Overview:
UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.
As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
Transcribes medical reports, routine letters and other medical correspondence using transcription equipment and word processing programs. Charts, files, faxes, and retrieves reports per departmental protocol. Prepares material for consultation to other facilities. Performs other duties as requested.Reports to the Laboratory Director. Provides logistical support for the Pathology Department. Collects and catalogues specimens received for pathological examination. Directly assists the Pathologist in setting up specimens for pathological review. Disposes of tissue remains in accordance with local health standards. Performs other duties as requested. Reports to Laboratory Director.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
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Possesses ability for rapid and accurate transcription of tape recorded anatomical pathology dictation.
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Must have a good working knowledge of medical terminology utilized in pathology consultations with good communication skills in English.
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Good working knowledge of basic office equipment to include telephone, fax machines and personal computers.
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Possesses knowledge of basic anatomy.
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Able to retrieve, log and set up specimens for pathological and cytological examination.
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Possess a tolerance for processing and disposal of human pathological specimens.
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Recognizes safety aspects of handling hazardous materials to include formalin and alcohols.
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Good communication skills in English.
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Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
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Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Preferred Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Prefer two years previous experience in pathology medical transcription.
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Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
Total Rewards
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
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Background Check and Live Scan
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Employment Misconduct*
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Legal Right to Work in the United States
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Vaccination Policies
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Smoking and Tobacco Policy
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Drug Free Environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
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California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
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E-Verify
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Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
