Medical Scribe Trainee

What is Medical Scribe?

A medical scribe is an assistant to the physician who is responsible for documenting patients' family and medical histories, treatments, allergies, lab results and any information dictated to them or relevant to the patient's visit. Because they are knowledgeable about medical terminologies and have some clinical experience, a medical scribe often writes as a doctor would, being sure to check for any errors. In case of any inconsistencies, they inform the doctors, help resolve the issue and even complete records. However, they are not responsible for deciding the patient's treatment or their care.

The scribe records all information electronically, and their work is accessible to doctors who need to check the patient's medical track. Managers, often a nurse or a quality assurance specialist, monitor the work of medical scribes. By recording every event and treatment procedure, scribes allow doctors to concentrate on their patients while taking care of their clerical duties. By performing their work well, a medical scribe helps improve the efficiency of the doctor-patient interaction and ensures the accuracy of important health records.

Role & responsibilities:-

• Record patient history, symptoms, and exam findings.
• Type diagnosis details and treatment plans into charts.
• Look up past lab results or X-ray reports.
• Help manage basic clinic workflow and scheduling.

Preferred candidate profile:-

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good grasp of basic medical terms and human body parts.
• Fast typing speed and clear listening skills.