Job Description
Medical Transcriptionists listen to dictated recording made by physicians and health care professionals and transcribe them into medical reports and correspondence. The documents they produce include summaries, history and physical examination, operative, consultation and reports. They may also be called upon to correct patients' records, edit documents and identify errors in medical reports.
Job Specification
Previous Transcription Experience is preferred.
Knowledge of medical office procedures.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to type from draft copy, review and edit reports and correspondence.
Skill in operating a computer, Foot Paddle machine and copy machine.
Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to type at least 45 wpm.
Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.