Medical Imaging Transcription Editor - (214635)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a Medical Imaging Transcription Editor to ensure accurate transcription of Radiologist reports. This role requires familiarity with medical transcription programs and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have experience with voice recognition software, along with a focus on quality and patient safety. A Grade 12 education and completion of an approved program are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent education.
• Graduated from an accredited medical transcription program.
• Familiarity with Medical Imaging Systems (RIS, PACS, Radnet).

Responsibilities

• Transcribe Radiologist reports accurately and timely across various modalities.
• Perform general clerical duties as required.

Skills

Ability to keyboard at 60 wpm

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Ability to deal effectively with others

Physical ability to carry out duties

Organizational skills

Operation of voice recognition software

Education

Grade 12

Graduation from an approved program in medical transcription

Tools

Powerscribe 360

Medical Imaging Systems (RIS, PACS, Radnet)

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator or designate, utilizing a variety of computerized applications including a voice recognition software program, such as Powerscribe 360 (PS360), the Medical Imaging Transcription Editor is responsible for the timely and accurate transcription of Radiologist reports for a variety of diagnostic modalities including Radiology, Fluoroscopy, Breast Imaging, Ultrasound, Computed Tomography, Nuclear Medicine, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Angiography and Echocardiograms; performs general clerical duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in medical transcription, familiarity with Medical Imaging Systems (RIS, PACS, Radnet) and demonstrated knowledge of voice activated software, such as Powerscribe 360, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to keyboard at 60 wpm.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including a computer utilizing a variety of software applications and specialized voice recognition software, such as Powerscribe 360.