What does a Medical Scribe do?
The main role of the medical scribe is to record—into the electronic chart—the detailed information from a patient’s visit with a provider. First and foremost this allows the healthcare provider to focus on patient care and can save them several hours of charting after each shift. The medical chart also serves as a billing tool, legal document, and quality control resource. Medical scribes can drastically improve the quality of life of the providers they work for.
As a scribe you will work directly with a single provider and follow them into patient rooms as the obtain the history and perform a physical exam. You will take notes during this encounter, and while the provider enters orders (for labs, radiology studies, medications, etc.) you will write an eloquent medical note.
Although most scribes are juniors or seniors in college or recent college graduates we also hire medical technicians, nursing assistants, or medical transcriptionists that are looking for a long-term fulfilling role in medicine. A medical scribe position is a great way to gain experience in the healthcare field!
Qualifications
You don't need any experience to become a medical scribe, just a strong work ethic and a few basic requirements including:
Why Clinical Scribes LLC?
We're not the biggest company, but that doesn't mean we're not the best fit for you. Our small staff, personalized management style, and opportunities for upward mobility separate Clinical Scribes from other medical scribe companies.
Become a Certified Medical Scribe Specialist! Training and certification is provided by Clinical Scribes LLC.
As a scribe you will work directly with a single provider and follow them into patient rooms as the obtain the history and perform a physical exam. You will take notes during this encounter, and while the provider enters orders (for labs, radiology studies, medications, etc.) you will write an eloquent medical note.
Although most scribes are juniors or seniors in college or recent college graduates we also hire medical technicians, nursing assistants, or medical transcriptionists that are looking for a long-term fulfilling role in medicine. A medical scribe position is a great way to gain experience in the healthcare field!
Qualifications
You don't need any experience to become a medical scribe, just a strong work ethic and a few basic requirements including:
- Be reliable and punctual
- Accept and learn from constructive feedback
- Have a reliable mode of transportation
Why Clinical Scribes LLC?
We're not the biggest company, but that doesn't mean we're not the best fit for you. Our small staff, personalized management style, and opportunities for upward mobility separate Clinical Scribes from other medical scribe companies.
Become a Certified Medical Scribe Specialist! Training and certification is provided by Clinical Scribes LLC.
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Benefits of becoming a Medical Scribe
There are many benefits to becoming a medical scribe. First, the clinical knowledge that comes from working as a medical scribe is unparalleled for pre-health students. You will hear patients relay their histories, witness their physical exam, and write their notes. After hundreds of patients, you will develop skills and knowledge that is unobtainable in any other pre-medical experience.
The majority of our scribes plan on applying to PA or medical school and we will help with personal statements and, if warranted, a letter of recommendation for any employees applying for one of these programs. For those that apply for one of these programs after working with us for a full year, we have a nearly 100% acceptance rate.
Scribe Training
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You don't need any specific experience as a medical scribe because we teach you everything you need to know. If hired, you will be signed up for online training that was designed in-house specifically for employees of Clinical Scribes LLC. It will teach you about HIPAA, medical terminology, the medical note and how to write it, important clinical medicine, and billing and coding principles. All of this training is paid and you can do it from the comfort of your own home or a local coffee shop—as long as you complete it before your first shift.
You will then start training at your particular clinical site under the supervision and guidance of a scribe trainer. Gradually, you will learn how to write notes more accurately, eloquently and quickly over a period of 5-10 supervised shifts. Frequently Asked Questions |
Scribe Reviews
"Working as a medical scribe was one of the most meaningful experiences I had during my journey to medical school. It provided an extensive opportunity to shadow multiple physicians across a broad spectrum of specialties, and it served as a fantastic active learning experience. Out of all the scribe companies in the Twin Cities, I would definitely recommend Clinical Scribes. Clinical Scribes is extremely approachable and dedicated toward helping us succeed. They are not just committed to our success as medical scribes, but their feedback really encourages us to think like future providers. The flexible scheduling was incredibly helpful with balancing work and school. All of the St. Francis physicians have been great to work with and are just as committed toward helping us think like future providers. If any pre-medical students want an outstanding learning experience, Clinical Scribes is the place for them. Thank you, Clinical Scribes, and everyone at St. Francis!"
- Jeni Claire
"As a pre-dental student, I cannot describe how valuable this job has been. I have learned more about healthcare here than I have through many of my other academic and professional experiences. It is a fantastic place to apply classroom knowledge in a real-life setting. Finally, the leadership is very supportive of our future careers in healthcare and do a fantastic job balancing our work with school."
- Andrew Nguyen
"I previously worked for another scribe company in MN and while I value my experience during that time, working for Clinical Scribes has redefined what it means to work for a private company. The leadership is nothing short of amazing and are people I consider above all else my friends."
- Karina Timmerman
"I have enjoyed working for Clinical Scribes. I like that I work with the Hospitalists at St. Francis and get normal work hours. I have learned so much about the field of medicine which will be very helpful when starting medical school. Clinical scribes are very prompt in responding to emails and questions."
- Julia Kramer
"Working as a scribe has given me extensive knowledge and insight into the medical field. I have worked under a great doctor and the learning experience is better than I ever could have imagined. I am confident in medical coding, documentation, hospital report interpretation, insurance billing, general procedures and medical terminology!"
- Gabrielle Hadly
"Working at Clinical Scribes has given me an excellent medical background that will be invaluable when I am applying to nursing school and I’ve met some awesome physicians and coworkers! I highly recommend!"
- Shelley Brimmer
"Good transition job with good experience for getting into graduate programs. Will update when I get into grad school! :)"
- Delaney Schara
"If you love learning and medicine, this job is excellent :)"
- Melody Harper
"Working as a scribe has greatly prepared me while I apply to medical school. I have gained invaluable clinical experience, watching daily how a family doctor diagnose and treats his patients with kindness and understanding as well as learning so much medical terminology. Although taking vacation is sometimes difficult as it requires advanced planning, I have found Clinical Scribes to be accommodating in this regard, and I would highly recommend Clinical Scribes to anyone wishing experience in the medical field."
- Kevin Huang
"Within the first month of working as a scribe here I learned so much about what it means to work in Health Care. Not only am I gaining vocabulary skills but I'm seeing how physicians and nurses work with patients and learning a lot about patient interaction just by watching the providers. The experience is invaluable and will help me a lot as I progress through my career. I would highly recommend Clinical Scribes to anyone wanting to go into healthcare."
- Amy Deboer
"I have been working as a scribe as Associated Skin Care Specialists for over a year now and I have learned so much about the dermatology field. Working as a scribe has given me experience in the medical field and it created a great letter of recommendation when applying for pharmacy school. I have loved every part of being a scribe and will always be thankful to have worked for such a great company with employers who care about the future of their employees."
- Rachel Rud
- Jeni Claire
"As a pre-dental student, I cannot describe how valuable this job has been. I have learned more about healthcare here than I have through many of my other academic and professional experiences. It is a fantastic place to apply classroom knowledge in a real-life setting. Finally, the leadership is very supportive of our future careers in healthcare and do a fantastic job balancing our work with school."
- Andrew Nguyen
"I previously worked for another scribe company in MN and while I value my experience during that time, working for Clinical Scribes has redefined what it means to work for a private company. The leadership is nothing short of amazing and are people I consider above all else my friends."
- Karina Timmerman
"I have enjoyed working for Clinical Scribes. I like that I work with the Hospitalists at St. Francis and get normal work hours. I have learned so much about the field of medicine which will be very helpful when starting medical school. Clinical scribes are very prompt in responding to emails and questions."
- Julia Kramer
"Working as a scribe has given me extensive knowledge and insight into the medical field. I have worked under a great doctor and the learning experience is better than I ever could have imagined. I am confident in medical coding, documentation, hospital report interpretation, insurance billing, general procedures and medical terminology!"
- Gabrielle Hadly
"Working at Clinical Scribes has given me an excellent medical background that will be invaluable when I am applying to nursing school and I’ve met some awesome physicians and coworkers! I highly recommend!"
- Shelley Brimmer
"Good transition job with good experience for getting into graduate programs. Will update when I get into grad school! :)"
- Delaney Schara
"If you love learning and medicine, this job is excellent :)"
- Melody Harper
"Working as a scribe has greatly prepared me while I apply to medical school. I have gained invaluable clinical experience, watching daily how a family doctor diagnose and treats his patients with kindness and understanding as well as learning so much medical terminology. Although taking vacation is sometimes difficult as it requires advanced planning, I have found Clinical Scribes to be accommodating in this regard, and I would highly recommend Clinical Scribes to anyone wishing experience in the medical field."
- Kevin Huang
"Within the first month of working as a scribe here I learned so much about what it means to work in Health Care. Not only am I gaining vocabulary skills but I'm seeing how physicians and nurses work with patients and learning a lot about patient interaction just by watching the providers. The experience is invaluable and will help me a lot as I progress through my career. I would highly recommend Clinical Scribes to anyone wanting to go into healthcare."
- Amy Deboer
"I have been working as a scribe as Associated Skin Care Specialists for over a year now and I have learned so much about the dermatology field. Working as a scribe has given me experience in the medical field and it created a great letter of recommendation when applying for pharmacy school. I have loved every part of being a scribe and will always be thankful to have worked for such a great company with employers who care about the future of their employees."
- Rachel Rud
Past Scribes
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Past scribes that have worked with us have gone on to numerous medical schools programs across the United States. Some of these medical institutions include:
And we have had nearly as many scribes go on to physician assistant (PA) school and flourish such as:
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