Medical Transcriptionist

Job summary

The Medical Transcriptionist transcribes, interprets, and edits clinical dictations and diagnostic reports using speech recognition software. Additionally, the role involves performing various clerical duties and participating in continuous quality improvement activities.

Job details

Join Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital and become part of a collaborative healthcare team in the heart of Trail, B.C.! We are seeking a Casual Medical Transcriptionist who is passionate about accuracy, teamwork, and supporting outstanding patient care. This position works days, Monday to Friday 08:30 to 16:00 Days off: Sun, Sat, STAT How will we help you grow? Join our team as a casual employee, where you’ll enjoy variety, gain valuable experience, and have the chance to grow your career. Work hours range from 0 to 37.5 per week, with shifts available on short notice or pre-scheduled to cover leaves. Many of our team members start in casual roles and transition into permanent positions. Plus, we offer competitive wages, shift premiums, employer-paid training, and an Employee & Family Assistance Program to support you every step of the way. What Will You Work On? The Medical Transcriptionist transcribes, interprets, and edits dictation for multiple clinical disciplines and diagnostic departments. Performs related clerical duties In accordance with established policies and procedures transcribes, interprets, and edits dictation for the health record such as consultations, operative reports, discharge summaries, and diagnostic reports for multiple clinical disciplines using approved transcription and speech recognition software according to established standards and guidelines. Ensures content, grammar, punctuation, and format are correct by clarifying inconsistencies with the dictating physician, reviewing reference material and/or referring to PPL (or designate). Carries out assigned duties as per department standards and guidelines. Identifies duties to complete during shift and completes in priority order in accordance with established department standards. Assists with inquiries regarding status of jobs or requests for prioritized dictation in accordance with established policies and procedures, escalating as necessary. Reviews job performance feedback provided by Transcription Leadership team and integrates into own work practices. Performs a variety of clerical duties such as answering telephones; maintaining files and records; identifying deficiencies, and following up on incomplete charts; typing documents/reports/correspondence; photocopying and distributing transcribed reports; etc. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities by performing duties such as providing input/feedback to the PPL (or designate) on work procedures and opportunities for process improvement. Assists with orienting new staff and/or students by performing duties such as demonstrating work procedures, demonstrating use of office equipment/systems and providing related information. Performs other related duties as assigned. What should your application include? A 5-minute typing test (60+ NWPM) from a recognized institution, completed within the past 48 months (non-supervised tests not accepted). Click here for testing details. A Medical Transcription Certificate Your Resume outlining one year recent related experience, Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; A Cover Letter stating your availability to start in a new position and on-call, casual work (i.e. days of the week). Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C.’s Top Employers! Explore our extensive benefits, career growth opportunities, and lifestyle in one of the most beautiful and diverse regions of Canada. Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!

What you’ll do

The Medical Transcriptionist transcribes, interprets, and edits clinical dictations and diagnostic reports using speech recognition software. Additionally, the role involves performing various clerical duties and participating in continuous quality improvement activities.

Requirements

Applicants must possess a Medical Transcription Certificate and a typing test of 60+ NWPM from a recognized institution. One year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education and training is required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages • Shift premiums • Employer-paid training • Employee & Family Assistance Program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Medical Transcription
• Speech Recognition Software
• Medical Terminology
• Typing
• Editing
• Clerical Duties
• Quality Improvement
• Patient Record Management
• Time Management
• Communication

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Administrative