Scribes
are hired as hourly employees and assist the Emergency Department physicians by
documenting the entire medical record. The responsibilities of Scribes
include, but are not limited to, documenting the history of present illness,
review of systems, physical exam, and procedure notes. In addition,
Scribes track laboratory and radiology results. These responsibilities are part
of a coordinated effort between the Scribe and the resident physician to ensure
complete and accurate documentation.
The
program provides the opportunity for pre-medical students to gain significant
clinical knowledge and experience while contributing to patient care in the
ED. Through close interaction with the ED physicians, Scribes gain great
exposure to patient care and Emergency Medicine.
To
obtain and submit an application, please register and login on August 13
to the UCS CAVlink website (https://virginia-csm.symplicity.com/students/).
You can search for our job posting with the keyword: “Scribe” There you
will be able to submit your resume, unofficial transcript, and Scribe
Application. The deadline to submit your application is Monday, September 10, 2012. Please email us (uvascribe@gmail.com)
with any problems or questions regarding the application process or the Scribe
Program.
If
you would like more information about the program please plan to attend one of
the information sessions listed below. If you plan on applying you must attend
one of the Information Sessions listed to
have your application considered.
Thursday August 30, 2012 @ 7:00pm in Wilson 301
Tuesday September 4, 2012 @ 7:00 pm in Wilson 301
Wednesday September 5, 2012 @ 7:00pm in Wilson 301
Tuesday September 4, 2012 @ 7:00 pm in Wilson 301
Wednesday September 5, 2012 @ 7:00pm in Wilson 301
