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Medical Scribe-Cardiology Clinic, Heart Failure

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new piece of terminology or a new system quickly in order to keep up with a job.

speed of learning medical terminology and EHR systems since scribes are expected to pick this up fast without formal training time

Describe a time you had to multitask heavily, like preparing for one thing while still finishing another.

capacity to juggle chart prep, real-time documentation, and vitals in a single shift

Tell me about a time you made a documentation error or noticed one after the fact. What did you do?

honesty and accountability, since a scribe's mistakes go straight into a patient's permanent record

What made you interested in cardiology specifically, and heart failure care in particular?

genuine motivation versus taking any open scribe job, since this is a specialized, high-acuity population

Tell me about a time you had to build trust with a supervisor or team quickly in a new environment.

ability to integrate into a tight-knit clinical team where the posting emphasizes close collaboration

Technical

Walk me through what a scribe actually does during a patient visit, from the moment the provider walks in to when you finish the note.

whether the candidate understands the real-time documentation workflow, not just a vague idea of the job

Heart failure patients often have long, complicated histories with a lot of medications and prior hospitalizations. How would you keep a chart accurate and organized when there's that much information coming at you fast?

ability to manage complex clinical information under time pressure specific to a heart failure population

What's your experience with electronic health records, and specifically have you used Epic or a similar system before?

actual hands-on EHR familiarity versus general comfort with computers

Situational

If the physician is speaking quickly and using abbreviations you don't recognize, what do you do in the moment without disrupting the visit?

judgment about when to interrupt versus flag something for clarification afterward

Say you're pending an order for labs or imaging and you're not sure which diagnosis code the provider wants attached. How do you handle that?

understanding of the scribe's limits around order entry and when to check with the clinician rather than guess

How would you explain your role to a patient who seems confused or uncomfortable that a third person is in the room during their visit?

communication skill and comfort putting patients at ease, which the posting calls out directly

This role covers St. Luke's as home base with travel to Kenosha about once a month, and possible coverage needs elsewhere in cardiology. How do you feel about that kind of schedule flexibility?

actual willingness to travel and cover other sites, not just polite agreement

If a provider is running behind and asks you to also room the next patient or grab vitals, how do you decide what to prioritize?

prioritization skills when clinical support duties compete with documentation duties

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The full job description

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Department: 02422 AMG ASLMC: Transplant Cardiology - Surgery Transplant: Heart Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday, hours range between 7 am and 5 pm. No holidays, nights or weekends. Homebase is St Luke's with potential travel to the Kenosha clinic approximately once per month; mileage and travel time are reimbursed. Position may also provide coverage/support within Cardiology at St. Luke's, as needed. Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Job Description Summary: Assists physician/clinician in documenting details of the patient visit via the electronic medical record, and performs other related clerical duties to increase physician/clinician effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity for improved patient flow and satisfaction. Effectively communicates and ensures the patient's clear understanding of the scribe role, to enhance the patient's experience and comfort level. Where You Will Work : Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive. What You’ll Do: Schedule: Full Time – 1st shift.  Monday through Friday, hours range between 7 am and 5 pm. No holidays, nights or weekends. Homebase is St Lukes with potential travel to the Kenosha clinic approximately once per month; mileage and travel time are reimbursed. Position may also provide coverage/support within Cardiology at St. Lukes, as needed. As a Medical Scribe , you’ll play a vital role in the care team – supporting providers, connecting with patients, and helping ensure a seamless, compassionate experience every day.  As a key member of the ambulatory care team, you will execute: • Pre-Visit: Preparation: Assemble patient charts, retrieve external records, and gather test results before visits. • Real-Time Documentation : Accompany clinicians during exams to transcribe visits into the EHR using precise medical terminology. • Order Entry: Pend labs, imaging, medications, and referrals with appropriate diagnoses for clinician approval. • Chart Completion: Update patient histories, enter follow-up instructions, and submit final records for physician sign-off. • Clinical Assistance : Measure vital signs, room patients, and assist with non-sterile procedures as needed. About This Location: Home base will be St. Luke’s Clinic within the medical offices at 2801 W Kinnickinnic River Park Way. Potential travel to the Kenosha clinic approximately once per month; mileage and travel time are reimbursed. Position may also provide coverage/support within Cardiology at St. Lukes, as needed. The Cardiology Clinics at Aurora’s St. Luke’s Medical Center and surrounding locations offer a blend of world-class clinical reputation, fast-paced hands-on experience and competitive benefits.  This specialized clinic is recognized for its expertise in heart care and serves as a major center of excellence for advanced cardiovascular technologies with this role focusing primarily on heart failure.  Each member of this tight-knit team has the privilege to positively impact cardiac patient outcomes.  Your feedback matters. Every teammate’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Exposed to a normal medical office environment. • Position requires travel; therefore, may be exposed to severe weather or road conditions. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills. • May need to occasionally lift/carry up to 20 lbs. • May be exposed to the following hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids; therefore, must wear protective clothing and equipment as needed. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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