The Vladster's Podcast

Medical Scribe Job Description & How It Helps Providers

Vladimir Gasic Season 1 Episode 77

If you’ve ever stayed late charting after a long shift, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the Medical Scribe Job Description, what it actually entails, and how it can transform your daily workflow. Whether you’re a physician, nurse practitioner, PA, or therapist, understanding how a medical scribe works can help reduce burnout and bring back your evenings.

From real-time EMR documentation to coding support and lab integration, we’ll break down the essential Medical Scribe Job Description using real-world examples. You’ll also learn how virtual medical scribes from companies like VMeDx support HIPAA compliance, SOAP note structure, ICD-10 coding, and much more—all without adding overhead or training time. Tune in to explore how this role fits into the future of efficient patient care.

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Hey there—okay, let’s get into it.

If you’ve ever charted five patient visits during lunch and three more after your shift—this one’s for you.

We’re talking about something that can literally give you your evenings back: the Medical Scribe.

In healthcare, you’ve probably heard the term “medical scribe,” right?

But let’s be honest, most people still don’t know exactly what they do.

So let’s break it down—super casual, no fluff.

A Medical Scribe is basically the provider’s right-hand during patient encounters.

They’re in the room—physically or virtually—documenting everything in real-time.

While you’re focused on your patient, the scribe is busy handling the Electronic Medical Records.

Not after the visit. Not hours later. As it’s happening.

And that’s a total game-changer.

Because finishing your charting after a full day? Exhausting.

Now imagine it’s already done when you’re finished.

You just review, sign, and boom—you’re out.

One provider told me using a virtual scribe gave her back two hours a day.

Not even exaggerating—two full hours.

And it’s not just writing notes—they streamline the whole process.

Pulling in labs, meds, histories—all the stuff you usually have to hunt for.

Some even help keep track of coding accuracy, which is huge when you’re wiped.

Now, here’s where it gets really cool.

Companies like VMeDx offer virtual medical scribes trained in real healthcare workflows.

Not just fast typers—they understand SOAP notes, ICD-10 codes,  Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act—all of it.

And since they’re virtual, no extra desk, no overhead, no training nightmares.

You just log in, they hop on the session, and off you go.

And it’s not just doctors who benefit—Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, therapists—you name it.

If you're burned out on charting, this might be your solution.

Less clicking. More caring.

So go to vmedx.com and check out their Medical Scribe Job Description section.

Find a setup that actually works for your workflow.

Because yeah—your time is valuable.

And you weren’t meant to spend it buried in checkboxes.

Alright, that’s it from me today.

Chart smarter, not longer.

Catch you next time!