Pathology Transcriptionist II Full Time Evenings

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

21h•Remote

About The Position

Performs accurate transcription of recorded medical dictation into designated report formats to support Pathologists, Pathologists' Assistants, and selected individual laboratory departments. Manages inventory control, general equipment, and space maintenance. Handles receptionist and clerical tasks, including word processing, filing, distribution of interoffice memos, mail, scanning, and faxing. Supports cross-departmental partnerships and communication among Pathologists, Pathologists' Assistants, hospital staff, and clients. Takes immediate steps to correct, follow through, and report any mistakes or errors to the department manager. Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be able to type 45 wpm and be familiar with Microsoft Office software
Demonstrated technical skills and aptitudes related to the laboratory procedures performed in department or work area assigned
Ability to hear and accurately translate a variety of dialects in order to document detailed, complicated patient care
Ability to read text and numbers in English, with demonstrated ability to comprehend, measure, reason, match and problem solve.
Excellent skills in grammar, punctuation, and style
Ability to learn and apply computer-related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices related to dictation, and troubleshoot as necessary
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within applicable guidelines and regulations
Ability to interact with infectious biological specimens, caustics, toxic chemicals, and/or irritants appropriately and safely
Ability to communicate verbally and in written form with persons of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective, and professional manner
Ability to respond appropriately to buzzers, bells, flashing lights, and pagers, and work under pressure with time constraints
Ability to concentrate and demonstrate excellent listening skills
Ability to use an extensive array of professional reference materials as well as the Internet
Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices
Must have knowledge of computerized transcription equipment
Must have thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, laboratory medicine, and surgical procedures
Responsible for proper function and minor troubleshooting of computer software and hardware used for transcription
Technical skills and aptitudes related to timely and accurate transcription and delivery of pathology reports
Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
Medical Terminology training [Required]
High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
2+ in medical dictation transcription [Required]

Nice To Haves

Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]
Vocational/Technical Medical Terminology preferred
With Clinical and Anatomical Laboratory Processes [Preferred]
Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) [Preferred]

Responsibilities

Performs accurate transcription of recorded medical dictation into designated report formats to support Pathologists, Pathologists' Assistants, and selected individual laboratory departments.
Manages inventory control, general equipment, and space maintenance.
Handles receptionist and clerical tasks, including word processing, filing, distribution of interoffice memos, mail, scanning, and faxing.
Supports cross-departmental partnerships and communication among Pathologists, Pathologists' Assistants, hospital staff, and clients.
Takes immediate steps to correct, follow through, and report any mistakes or errors to the department manager.
Provides resolution to customer service issues within guidelines.
Attends and participates in scheduled department and committee meetings as assigned.
May prepare specimens for send-out and tumor board.
May perform detailed clerical duties including completion of legal requests.