Our team is expanding! We have a new opening for a Medical Transcriptionist - January Start Date! Based in our vibrant Remote office, this role is available now. This position requires a strong and diverse skillset in relevant areas to drive success. You can expect a salary of a competitive salary for this role, plus comprehensive benefits.   About the position 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 observing patient visits, documenting encounters in real-time, and assisting with clinical documentation improvement. The role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in healthcare, particularly those on a pre-med track or interested in health informatics and medical coding. Responsibilities  Documenting Patient Encounters ~ 80% ,  Joining the provider in the exam room to observe patient visits ,  Documenting patient encounters in a structured note, including the history of the present illness, assessment, plan, and physical exam ,  Assigning appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes ,  Preparing After Visit Summaries ,  Consulting with provider to ensure accurate and specific documentation ,  Clinical Documentation Improvement ~ 10% ,  Requesting and reviewing medical records ,  Leveraging Oak Street's population health tools to support clinical documentation improvement ,  Preparing for and supporting Daily Huddles and Clinical Documentation Reviews ,  Consulting with provider on clinical documentation opportunities ,  Administrative support for your provider and care team ~ 10% ,  Placing orders and referrals ,  Addressing tasks ,  Supporting the care team with additional responsibilities related to clinical documentation ,  Other duties as assigned Requirements  Knowledge of medical terminology and common medications, either from a pre-medical degree or prior clinical experience [required] ,  Prior clinical experience, including shadowing and/or volunteering [strongly preferred] ,  Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required] ,  Advanced listening and communication skills [required] ,  Strong computer literacy and ability to learn new technical workflows [required] ,  Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken by people in the communities we serve [required where indicated] ,  Ability to adapt to new workflows and to quickly learn new concepts and skills [required] ,  Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred] ,  Ability and willingness to take direction and be a member of a team providing patient care, including adapting to the provider's working style [required] ,  Ability to be a self-starter within your role scope ,  Excellent job attendance including ability to work in-person in our clinics [required] ,  Ability to commit to at least 1 year in role (2+ is ideal) [required] ,  Ability to work approximately 40-45 hours per week during clinic hours (full time position) with predictable hours and break times [required] ,  Compliance with hospital and Oak Street Health policies, including HIPAA [required] ,  US work authorization [required] Nice-to-haves  Prior scribe or transcription experience [preferred but not required] ,  Ability to type 70+ words per minute [strongly preferred] Benefits  Mission-focused career impacting change and measurably improving health outcomes for medicare patients ,  Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options ,  Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits Apply Job!  Take the Next Step Are you ready for this challenge? Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story.