Hi everyone!
I am in between getting a clinical job, but I have heard mixed things. I know that as a scribe you really get to see the interactions between the doctor and patients. Some people mention how helpful it is because one is able to get familiar with the medicine and the terminology used in notes. After all doctors take the majority of time taking notes! On the other hand, I have heard of the PCT (patient care technician). One of my friends mentioned it was similar to being a CNA which I do not mind. The patient care technician usually works with the nurses, but there is a lot of patient interaction! I have heard that being a scribe is so common now, and being a PCT would also be a unique experience that I could talk about during interviews, etc.
The other thing to note is that the scribe companies require a minimum of 8 hours per week and the PCT requires a 12 hour shift every two weeks. I think both are awesome opportunities, and I do not mind either one. I was just wondering which one would be a better fit that would help me in medical school? Any advice or comments are greatly appreciated!
Thank you
I am in between getting a clinical job, but I have heard mixed things. I know that as a scribe you really get to see the interactions between the doctor and patients. Some people mention how helpful it is because one is able to get familiar with the medicine and the terminology used in notes. After all doctors take the majority of time taking notes! On the other hand, I have heard of the PCT (patient care technician). One of my friends mentioned it was similar to being a CNA which I do not mind. The patient care technician usually works with the nurses, but there is a lot of patient interaction! I have heard that being a scribe is so common now, and being a PCT would also be a unique experience that I could talk about during interviews, etc.
The other thing to note is that the scribe companies require a minimum of 8 hours per week and the PCT requires a 12 hour shift every two weeks. I think both are awesome opportunities, and I do not mind either one. I was just wondering which one would be a better fit that would help me in medical school? Any advice or comments are greatly appreciated!
Thank you
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