documentation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications from a pre-medical degree or prior clinical experience.
• Advanced listening and communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new technical workflows.
• Ability to adapt to new workflows and quickly learn new concepts and skills.
• Ability to type 70+ words per minute.
• Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours with predictable hours and break times.
• Compliance with hospital and Oak Street Health policies, including HIPAA.
• US work authorization.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior clinical experience, including shadowing and/or volunteering.
• Prior scribe or transcription experience.
• Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by the communities served.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401K match options.
• Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits.