Medical Scribe and Medical Assistant

Gastroenterology (GI) Medical Scribe — Job DescriptionPosition Title

Medical Scribe – Gastroenterology (GI)

Position Summary

The Gastroenterology Medical Scribe assists GI physicians by documenting patient encounters in real time during clinic visits, hospital rounds, consultations, procedures, and follow-up care. The scribe ensures accurate and timely electronic medical record (EMR) documentation, allowing providers to focus on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Accompany GI physician during outpatient clinic visits and hospital rounds
• Document patient history, symptoms, physical examinations, assessments, and treatment plans in the EMR
• Record procedure notes for GI procedures such as colonoscopies, endoscopies, and consults
• Enter orders, referrals, lab requests, and imaging requests as directed by the physician
• Update patient charts, medication lists, allergies, and past medical history
• Assist with chart preparation before clinic and hospital sessions
• Track diagnostic results and ensure documentation completion
• Coordinate with nurses, medical assistants, and hospital staff regarding documentation needs
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality at all times
• Complete charts promptly and accurately according to clinic and hospital policies

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Knowledge of medical terminology, especially GI terminology, preferred
• Ability to learn EMR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks
• Strong typing and computer skills
• Excellent listening, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask in fast-paced clinical and hospital environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Pre-med, nursing, PA, or healthcare-pursing related educational background
• Experience in gastroenterology, internal medicine, or hospital settings
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Work Environment

• Outpatient GI clinic
• Hospitals and inpatient rounding settings
• May involve standing/walking for extended periods
• Fast-paced environment with direct physician interaction

Schedule

• Full-time
• May include early mornings for hospital rounds
• Clinic and hospital coverage based on physician schedule

Skills Needed

• Attention to detail
• Medical documentation accuracy
• Professionalism and confidentiality
• Time management
• Team collaboration
• Ability to learn GI-specific terminology and workflows

Sample GI Terminology Exposure

• GERD
• IBS
• Crohn’s disease
• Ulcerative colitis
• Colonoscopy
• EGD (upper endoscopy)
• Liver disease
• GI bleeding
• Polyps
• Biopsy documentation

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person