Description
The Medical Transcriptionist is a medical language specialist who interprets and transcribes dictation by physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding gross and microscopic descriptions in addition to final diagnoses in order to document patient care and facilitate delivery of healthcare services.
Requisition Type
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
Assists in training/mentoring new employees and serves as resource for transcriptionists and problem solves in team leader's absenceDemonstrates the ability to accurately transcribe medical dictation from voice dictationDemonstrates the ability to handle telephone requests. Shows the ability to use pathology softwareDemonstrates the capacity to trouble shoot the dictation system and maintain the work-listInforms team leader of problems that impede work-flow and offers suggestion for improvementMaintains confidentiality consistently to employees and patientsMakes suggestions for improvement and seeks to solve issues independentlyPerforms downtime procedure when computer system fails; follows downtime protocol and ensures computer up-time procedure is followedSecured and returns supplied as well as maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the work areasTranscribes assigned reports without respect to the assignments and productivity of teamTranscribes letters to be sent for consultations along with providing materials to accompany the letter that may include microscopic slides, blocks, etc.Provide and organize detailed information for cancer conference presentationMay perform other duties as assigned or requested and job specification can be modified or updated at any time
Qualifications
Required Education: High School Diploma / GEDRequired Experience: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, pathology, and various medical specialties as required in area of responsibility. Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices. Must maintain productivity levels required by department. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including English usage, grammar, punctuation and style. Ability to use reference resources. Ability to work quickly and accurately under time constraintsPreferred Experience: Ability to understand diverse accents and dialects and varying dictation styles. CMT or equivalent combination of continuing education and work experience