Pathology Transcriptionist for VA Reports

Ghost RX Inc

Memphis (TN)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

GhostRx Inc. seeks a Medical Transcriptionist to support Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Services at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr.

VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. You will transcribe and edit dictated pathology reports to support accurate diagnoses for Veterans. Requirements include U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, 1 year MT experience, familiarity with VistA/CPRS or similar systems, and strong knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required
English fluency and basic computer literacy
High school diploma or GED; MT program preferred
Minimum 1 year medical transcription in last 3 years; pathology/lab experience preferred
RHDS/CHDS credentials preferred
Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, pathology and lab terminology
Typing 60+ WPM; accuracy; digital dictation and MS Office
Experience with VistA/CPRS or similar system preferred
Able to complete federal background checks and VA credentialing
Immunizations and privacy/security training required

Responsibilities

Transcribe and edit dictated surgical pathology, cytology, autopsy, and bone marrow reports
Enter and maintain report data in the VA anatomic pathology information system (VistA/CPRS) and route for review
Verify patient identifiers, accession numbers, and specimen information against requisitions
Process addenda, amended reports, and corrections with complete audit trail
Monitor report turnaround times and prioritize STAT, frozen sections, and time-sensitive cases
Support laboratory clerical functions including report distribution, filing, slide and block log maintenance
Maintain strict confidentiality in HIPAA, Privacy Act, and VA policies
Comply with CAP, CLIA, Joint Commission standards and facility rules