Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

We are currently seeking a Medical Scribe to join our team at Hennepin Healthcare. Opportunities to scribe are in the following areas: Allergy, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Inpatient Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics. This position is casual, but does require a minimum of 24 hours a week with rotating days (schedule released 4 weeks in advance for Emergency Medicine, 2 weeks for all other departments).

Additional information:

• Must commit to at least 1 year within the program. Applicants unable to fulfill this requirement will not be considered
  • No seasonal, short-term, or temporary employment available
• Must work in-person at our main hospital campus in downtown Minneapolis. No remote positions available
• Must attach both a resume and letter of interest addressing the following: "In 500 words or less, please describe your career goals and how the HCMC Medical Scribe position aligns with these aspirations". Applications without both resume and letter of interest will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Accompany the provider into the exam room to document provider/patient interactions
• Accurately documents history, physical examination, laboratory, medication, and radiology notes as verbalized by the patient and provider
• Transcribes dictated information from the provider into the medical record

Benefits of Medical Scribe Position:

• Paid, in-person, 1:1, on-the-job training
• Mentorship and learning opportunities to expand healthcare knowledge and build connections within the field
• Opportunities for letters of recommendation from MDs/DOs, PAs and NPs
• No typing speed minimum requirement

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, plus two years of post-secondary education or an approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Strongly Preferred Qualifications:

• At least a Junior in college, preferably with coursework in medical transcription, medical terminology, human anatomy, and core sciences
• Relatable experience working in healthcare or clinical environment
• Experience using electronic health record system
• Reliable, punctual candidates with interest in medicine and/or pre-professional health track
• Applicants with prompt responsiveness and thorough communication skills

Strongly Preferred:

• At least a junior in undergraduate school with coursework emphasis in medical terminology, human anatomy, medical transcription, and core science courses
• Relatable experience working in healthcare or clinical environment
• Experience using electronic health record system
• Reliable, punctual candidates with interest in medicine and/or pre-professional health track
• Applicants with prompt responsiveness and thorough communication skills

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work closely with medical professionals during interactions with patients in a hospital or clinical setting
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to listen carefully and accurately transcribe verbal communications on a real-time basis
• Strong keyboarding skills to facilitate the transcription of communications
• Ability to work well in a critical environment and be detail oriented
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Ability to prioritize work based on volume and deadlines

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.