Psychiatric Medical Scribe – PRN

Job Overview

One Behavioral is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Psychiatric Medical Scribe to support psychiatric providers in an inpatient behavioral health setting in Austin, TX. The Medical Scribe will assist providers with accurate and timely clinical documentation, allowing them to remain focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking flexible PRN weekday and/or weekend coverage while gaining valuable experience in psychiatric and behavioral healthcare.

Patient Volume

Weekdays: Supports provider coverage of up to approximately 25 patients

Weekends: Supports provider coverage of up to approximately 30 patients

Responsibilities

• Support psychiatric providers during patient rounds and clinical encounters, as appropriate.
• Accurately and efficiently document patient encounters under provider direction.
• Assist with progress notes, psychiatric assessments, medication updates, and discharge documentation.
• Enter clinical information into the electronic medical record in accordance with hospital policies and provider direction.
• Organize relevant patient history, medications, laboratory results, and other clinical information for provider review.
• Help ensure clinical documentation is completed promptly and accurately.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy as directed.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and hospital privacy requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate professionally with psychiatric providers, nursing staff, and other hospital team members.
• Provide PRN weekday and/or weekend coverage based on patient census and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Prior medical scribe, healthcare documentation, or related clinical experience preferred.
• Behavioral health or psychiatric experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology.
• Strong typing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work efficiently.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced inpatient psychiatric environment.
• Ability to accurately document information while maintaining focus and professionalism.
• Dependable, organized, and committed to patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively with providers and a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a reliable, detail-oriented, and organized individual who is interested in gaining or expanding experience in psychiatric and behavioral healthcare. Candidates who are comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment and are available for flexible PRN weekday and/or weekend coverage are encouraged to apply.

This opportunity is ideal for a medical scribe or healthcare professional who wants to gain valuable experience supporting an inpatient psychiatric care team while maintaining a flexible schedule.

Join One Behavioral and play an important role in supporting providers and improving the delivery of behavioral health care.