Medical Scribe

Role Description: 

The goal of the Clinical Informatics Specialist (CIS) is to be the personal data assistant to the provider. The role is responsible for handling informatics responsibilities for providers during patient visits in our centers. CISs are trained to be experts in structured clinical assessments, accurate and specific documentation, population health workflows, and team based care. Another major goal will be to facilitate efficient and effective medical care for our patients. 

Core Responsibilities: 

Observing and recording patient encounters/examinations 

Documenting patient information, history, and diagnoses 

Assisting in medical management 

Documenting medical decision making 

Consulting with the care team and other providers on patient needs 

Other duties as assigned 

What are we looking for? 

Applicants committed to ongoing learning that are interested in a full time short-term (1 year) or longer term opportunity looking to gain practical, paid experience in a patient care setting. 

Advanced communication skills. 

Ability to type 70+ words per minute. 

Basic level of medical knowledge and/or a willingness to learn quickly. 

Ability and willingness to take direction and be a member of a team providing patient care. 

Excellent reliability. 

Compliance with hospital and Oak Street Health policies, including HIPAA. 

Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve, where necessary. 

US work authorization. 

Someone who embodies being âOakyâ.