Medical Scribe

The Medical Scribe 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 assisting providers throughout the patient care journey, which includes participating in daily huddles to plan for patient visits, observing and documenting patient encounters in real-time during exams, and following up post-visit to assist with next steps. The role is designed to enhance the efficiency of clinical documentation, ensuring that it is accurate, specific, and timely. Scribes, referred to internally as Clinic Informatics Specialists (CISs), are integral to the care team, helping to close care gaps and improve patient outcomes through their expertise in value-based care and chronic condition management, including familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding. In addition to real-time documentation, Medical Scribes receive extensive on-the-job training in clinical workflows, value-based medicine, and preventative care for chronic conditions. This training equips them to support providers effectively and to contribute to the overall improvement of clinical documentation practices. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who is committed to at least 1-2 years in the position, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals on a pre-med track or those pursuing careers in Health Informatics, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Medical Coding, and related fields. The role offers practical, paid experience in a clinical setting, which is invaluable for those looking to advance their careers in healthcare.