Medical Scribe (Clinic Informatics Specialist) – Oak Street Health
Company: Oak Street Health (A CVS Health Company)
Location: 27155 Cherry Hill Road, Inkster, MI 48141
Job ID: R0828154
Category: Clinical Support
Schedule: Full-Time (40 Hours per Week)
Work Type: On-Site
O*NET Occupation Code: 31-9092.00 – Medical Assistants
(Related O*NET Classification: 29-2072.00 – Medical Records Specialists)
Primary alignment reflects real-time clinical documentation support within patient encounters.
About Oak Street Health
Oak Street Health is redefining primary care for older adults on Medicare through a value-based, community-centered care model. As part of CVS Health®, we focus on high-quality outcomes, preventative care, and building long-term relationships within the communities we serve.
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Scribe (internally known as a Clinic Informatics Specialist – CIS) to support our providers and enhance the accuracy and efficiency of clinical documentation.
Position Overview
The Medical Scribe supports primary care providers by documenting patient encounters in real time, allowing providers to focus fully on delivering exceptional care.
Beyond traditional scribing, this role involves clinical documentation improvement, coding support, and population health insights. Scribes become experts in value-based care documentation, chronic condition management, ICD-10 and CPT coding, and care gap closure strategies.
This role is ideal for candidates pursuing careers in medicine, physician assistant studies, nurse practitioner programs, public health, healthcare administration, health informatics, or medical coding.
Oak Street Health encourages a 1–2 year commitment to ensure continuity and professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Documentation (Approx. 80%)
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Accompany providers into exam rooms to observe patient encounters
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Document structured clinical notes including:
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Assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes
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Prepare After Visit Summaries (AVS)
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Consult with providers to ensure complete and accurate documentation
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Participate in daily team huddles to prepare for patient visits
Clinical Documentation Improvement (Approx. 10%)
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Request and review external medical records
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Support chronic condition documentation accuracy
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Assist with care gap identification and closure
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Contribute to population health documentation initiatives
Required Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred, especially in health-related field)
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Strong written communication skills
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Typing proficiency and ability to document in real time
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Comfort working in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
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Strong attention to detail
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U.S. work authorization
Preferred Qualifications
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Pre-med, pre-PA, pre-NP, or health sciences track
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Experience in medical terminology
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Familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding
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Experience in healthcare or clinical settings
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Interest in health informatics or healthcare operations
Core Competencies
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High documentation accuracy
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Analytical thinking
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Team collaboration
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Adaptability in fast-paced environments
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Commitment to quality patient care
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Strong professional accountability
Compensation
Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 – $28.46 per hour
Actual compensation is determined by experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity. This position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.
Benefits Overview
Oak Street Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with company match
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Employee stock purchase plan
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Tuition assistance and professional development support
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Wellness programs and confidential counseling
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Flexible work schedules (where applicable)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Oak Street Health and CVS Health are equal opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
