Transcribing and editing recorded material (e.g., patient histories and physicals, consult letters and notes, physician correspondence, x-ray reports, etc.);
Verifying accuracy of patient information (e.g., name, identification number, etc.);
Matching the complaint to diagnosis using Medical Records needing review for specific date reports for every date of service transcribed;
Verifying accuracy of transcription for correct punctuation, grammar and spelling;
Researching via appropriate reference materials in order to correct dictated language into concise, accurate, and understandable text;
Informing the Team Lead when there are questions and inconsistencies in the dictated language that require assistance with correction;
Flagging charts that are dictated in the incorrect pool for the supervisor so they can be moved to the proper pool;
Sending demographic information regarding flagged dictations to the Transcription Assistant to be addressed by dictator(s);
Meeting the minimum daily line requirements as directed.
Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:
High school diploma required;
Formal training through an accredited transcription program preferred;
Five or more years of experience as a medical transcriptionist in a hospital, urgent care facility, or medical specialty preferred;
Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices;
Excellent skills in English usage, grammar, punctuation, and style;
Ability to use an extensive array of professional reference materials;
Ability to operate word processing equipment, dictation and transcription equipment, and other equipment as specified;
Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision;
Proficiency in a variety of Microsoft applications and software products, as well as transcription-specific software products;
Ability to concentrate and work under pressure with no time constraints;
Ability to sit for extended periods of time;
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
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