Medical Documentation Assistant

Cognizance; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 350,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Karachi is looking for a motivated Medical Documentation Assistant. This entry-level role offers training in managing patient documents and ensuring data confidentiality in a supportive work environment. Ideal for freshers interested in healthcare administration, the position emphasizes detail-oriented work and teamwork. Candidates should have basic computer skills and a high school diploma.

Benefits

Training and hands-on experience

Supportive and friendly work environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn medical terminology are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are critical.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, and scan medical records into secure systems.
• Enter patient information and test results into EHR systems.
• Check that all documents are complete and properly organized.
• Maintain and retrieve medical documents as needed.
• Assist medical staff with documentation-related tasks.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines to protect patient confidentiality.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge and typing skills

Willingness to learn medical terminology and healthcare systems

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Good communication and teamwork abilities

Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Medical Documentation Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for freshers who are interested in starting a career in the healthcare or medical administration field. Training will be provided to help you learn how to manage and maintain patient documents in a professional healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Handling Medical Documents: Receive, organize, and scan medical records and reports into secure digital systems.


• Data Entry: Enter patient information, visit summaries, and test results into Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems with accuracy.


• Document Review: Check that all documents are complete, properly labeled, and organized.


• Filing and Maintenance: Maintain and retrieve medical documents as needed, keeping both digital and physical files in order.


• Team Support: Assist medical staff and administrative teams with documentation-related tasks.


• Privacy Compliance: Follow HIPAA guidelines and organizational policies to protect patient confidentiality.

Skills and Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge and typing skills


• Willingness to learn medical terminology and healthcare systems


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills


• Good communication and teamwork abilities


• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality


• High school diploma or equivalent (medical or administrative coursework is a plus)

What We Offer

• Training and hands-on experience


• A supportive and friendly work environment


• Opportunities to grow within the healthcare administration field


• Entry-level salary and performance-based growth

How to Apply

If you're a fresher looking to start your career in the healthcare industry, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your resume and a short note about your interest in the role.