Gap Year Medical Scribe

Please note: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Are you looking for at least one year of medical experience before applying to professional or graduate school? If you are interested in a career in a medical field then our Medical Scribe and Assistant position may be the perfect fit for for you! Dr. Joseph Hegarty of Colorado Springs Ear Associates (www.springsear.com) is seeking a college graduate who is interested in learning more about medicine prior to starting the next phase of their healthcare career. At Colorado Springs Ear Associates you will experience all aspects of medical practice including diagnosis and treatment, surgery, practice management and help us provide excellent patient care. And as a sub-specialty practice you will be exposed to a wide range of conditions, from common ailments to rare syndromes and congenital disorders that involve the hearing and balance system.

As our medical scribe and assistant, you will work side by side with Dr. Hegarty and our PA Allison Thompson during patient office visits. This is an invaluable clinical experience that has launched the professional medical careers of many employees.

Your duties will include:

• preparing for each visit by reviewing the patient’s medical history, imaging and lab results
• transcribing clinical notes during the exam
• developing an interval history, initial plan and impression for each clinical encounter
• assisting Dr. Hegarty and PA Thompson with office procedures
• answering patient inquiries regarding their care
• surgery scheduling and post-operative care
• assisting with answering phones, scheduling, and patient check-out

The ideal candidate for this position is:

• a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree in biology, pre-med, nursing or a related discipline
• interested in a career in medicine or healthcare
• planning to attend a professional school or graduate program in a healthcare field
• proficient with computers, preferably with Mac OS
• an excellent communicator who is compassionate, understanding and comfortable with patients
• bright, energetic and highly motivated to succeed

You must be available to start this position by June 2026. The hours for this position are 8-5 PM Monday-Friday with one hour for lunch. The position is 40 hours per week with full-time benefits. Compensation includes a competitive salary, medical/dental/vision, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and assistance with the professional school application process and references. To apply for this position please include your CV, your GPA and a cover letter explaining your interest in this position and how it will further your career goals. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,760.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person