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Medical Scribe – Psychiatric Hospital (Pre-Med / Pre-PA Opportunity)
We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate, and detail-oriented Medical Scribe to work directly alongside a psychiatrist physician in a psychiatric hospital setting. This is an excellent opportunity for students or graduates pursuing careers in medicine, psychiatry, psychology, physician assistant studies, nursing, or other healthcare fields to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience in mental health care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Document psychiatric patient encounters in real-time within the electronic health record (EHR) system
- Accurately record psychiatric histories, mental status exams, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans
- Work closely with the psychiatrist to ensure timely, accurate, and complete medical documentation
- Assist with coordination and documentation of medications, admissions, discharges, consultations, and treatment updates
- Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, nurses, social workers, and clinical staff
- Support daily clinical workflow to enhance patient care efficiency and continuity of care
- Maintain strict patient confidentiality and professionalism in a psychiatric care environment
Qualifications:
- Strong interest in pursuing a healthcare career (Pre-Med, Pre-PA, Nursing, Psychology, or related fields preferred)
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy under pressure
- Professional demeanor, emotional maturity, and compassionate patient interaction skills
- Previous medical scribe or healthcare experience preferred but not required
- Familiarity with EHR systems is a plus
What You’ll Gain:
- Direct, hands-on experience working side-by-side with a psychiatrist physician
- Exposure to psychiatric evaluations, mental health diagnoses, and clinical decision-making
- Valuable clinical experience for medical, PA, nursing, or graduate school applications
- Mentorship and learning opportunities in psychiatry and inpatient mental health care
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary hospital team environment
Position Details:
- Monday–Friday schedule (about 8am-12pm depending on number of patients)
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Fast-paced, team-oriented hospital environment
Job Type: Part-time / Full-time
Work Location: In person
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
Education:
Experience:
- Any Medical Scribing or studying to be a medical provider: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person