Medical Scribe, Student Health; Wage

Medical Scribe, Student Health (Staff Wage)

University of Virginia

The Department of Student Health and Wellness (SHW) seeks to hire Medical Scribes for the  academic year. Scribes are essential members of our healthcare team and work directly with patients under the supervision of licensed medical staff. This position is ideal for students pursuing health careers who are taking a gap year between undergraduate and graduate education. This is a wage position with an expectation of 40 hours per week during the academic year and an anticipated start date of early August 2026.

There is an annual 1500‑hour limit for this position and other wage assignments at UVA also count toward the 1500‑hour limit.

• Scribe for patient visits for a variety of health concerns, including primary care, travel, and dermatology.
• Perform phlebotomy and other laboratory services under the direction of the laboratory supervisor.
• Obtain patient specimens, including nasal specimens from patients with suspected COVID.
• Prepare charts for specified visits, such as travel and dermatology.
• Utilize equipment to perform point‑of‑care testing.
• Assist in quality improvement projects.
• Assist in public health events, such as mass vaccination events.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required prior to start date. Spring 2026 graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Successful candidate will pass both a background check, education verification, and a health and drug screen.

• Prolonged standing up to 8 hours per day, with breaks.
• Walking between patient care areas and to courier box.
• Able to carry loads up to 20 lbs.

To apply, please submit an application online at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and attach a current CV/Resume and Cover Letter. Search for requisition number R0077704.

Preferred applications received by December 15 2025. The position is open until filled but priority will be given to early applications.

Salary and Benefits

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year.

This is an in‑person, on‑site position (not remote). Visas will not be sponsored for this position.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Read more about UVA’s commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Higher Education