Medical Scribe for Outpatient Clinic MA Certificate Not Required at Arizona Community Physicians

About the role

Arizona Community Physicians (ACP) is seeking a detail-oriented, energetic Medical Scribe to join our outpatient clinic on the south side of Tucson. In this role, you will act as the primary documentation assistant to healthcare providers during patient encounters and support daily administrative operations. No prior Medical Assistant (MA) certification is required—on-the-job training for workflow navigation and Epic EHR utilization is provided. This position offers robust, direct clinical exposure ideal for pre-med, pre-PA, or nursing students.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the healthcare provider into patient exam rooms to accurately record all aspects of the clinical encounter in real-time within the EHR.
• Document history of present illness, chief complaints, physical exams, and assessment/plan details as dictated by the provider.
• Populate templates for laboratory orders, diagnostic imaging, and prescription refills for the provider’s review and final signature.
• Ensure all charts are completed accurately and ready for provider sign-off by the end of the shift.
• Perform other administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• No previous medical experience required; prior customer service experience is beneficial.
• Must pass a background check and comply fully with HIPAA privacy and security regulations.

Skills

• Exceptional typing speed and accuracy.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and written communication skills.
• High level of comfort learning complex software systems and working with technology.
• Familiarity with basic medical terminology is a plus, but a strong willingness to learn is required.
• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor suitable for patient interaction.

Shift work is required.