Medical Transcriptionist I

• Primarily responsible for transcribing gross description and may transcribe microscopic diagnosis and other clinical information into LIS 
• Make corrections/edits to reports, as per Pathologist instructions 
• Provide verbally, STAT and malignant results to clients, as applicable 
• Obtain patient clinical history, as applicable 
• May participate in the training of new staff members 
• Prepare outside consultation cases for send-out to the client, as applicable 
• Maintain Send-out/Consultation log, as applicable 
• May select pathologist QC cases (PASR) 
• May assign CPT codes, once required training is completed and documented 
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct problem or immediately notify general supervisor, technical supervisor or director 
• Understand and follow all applicable standard operating procedures for job-related responsibilities, to include Pathologist Electronic Signature Guidelines SOP 
• All other duties as assigned 

Preferred Work Experience:  

0-3 years transcription experience 

Physical and Mental Requirements:  

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.  
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.  
• Frequent walking and/or standing.  

Knowledge:  

Knowledge of Medical Terminology 

Skills:  

• Strong Data Entry skills 
• Good clerical, organizational, phone and communication skills 

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)