Transcriptionist

MAWD Pathology Group -
Lenexa, KS

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Job Details

Full-time
11 days ago

Qualifications

Computer literacy

Full Job Description

Medical transcriptionists listen to voice recordings that physicians and other healthcare professionals make and convert them into written reports. They may also review and edit medical documents created using speech recognition technology. Transcriptionists interpret medical terminology and abbreviations in preparing patients’ medical histories, discharge summaries, and other documents.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

Follow patient confidentiality guidelines and legal documentation requirements

Enter medical reports into electronic health records systems

Perform quality improvement audits

Answer phone calls and respond to emails related to transcription tasks

Other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED

Registered Healthcare Documentation Specialist (RHDS) certification or Certified Healthcare Documentation Specialist (CHDS) certification

Computer Skills

Critical-thinking skills

Listening Skills

Time management skills

Writing skills

Competencies:

Critical Thinking – Ability to identify inconsistencies and errors in documentation that could impact patient care and to resolve them appropriately.

Listening Skills – Listens attentively to dictated recordings and accurately transcribes verbal information.

Time Management – Efficiently manages workload and meets documentation deadlines.

Writing Skills – Demonstrates proper grammar, punctuation, and medical terminology usage to produce clear, professional documentation.

Attention to Detail – Carefully reviews documents for completeness and accuracy.

Confidentiality – Maintains patient privacy and complies with legal and ethical standards of documentation.

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