Medical Transcriptionist: Precise Medical Reports

Interlake-Eastern RHA; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Medical Transcriptionist at Selkirk Regional Health Centre on a casual relief basis. The role involves accurate transcription of medical information using approved templates and distribution of transcribed reports to care providers to support patient care.

Applicants should have a recognized Medical Transcription Certification, excellent 80 wpm typing, outstanding writing skills, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Recognized Medical Transcription Certified Course.
• Excellent writing skills; including proper spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Must be proficient with basic computer skills
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience working in a health care setting preferred
• Experience working in a medical transcription application
• Excellent keyboarding skills with a minimum of 80 wpm.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be able to work independently
• Satisfactory employment record.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate, concise and timely transcription of medical information utilizing approved templates to ensure consistent and professional generation of medical documents.
• Distribute transcribed reports to specified health care providers for continued patient care.
• Contribute to the maintenance, completeness and accuracy of the patient health record, while maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Writing skills

80 wpm typing

Communication

Team player

Independent worker

Computer skills

Healthcare experience

Transcription software

Education

Medical Transcription Certification

Tools

Medical transcription software

Job description

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is seeking a Medical Transcriptionist at Selkirk Regional Health Centre on a casual relief basis. The role involves accurate transcription of medical information using approved templates and distribution of transcribed reports to care providers to support patient care.

Applicants should have a recognized Medical Transcription Certification, excellent 80 wpm typing, outstanding writing skills, and strong communication.