Our Medical Scribe job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Medical Scribe role
A Medical Scribe is a professional who works alongside a healthcare provider, such as a doctor, to document patient information into electronic health records. The Medical Scribe supports the provider by transcribing and documenting patient encounters in real time, allowing the provider to focus on patient care.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a medical scribe is to assist healthcare providers in documenting medical information into the patient’s medical record. A medical scribe typically works directly with a physician or other healthcare provider to observe patient care and document relevant details into the patient’s electronic health record. This role is critical in improving patient care by freeing up the healthcare provider’s time, allowing them to focus more on patients by reducing time spent on paperwork. Additionally, medical scribes can help to improve patient satisfaction by decreasing wait times and helping to ensure accurate and complete documentation.
Medical Scribe Summary
A Medical Scribe is a trained professional who works in a health care setting and assists physicians and other health care providers with documenting patient encounters and other medical activities. The scribe's primary duties include entering information into the electronic health record (EHR), such as chief complaints, progress notes, and orders. In addition to EHR documentation, scribes may also be responsible for other clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient charts, and answering phones. Medical Scribes must be detail-oriented, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and possess a strong knowledge of medical terminology. Previous experience in a health care setting is preferred but not required.
Medical Scribe Duties
- Entering patient data into electronic health records
- Transcribing doctor-patient conversations into patient records
- Assisting physicians with documentation during patient visits
- Updating patient information in the electronic health record
- Ensuring accuracy of patient records
- Performing quality control checks on patient records
Medical Scribe Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to use computers and other technology
- Ability to accurately type and enter data
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical record documentation
- Good organization and time management skills
Medical Scribe Requirements
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Personal Traits
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task