Do you have discipline, strong attention to detail, and the desire to work independently? Are you interested in getting into the health care field?  If you are strong typist and interested, please read on.

A local childrens specialty medical practice, who understands there is nothing more important than a childs health,  is seeking a Medical Transcriptionist. In this position one will transcribe the physicians notes for charts, reports and letters. This position requires someone with strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.

The schedule is Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.  There is room from growth with this practice and offers a competitive benefits package.

Primary Responsibilities

·Listen to the recorded dictation of a doctor or other healthcare professional

·Transcribe and interpret the dictation into diagnostic test results, operative reports, referral letters, and other documents

·Review and edit drafts prepared by speech recognition software, making sure that the transcription is correct, complete, and has a consistent style

·Translate medical abbreviations and jargon into the appropriate long form

·Identify inconsistencies, errors, and missing information within a report that could compromise patient care

·Follow up with the healthcare provider to ensure the accuracy of the reports

·Submit health records for physicians to approve

Qualifications

·Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, grammar, and word-processing software

·Computer skills

·Critical-thinking skills

·Listening skills

·Time-management skills

·Ability to work autonomously

EOE