Lead Scribe - Emergency Medicine - Dominican Hospital

Santa Cruz, CA – Seeking Emergency Medicine Lead Scribe

Gain Experience Working Side-By-Side With Frontline Physicians

As part of our Medical Scribe program, you play a vital role in supporting physicians and health care providers while gaining first-hand knowledge and practical experience in the field. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. As part of the Vituity Scribe Program, there are multiple opportunities to fit your needs, including gaining experience in units such as the Emergency Department, Intensivist Care, Telemetry and Medical-Surgical.

The Opportunity

• Flexible schedule preferred: arrange classroom and floor training for new hires.
• Site check-ins:
  Contact your regional lead regularly to get an update on program operations, site updates or changes, and to extend support as needed.
• Review the Lead Scribe Monthly Report to ensure the site is up to date on complain matters, staffing, and other site/company requirements.
• Communicate any matters to program managers or Supervisor of Client Scribe Services.
• Provide resources and suggestions to the scribe program manager regarding training and/or retaining their scribes.
• Identify matters going on at the site such as EMR transition, new Scribe Program Manager or Practice Manager, new Scribe Trainer, scribes struggling with documentation, holding effective scribe meetings, rollout of Vituity initiatives such as patient satisfaction, RME, scribe efficiency, etc.
• Available to work overnight shifts when needed.

Required Experience and Competencies

• One (1) year of Scribe experience.
• Experience documenting electronic medical records.
• Strong writing skills; legibility and spelling proficiency required.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team Player and portray leadership qualities.
• Customer service skills including providing solution-driven outcomes, establishing relationships, proper phone etiquette, clear verbal and written communication, understanding contrasting perspectives to solve questions.
• Critical thinking skills, such as using logic and reasoning to approach problems and to identify alternative solutions.
• Organizational skills, including attention to detail, time management, efficient and timely communication response.

The Practice

Dominican Hospital – Santa Cruz, California

• 222-bed facility with a 22-bed Emergency Department.
• STEMI Receiving Center and Stroke Center for Thrombolytics.
• Diverse patient mix with an annual volume of 52,000.
• Vituity scribes available.
• Sub-specialty backup includes cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, general surgery, GI, nephrology, ortho, and OB/GYN.

The Community

• Santa Cruz, California, is an enchanting coastal gem known for its relaxed vibe, natural beauty, and vibrant community.
• Nestled on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, this city offers famous landmarks such as the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery Spot, with scenic drives leading to treasures like the redwoods in nearby Big Basin Redwoods State Park and the arts scene in Capitola.
• Residents and visitors alike enjoy endless outdoor activities like surfing, hiking, and cycling amid mild, Mediterranean weather year-round.
• The region’s unique blend of laid-back culture, innovative tech and education sectors, and active sports community, including passionate local surf clubs and college teams, enriches daily life.
• Whether exploring local cafes, savoring farm-to-table cuisine, or engaging in community festivals, Santa Cruz truly is an ideal place to…