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How much do virtual scribe jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for virtual scribe in Sparta, IL is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.93 and $20.48 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 Sparta, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 32% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 64% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,471 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Physician Assistant

Belleville, IL

Comprehensive Rehab Consultants
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees
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$95K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

The future of healthcare relies on the brightest minds and biggest hearts. Join us and be part of the team building tomorrow's healthcare. Work for a fun, fast-growing company that is revolutionizing the way skilled nursing facility (SNF) care is delivered. We pride ourselves on our culture, robust career advancement opportunities, and uncompromising dedication to our teammates.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) or Physiatry is a branch of medicine that aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments and disabilities, with a focus typically on the neuromusculoskeletal system. NP/PA PM&R Clinician with Comprehensive Rehab Consultants (CRC), you will work closely with the post-acute therapy team to optimize rehabilitative outcomes and promote patient independence. This position involves treating patients exclusively at a designated skilled nursing facility (SNF) or post-acute rehab center.

Reasons to Join CRC:

  • Physician-owned and operated group united by strong values and the mission to provide high-quality patient care.
  • The opportunity to specialize: we offer a robust training program in rehabilitative medicine and many physiatry-focused education opportunities throughout your CRC career.
  • Autonomy and flexibility: our clinicians control their daily workflow to promote a healthy work/life balance.
  • No obligation to work evenings, weekends, or be on-call!
  • Remote personal medical assistant who prepares your new patient notes before you see your patient as well as a scribe who completes all of your notes after your patient visit.
  • Creative strategies and technology-based solutions to innovate patient care models and reduce administrative burden for clinicians.
  • With a growing company comes growth opportunities: we self-promote to our leadership positions and encourage our clinicians to become clinical leaders by providing in-services to facility staff and training other CRC clinicians in the region.
  • Become PM&R Certified through our training unique to CRC

Position Information: Belleville, IL. This is a 32-hour, full-time W-2 role.

Benefits:

  • Great health insurance including: Medical, Vision, and Dental | Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness
  • Generous PTO package
  • Flexibility in hours, though hours should hover around 9 AM - 4 PM
  • Highly competitive salary and generous bonus
  • $800 of continuous education reimbursement and training to further your career
  • Full-time Virtual Scribe for assistance with documentation ($1,368/month value)
  • Opportunity to earn a minimum of 33 CEUs through the company at no cost
  • Access to CRC's Physiatry certification; CEU credits
  • 401(k) plan with an annual contribution of 2-3%
  • 100% malpractice insurance coverage
  • Laptop

Responsibilities:

  • Provide specialized Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)/Physiatry services as a rehab consultant
  • Represent CRC in your facility through strong clinical leadership and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Collaborate with PCP teams to help with the management of conditions common in SNFs such as CVA, progressive neurological conditions, and postoperative orthopedic surgeries
  • Work alongside your PT, OT, and SLP teams to improve patient function and quality of life
  • Follow therapy patients to track their progress in therapy
  • Assess and collaborate on the management of barriers to therapy including joint or neuropathic pain, spasticity, neurogenic bowel, neurogenic bladder, and much more!
  • Become an integral part of the SNF team by attending multidisciplinary meetings, and bridging the gap between therapy and internal medicine
  • Engage in culture building opportunities and ongoing education including monthly Didactic lectures, virtual meetings with your Regional Team, and annual, regional dinners to meet your nearby colleagues

The Ideal CRC Clinician will have:

  • A passion for post-acute healthcare and serving the geriatric population
  • SNF or post-acute experience (preferred)
  • Confidence to function autonomously
  • A desire for continuous improvement and the ability to embrace change and growth
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to understand the needs of our facility partners and patients
  • Empathy and compassion
  • A desire to invest in our company culture

Qualifications:

  • Nurse Practitioner/APRN/ Physician Assistant
  • Illinois License
  • Ability to work in the U.S.
  • Experience in post-acute space is preferred
  • A great attitude and desire to deliver the best patient care

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift with flexibility, though hours should hover around 9 AM - 4 PM
  • 4-day work week with flexible days (between Monday - Friday); specific days can be selected during onboarding

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Belleville, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Nurse Practitioner/APRN/ PA

Work Location: Belleville, IL

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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