Pathology Medical Transcriptionist — 40h/wk Contract (Boston)

PRIDE Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts with preferred vendors

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for a Medical Transcriptionist for a 2-month assignment in Boston, Massachusetts, with potential for extension. This role involves reviewing and editing surgical pathology descriptions using software, ensuring accuracy in transcription. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and ideally have postsecondary training in medical transcription. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20-$26 per hour, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• One to two years’ experience as a medical transcriptionist.
• Completed postsecondary training in medical transcription preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and editing surgical pathology gross descriptions and final diagnoses.
• Typing surgical pathology final reports into the laboratory information system.
• Coordinating frozen section procedures between the operating room and the pathology department.
• Answering and triaging a busy phone service.

Skills

English language and grammar proficiency

Medical terminology related to pathology

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Typing speed of 40 to 50 words per minute

Education

High School diploma with one-year certificate program or 2-year associate’s degree

Tools

Word-processing software

Job description

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for a Medical Transcriptionist for a 2-month assignment in Boston, Massachusetts, with potential for extension. This role involves reviewing and editing surgical pathology descriptions using software, ensuring accuracy in transcription. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and ideally have postsecondary training in medical transcription. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $20-$26 per hour, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.