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How much do virtual scribe jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual scribe in Minnesota is $19.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a virtual scribe?

Virtual scribes are professionals who remotely assist healthcare providers by documenting patient encounters in real-time. They listen to conversations during patient visits, either through secure audio or video connections, and enter relevant information into electronic health records (EHRs). This helps physicians focus more on patient care rather than paperwork. Virtual scribes work from off-site locations, which allows for flexible scheduling and efficient documentation support.

What does a virtual scribe do?

As a virtual scribe, your primary responsibilities are to create medical notes that summarize patient encounters with a physician or nurse. In this role, you may document the encounter based on audio recordings, clarify medical directions or prescription authorizations with the doctor, submit paperwork electronically, prepare referral letters and similar documentation, and perform some administrative tasks. While scribes can work at computers in clinics, there are virtual positions where scribes work from home. Scribe work can be time-sensitive, so virtual scribes often write notes and prepare reports during regular business hours instead of working at a self-determined pace.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a virtual scribe, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Virtual Scribe, you need excellent listening skills, fast and accurate typing, strong grammar, and a foundational understanding of medical terminology, usually supported by relevant training or experience. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems and secure communication platforms is typically required. Outstanding attention to detail, time management, and discretion are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure the accurate, timely, and confidential documentation of patient encounters, which supports efficient clinical workflows and high-quality patient care.

What are the common challenges faced by virtual scribes when working remotely with healthcare providers?

Virtual Scribes often navigate challenges such as maintaining clear, real-time communication with healthcare providers during patient encounters and ensuring accurate documentation despite working remotely. Adjusting to different providers' documentation styles and managing multiple electronic health record (EHR) systems can also be demanding. However, strong organizational skills, adaptability, and proactive communication help Virtual Scribes effectively support providers and maintain high-quality patient records from a remote setting.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Scribe job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,604 per year, or $19 per hour.

Family Medicine, Physician Family Med without OB

CommonSpirit Health

Park Rapids, MN

$354K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Family Medicine Physician you will, serve as the heart of family healthfor a vast, appreciative community in Park Rapids, MN, focusing purely onclinic-based and inpatient family medicine (without OB). This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to cultivate deep, long-term patient relationships and deliver comprehensive, cradle-to-grave care, making a profound impact on individual and family well-being. You'll benefit from ahighly competitive compensation packageand exceptional benefits, enhanced by asignificantly lower cost of livingfor remarkable financial freedom and an elevated quality of life.

Every day you will, provide patient-centered care, experiencing the satisfaction of knowing your patients intimately and making a tangible difference in their health, all within a supportive, integrated medical environment. Beyond the clinic, you'll immerse yourself inyear-round outdoor recreationacross hundreds of crystal-clear lakes (fishing, boating, snowmobiling) and engage with afamily-centric communityboasting excellent, well-supported schools and genuine local charm, escaping the urban rush for serenity and peace.

To be successful in this role you will, be a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician (without OB)with a passion for comprehensive primary care and a desire to build deep, trusting patient relationships. You should thrive in acollaborative medical environment, valuing integrated care and professional growth over administrative frustrations. Ideal candidates will embrace thefinancial freedom, abundantoutdoor adventure, and strong community bonds that Park Rapids, MN, offers, seeking to build both a rewarding professional legacy and an inspiring personal life amidst natural beauty.

We are offering a generous base salary, relocation assistance, and additional performance incentives to those who qualify.

  • Competitive Base salary
  • Mon-Fri Schedule
  • Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance
  • Dedicated clinical staff
  • Up-to-date clinic
  • Procedural rooms
  • Virtual scribes
  • Generous time off, CME, full benefits, malpractice, and more

Job Requirements

Required

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
  • Board certification or eligibility in Family Medicine
  • Active or eligible license in the state of Minnesota
  • Strong clinical skills with experience in Family Medicine
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and families
  • BLS

Where You'll Work

Park Rapids, MN, with a population of approximately 4,300 residents is a city whose true heart is the heart of its people. Year in and year out, hundreds of volunteers are regularly involved in every level of keeping our community active, thriving, and inviting. It is a unique environment, and we think you will feel welcome right away. You will find an intriguing parade of charming contradictions here. For example, on one hand, everything feels like a step back in time. On the other hand, any technological convenience or amenity you need for business or recreation is available, including the state's fifth busiest jet airport. Although our population numbers just over 4,000, we count twenty doctors and eight dentists among them. We work hard. We enjoy life. And, our diverse backgrounds and common goals make Park Rapids what it is today, a place where you can come as you are... and be who you are.

CHI St. Josephs Health of Park Rapids part of CommonSpirit Health is an award-winning 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center hospitalist program testing surgery orthopedics rehabilitation and more so that you can experience better health.

Catholic Health Initiatives(CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happenboth inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.


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$354,780 - $354,780 /year

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