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Medical Scribe jobs at H-1B visa-sponsoring employers typically require a bachelor's degree in a health-related field, positioning the role as a specialty occupation when structured around clinical documentation and healthcare informatics duties. Sponsoring employers file a certified Labor Condition Application and I-129 petition, granting up to three years of initial H-1B status.
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Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time, day-shift Certified Medical Assistant Scribe for our Oncology Elkhart Practice at Beacon Medical Group in Elkhart, IN.
We’re proud to offer a sign-on bonus of $2,500 one-time (not base pay).
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.
At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Shift Differentials
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Local and National Discounts
- Beacon Academy Educational Courses
- Gym Membership Discount
ABOUT BEACON MEDICAL GROUP
As a division of Beacon Health System, Beacon Medical Group is the largest, most comprehensive medical group in the region. Currently employing more than 250 physicians, 80 advanced practice clinicians, and representing over 35 different specialties, BMG is deeply rooted in the community it serves. Providing comprehensive treatment with a personal touch, we’re dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Certified Medical Assistant Scribe, you will handle time-consuming clerical responsibilities for physicians during patient encounters. Scribes accompany a physician and directly observe patient encounters. This position accurately documents the events and decision-making in a manner that results in appropriate medical charting. The Medical Scribe also completes clerical activities necessary to assist with processing of physician orders for tests and medications. By accomplishing the time-consuming clerical duties that otherwise would be assigned to a physician, Scribes enable physicians to spend more time with individual patients and increase the overall flow of patients in the department. This role is relevant because physicians are highly trained for direct patient care and any clerical activity is a less efficient use of their health care expertise and efforts.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT SCRIBE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greets patients and visitors, manages front-desk operations, and obtains accurate patient demographic, insurance, and registration information.
- Serves as a medical scribe by documenting real-time provider encounters, histories, assessments, diagnoses, procedures, orders, and treatment plans within the EMR.
- Prepares patients for examinations and assists providers with clinical procedures and patient care activities.
- Performs clinical support functions including specimen collection, laboratory testing, EKGs, medication administration, injections, and patient education.
- Manages medication refills, monitors patient compliance, and supports medication management under provider direction.
- Coordinates scheduling of appointments, procedures, diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up care.
- Maintains accurate medical records, clinical documentation, CPT/ICD-10 coding, and quality measure reporting.
- Ensures exam rooms are stocked, equipment is cleaned and sterilized, and clinical supplies are maintained.
- Serves as a patient advocate by facilitating communication between patients, providers, and care teams.
- Supports practice operations through professional customer service, administrative support, and compliance with organizational, regulatory, and clinical standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
- Must be Certified or Registered Medical Assistant through either (1) successful completion of a Certification Exam or (2) through successful completion of an approved two-year Medical Assistant Program and successful completion of a Certification Exam.
- Previous medical office experience preferred.
WHAT YOU BRING
As a Certified Medical Assistant Scribe, this position requires demonstrated competency in performing patient care procedures, assessments, treatments, observations, and clinical techniques, including venipuncture, EKGs, and other practice-specific procedures. The role demands strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, visitors, providers, and staff while maintaining a professional and welcoming environment. Candidates must possess knowledge of medical office operations, billing processes, healthcare documentation, quality measures, payer requirements, and ICD-10 coding standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential for addressing patient concerns, interpreting clinical information, and supporting quality patient care. The position also requires excellent organizational skills to coordinate patient care activities, improve patient flow, maintain accurate and detailed documentation, and record examination findings. In addition, successful candidates will promote collaboration and innovation across clinical services to support an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare delivery and optimal patient outcomes.
THE BEACON WAY
At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.
LOCATION
Location: Beacon Health System · BMG Oncology Elkhart
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time, Day, 8:00-4:30, Monday-Friday, but hours may vary based on department needs.
INTRODUCTION
Beacon Health System is hiring a full-time, day-shift Certified Medical Assistant Scribe for our Oncology Elkhart Practice at Beacon Medical Group in Elkhart, IN.
We’re proud to offer a sign-on bonus of $2,500 one-time (not base pay).
Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.
At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Shift Differentials
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Local and National Discounts
- Beacon Academy Educational Courses
- Gym Membership Discount
ABOUT BEACON MEDICAL GROUP
As a division of Beacon Health System, Beacon Medical Group is the largest, most comprehensive medical group in the region. Currently employing more than 250 physicians, 80 advanced practice clinicians, and representing over 35 different specialties, BMG is deeply rooted in the community it serves. Providing comprehensive treatment with a personal touch, we’re dedicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As a Certified Medical Assistant Scribe, you will handle time-consuming clerical responsibilities for physicians during patient encounters. Scribes accompany a physician and directly observe patient encounters. This position accurately documents the events and decision-making in a manner that results in appropriate medical charting. The Medical Scribe also completes clerical activities necessary to assist with processing of physician orders for tests and medications. By accomplishing the time-consuming clerical duties that otherwise would be assigned to a physician, Scribes enable physicians to spend more time with individual patients and increase the overall flow of patients in the department. This role is relevant because physicians are highly trained for direct patient care and any clerical activity is a less efficient use of their health care expertise and efforts.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT SCRIBE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Greets patients and visitors, manages front-desk operations, and obtains accurate patient demographic, insurance, and registration information.
- Serves as a medical scribe by documenting real-time provider encounters, histories, assessments, diagnoses, procedures, orders, and treatment plans within the EMR.
- Prepares patients for examinations and assists providers with clinical procedures and patient care activities.
- Performs clinical support functions including specimen collection, laboratory testing, EKGs, medication administration, injections, and patient education.
- Manages medication refills, monitors patient compliance, and supports medication management under provider direction.
- Coordinates scheduling of appointments, procedures, diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up care.
- Maintains accurate medical records, clinical documentation, CPT/ICD-10 coding, and quality measure reporting.
- Ensures exam rooms are stocked, equipment is cleaned and sterilized, and clinical supplies are maintained.
- Serves as a patient advocate by facilitating communication between patients, providers, and care teams.
- Supports practice operations through professional customer service, administrative support, and compliance with organizational, regulatory, and clinical standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must be a minimum of 17 years of age.
- Must be Certified or Registered Medical Assistant through either (1) successful completion of a Certification Exam or (2) through successful completion of an approved two-year Medical Assistant Program and successful completion of a Certification Exam.
- Previous medical office experience preferred.
WHAT YOU BRING
As a Certified Medical Assistant Scribe, this position requires demonstrated competency in performing patient care procedures, assessments, treatments, observations, and clinical techniques, including venipuncture, EKGs, and other practice-specific procedures. The role demands strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills to effectively interact with patients, visitors, providers, and staff while maintaining a professional and welcoming environment. Candidates must possess knowledge of medical office operations, billing processes, healthcare documentation, quality measures, payer requirements, and ICD-10 coding standards. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential for addressing patient concerns, interpreting clinical information, and supporting quality patient care. The position also requires excellent organizational skills to coordinate patient care activities, improve patient flow, maintain accurate and detailed documentation, and record examination findings. In addition, successful candidates will promote collaboration and innovation across clinical services to support an interdisciplinary approach to healthcare delivery and optimal patient outcomes.
THE BEACON WAY
At Beacon Health System, our approach to care goes beyond clinical excellence because it’s built on meaningful connections. Guided by our core values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion, we strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, employees feel valued, and innovation thrives.
LOCATION
Location: Beacon Health System · BMG Oncology Elkhart
SCHEDULE
Schedule: Full-time, Day, 8:00-4:30, Monday-Friday, but hours may vary based on department needs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Medical Scribe
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Medical scribe roles qualify as specialty occupations only when tied to a specific degree field like health informatics, biology, or pre-medicine. Pull the O*NET occupation profile before applying so you can align your credentials to the documented knowledge requirements in your resume and cover letter.
Target employers with clinical documentation teams
Hospital systems, multispecialty group practices, and medical scribe staffing companies are the most consistent H-1B filers for this role. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for medical scribe and health informatics positions, filtered by city and specialty.
Verify the LCA covers your exact worksite
Medical scribes frequently rotate across clinic locations or hospital departments. Each worksite requires its own certified LCA from DOL before you can legally work there. Confirm with your employer's HR team that every location on your schedule is listed on a separate certified LCA.
Use the OFLC Wage Search before salary talks
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for medical scribe roles in your metro area before any offer conversation so you can confirm the offered rate meets the LCA compliance threshold.
Ask about premium processing during offer negotiation
USCIS premium processing cuts the I-129 adjudication window to 15 business days. If your start date is tight or your OPT expires soon, ask the employer directly whether they'll cover premium processing, and get the answer in writing before you sign an offer letter.
Document clinical duties to support specialty occupation RFEs
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on medical scribe petitions questioning whether the role truly requires a bachelor's degree. Keep a detailed log of your clinical documentation responsibilities, EHR systems you operate, and any degree-specific tasks from day one to support any RFE response.
H-1B Visa Medical Scribe: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a medical scribe role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. Medical scribe roles qualify as specialty occupations when they require a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as health informatics, biology, or pre-medicine and involve duties beyond basic data entry. Employers who frame the role around clinical documentation standards, EHR management, and healthcare informatics are more likely to receive USCIS approval. Roles structured as general clerical or administrative work without a degree requirement will not qualify.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for medical scribes?
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, multispecialty physician groups, and dedicated medical scribe staffing companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. These employers have established immigration workflows and are familiar with structuring medical scribe positions to meet specialty occupation standards. You can browse employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for health informatics and medical documentation roles on Migrate Mate.
Can my H-1B cover multiple clinic locations if I rotate worksites?
No. DOL requires a separate certified Labor Condition Application for each physical worksite where you'll work. If your employer assigns you across multiple clinic sites or hospital departments, each location must appear on its own certified LCA before you begin working there. Confirm this with your employer's HR or immigration team before your first day, and again any time your worksite schedule changes.
How long does H-1B status last for a medical scribe position?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum under standard rules. Extensions beyond six years are possible only if you have an approved immigrant petition at a qualifying stage. Your employer must file each extension before your current status expires to maintain your authorization to work.
What should I do if USCIS issues an RFE on my medical scribe H-1B petition?
Requests for Evidence on medical scribe petitions typically challenge whether the role requires a degree in a specific field. Responding effectively means providing detailed job duty descriptions tied to degree-level competencies, documentation of EHR systems used, and evidence that comparable positions at similar employers require the same educational background. Work with a qualified immigration attorney to prepare the response within the USCIS deadline stated in the RFE notice.