This
position is reserved for those who are motivated, dependable, flexible
and committed to a career in medicine. It is a challenging job,
and we are very careful in our selection process. We only hire those
planning to attend medical school.
The
most important thing we take into consideration during the hiring
process is character: being able to work in a team-based environment
under stressful conditions requires an upbeat attitude, a willingness
to be challenged, a hunger to achieve, and the ability to work well
with others. You will encounter patients from all walks of life
here, and a non-judgmental attitude is essential.
There
are 2 available tracks for scribes:
Full-time:
This is designed for college graduates who have a year or two off
before med school. There is a minimum 1 year requirement and health
benefits are included. FT scribes work four or five 8-hour shifts
per week.
Part-time:
Current undergraduates work two 8-hour shifts per week and must
commit to a minimum of 2 years.
Shifts:
Shifts
last an average of 8 hours. There is a balance of days, evenings,
nights and weekends. Students are never scheduled to work during
class time or exams. Schedules are made by the scribes, and there
is a great amount of flexibility. Click
here to see a sample schedule.
Training:
While
this job may sound overwhelming, our scribes have been extremely
successful. We devote tremendous resources to train each scribe
in a paid, intensive training program that lasts a few weeks. You
are not expected to work on your own until you are ready.
