Remote Medical Scribe

September 16, 2026

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Description

Become a Medical Scribe First

Scribe-X offers unparalleled clinical experience and preparation for medical school.

Work from home and gain clinical experience!
Receive extensive paid training that will help you master EMR systems and patient documentation procedures.
Develop professional mentorships as you work one-on-one with providers.
Gain patient contact hours and letters of recommendation that will make your applications stand out.
Work for a company that understands the med school application process and supports your healthcare goals.

Anyone looking to begin a career in medicine (MD, DO, PA, NP, or RN) should consider becoming a medical scribe first!

Scribe Pay Structure:
$11/hour – No scribe experience
$12/hour – 6+ months scribe experience
$14-17/hour – Lead scribe (1+ year scribe experience required)
+ $1/hour for fluent Spanish-speaking candidates

Summary of Position Description:

The Scribe-X medical scribe is a critical member of the patient care team. Medical scribes will work side-by-side a healthcare provider to document patient encounters in real-time. Medical scribe training is provided to all scribes to assure they are prepared to support their assigned provider(s).

Duties of a Medical Scribe

Perform chart preparation per clinic protocol
Accompany the provider in all scheduled patient visits
Document the patient history, physical exam, procedures, and patient plan, as performed by the provider
Remind provider of relevant quality metrics when appropriate, documenting to support quality metrics
Enter laboratory and radiographic studies, as ordered by the provider
Enter in medication orders, as dictated by the provider
Document and print instructions for the patient
Review completed charts with the provider between patients or at the completion of shift
Update provider preference and clinic preference documents as necessary

Education and Skills

Excellent verbal and written English skills
Strong computer skills with the ability to learn and navigate new software quickly
Healthcare track (e.g. pre-med, pre-PA, pre-nursing) is preferred
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred with a GPA of 3.00 or greater
If no college degree, 1+ years of full time work experience as a scribe
Most assignments require a typing speed of at least 60 WPM
Opportunities for experienced scribes making up to $16/hr

Benefits

Opportunity for letters of recommendation from providers
Gain patient contact hours
Paid time-off on an accrual basis
Up to $150/month reimbursement for a healthcare plan

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