Emergency Department Scribe | Frequently Asked Questions

hey guys!! so i had so many questions about my job after i posted my scribe vlog not to long ago. here are the time stamps for the questions and if you have any more questions, let me know!!
00:20 Is there a typing speed requirement?
00:45 Where I applied
01:01 Can you choose what department to work in?
01:16 Commitment?
01:32 Onboarding Process
02:34 Training Process
03:22 Do you need prior exposure to medical terms?
04:07 How long are the shifts?
04:26 Do you get time off?
05:14 Do you get breaks during the shift?
05:39 How much do scribes make?
06:17 Managing school and scribing
06:44 How do I take notes?
07:47 Overcoming your fear of asking questions
08:37 Getting yelled at by nurses and doctors?
09:04 Tips for Interviews
09:50 Working during the Pandemic
10:23 Is it worth being a scribe?
I hope you guys enjoy the video and find it helpful!!
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[@jekiweki]

Thank you so much for this great insightful video! Just recently got hired to be an Emergency Department Medical Scribe for Scribe America. You're awesome! :)

[@brialeixx]

I can't believe I did not see this until now, but congratulations!! I hope it's going well :)

[@itzallanaortega7556]

How long did it took you to actually get hired? I applied two weeks ago and I haven’t heard back after the first interview

[@meganalavegana]

Thanks for the uplifting video! You make me feel excitedly happy to begin medical scribe floor training. I was hired by Scribe America, and they actually have me at a great local emergency clinic.

[@brialeixx]

That’s amazing!! Thanks for your support ❤️

[@charchar8009]

Hey I’m also hired by scribeamerica I’m taking the final exam this week. How was the final ?

[@djm2985]

@@charchar8009 How was it? And what was your interview/training process like? Thanks

[@katelyngarcia4994]

How was the interviewing process?

[@brialeixx]

@@katelyngarcia4994 I didn’t have an interview for my position.

[@Em-jz9eq]

im so glad i came across this video bc the way you talked about everything was so relaxing and soothed my anxiety about this 😓

[@brialeixx]

YOU GOT THIS!! I was nervous starting out too because I didn’t know what to expect but it’s just a learning process. I also posted a day in the life as a scribe if you want to see what it’s like :)) good luck!!

[@Em-jz9eq]

@@brialeixx I WILL DEFINITELY WATCH THAT!!! THANK YOU BRITNEY!!

[@christinamorales6887]

My sister in law works at the hospital in Florida. She had no experience and working full time.

[@brialeixx]

Aww that’s amazing!!

[@hamzahghrayeb5203]

I’m proud of you 🙌🏼

[@brialeixx]

Thank you ☺️ my number 1 supporter!!

[@g.torres7105]

Loved this! Any tips on how to type faster or develop your own shorthand? Thanks!!

[@brialeixx]

Thank you ☺️ and learning abbreviations really help. Also I’m out system we have macros, which are templates!!

[@wegotnextitk4184]

Great video!. Lots of really good information. Thank you and love💚 your videos.

[@brialeixx]

Thanks for your support ❤️❤️

[@mridulmahajan3698]

Did you get increase in pay. If yes, then how often. Because I am also about to confirm my job with Scribe America, and they offered me $12 for training, and then $13 on my solo shifts. And I am also a sophomore who’s planning on going to med school. Btw love ur videos.

[@brialeixx]

Oh that’s actually nice. Our final pay was $12. So $13 is better. Our local hospital didn’t give us raises. ScribeAmerica may be different though. Good luck and thanks for your support 🫶🏼

[@robinson2589]

Cool definitely want to do this for experience! So many options in Chicago

[@brialeixx]

Ahh good luck!!

[@yousaidit-mb1kt]

uum, they should not be asking for a blood sugar test.. that seems they are trying to see if you have a disability and people do not have to disclose those things. I would never pay anyone to get a job.

[@kellykeomuangchanh8318]

Hi, love your videos. I was wondering what’s the link for the medical abbreviations? 😊

[@brialeixx]

Thank you!! And I’m not sure if this is the same set or if they changed it a bit but here’s the link: ankiweb.net/shared/info/1561113034

[@TheeRockiRose]

They only pay $12/hr??? Idk where you're from but in California it's $15/hr that's pretty low..bit it's a stepping stone

[@brialeixx]

Yah but it’s all for the experience 😅

[@joycehuynh1336]

thanks for sharing your experience

[@brialeixx]

And thank you for watching :)

[@DaraKFulton]

This is so helpful! Looking for a career change and thinking about medical scribe as an option. I'm a teacher by profession so I don't have healthcare experience. Do companies accept resumes from people like me with no healthcare experience? And would this experience help get other health related jobs? Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge! Best of luck in your medical journey 😊

[@brialeixx]

Yes. I had virtually no medical experience nor knowledge before applying. However, medical scribes do not pay well if you’re using it as your main form of income. It’s mainly for getting medical experience to get into another healthcare profession. Hope this helps!!

[@DaraKFulton]

@@brialeixx It does! Thanks so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@jacquanajenkins7627]

Some places pay 15 to 17 an hour..

[@brialeixx]

Haha if only they did that here

[@Suhlean]

Can you work as an online scribe? Is that even a thing to work remote?

[@brialeixx]

Yes, you can become a telescribe. I’m not sure how it works but I’ve seen job postings for this!

[@TequilaMockingBird91]

So just so I understand this correctly, are you saying that you were only given up to 10 shifts per month?

[@brialeixx]

You always had to the option to pick up more. I had classes when I scribed done I couldn’t work much. Minimum 7 and you can pick up as many empty shifts as you like :)

[@gissellepacas5459]

Hello!! I’m going into my first year of college as a health services major and on the pre dental track! I was wondering if scribing would be good even though I am pre dental?

[@brialeixx]

There are a couple of dental cases we see in the emergency room but it’s every once in awhile. I feel like it would still help you get a feel for the health field and it might get you some good connections!! Good luck :)

[@esmeenicole]

can you do an example on exactly you did your notes? i need inspo 😭

[@Rennatheeomnipotent]

What state are you in and did you sign up for part time scribing or full time ?

[@brialeixx]

I’m in Tennessee and we don’t necessarily sign up for full time of part time. We just give them our availability. They expect us to work at least 6 shifts a month. Sometimes we get less and sometimes more.

[@Jesus.is.King.]

Do you need a high school diploma to get a scribes job

[@brialeixx]

I’m not sure about other companies, but we had to have a high school diploma or GED for the company I worked at. Hope this helps!

[@DYoungDrift]

How often do you see people scribing with laptops? Is that possible?

[@brialeixx]

I’ve only seen people take notes with iPads. I’ve heard other hospitals may do it but it’s heavy to be carrying around. It’s posible but pen and paper is the most efficient in my opinion.

[@BishimDeja]

What happens if you worked 10 months and didn’t finish the year

[@brialeixx]

We actually had some scribes who did not finish due to other commitments. So it’s more about being professional. If you stay for the length of your contract, you will maintain a good relationship with the company and can work for them in the future, get a letter of rec, etc. Hope that helped!!

[@BishimDeja]

@@brialeixx thank you!

[@nikolehall1981]

My daughter makes $19.75 an hour.

[@brialeixx]

That’s amazing!! I wish all scribes were paid like that!

[@GurshaanGaming]

Do you get paid?

[@brialeixx]

Yes :)

[@GurshaanGaming]

@@brialeixxI have a volunteer interview tomorrow, should I say I wanna volunteer in scribing to get paid?

[@suongho6585]

do u know what specialty u want to go in?

[@brialeixx]

I’m not exactly sure yet. I went from dermatology to orthopedic surgery to cardiology to interventional radiology and now diagnostic radiology. I’m hoping that I will figure it out when medical school comes!!

[@813amanda]

Do you think this is a good fit for someone pursuing healthcare administration or informatics?

[@brialeixx]

I think it gives you first hand experience of how the ED works but it’s a low paying job and it more for premed students.

[@813amanda]

@@brialeixx thanks for responding! I was contacted by a scribe company and was unsure of whether or not I should try it (since I have no experience)

[@brialeixx]

@@813amanda haha ofc!! I hope everything goes well for you!!

[@katherinegarnett9284]

Do you need to be good at spelling ?

[@brialeixx]

In a way yes because it’s important that the doctor can understand your notes!

[@malcolmjelani3588]

Where would I get training to become a scribe?

[@brialeixx]

The position I applied for has training on the job. So you get training after you apply :)

[@alishalinet]

Hi is the hourly pay you’re paid for your scribing position based on the minimum wage in your city right ?

[@brialeixx]

Hey! No, it’s based on the company you applied for. They paid me higher than minimum wage.

[@alishalinet]

@@brialeixx thank you so much Britney!

[@brialeixx]

@@alishalinet of course!! Let me know if you have any other questions :))

[@NaiRoandKai]

Why do they spray the thing on your face

[@brialeixx]

theoretically you’re not suppose to be able to smell anything through an N95 mask. so they’re testing to see if you can wear one correctly and also testing to see if you need a small, medium, or large mask :)

[@justelynnnjoelle]

o u r q u e e n i s b a c k k k 💖💖💖

[@brialeixx]

ahh thank you for the support love ❤️ school has been driving me crazy 😅

[@blancarios4588]

Is it a lot of documentation?

[@brialeixx]

Yes and no. We see anywhere from 15-40 patients depending on the physician. However, each patient’s chart is not too long. We only document their stay in the ED.

[@boblennykins3220]

Are u in medical school

[@brialeixx]

Not yet! Hopefully next year!!

[@Nolagirlslots]

What medical scribe equipment is used ?

[@brialeixx]

Just your traditional pen and paper!! We then go back to our computers and type of what we wrote out :)

[@drgrim4045]

What year are you in college?

[@brialeixx]

My LAST semester 🥳