Transcriptionist-PD

Catholic Health; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking a Transcriptionist to enter patient medical information into the EPOIC Electronic Medical Record with accuracy and speed.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong medical terminology knowledge, and a minimum typing speed of 50 words per minute, with one year of transcription experience preferred. On-site position in New York, with comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute.
• One year transcription experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate inaccuracies, edit inconsistencies as necessary, and revise without altering meaning the documentation of provider using voice recognition in EPIC Electronic Medical Record.
• Clarifies unclear or incomplete documentation and flags report requiring attention of supervisor or provider.
• Utilizes reference materials appropriately to facilitate the accuracy, clarity and completeness of reports.
• Ensures all reports meet department quality assurance expectations such that : all reports include patient’s name, medical record number, dates of service, physician initials, transcriptionists initials, date of dictation.
• Compiles with policies and procedures related to medicolegal matters: including confidentiality, amendment of medical records, release of information, patients’ rights, medical records as legal evidence, etc.
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled.
• Maintains required records and provides reports upon request.
• Provides administrative/clerical/technical support as needed and assigned.
• Other duties as required Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Typing 50 wpm

Education

High School diploma

Job description

The Transcriptionist will enter patient medical information and documentation into the EPOIC Electronic Medical Record.

Position Requirements And Qualifications

Education: High School diploma

Skills: Must have strong knowledge of medical terminology. Must type minimum of 50 words per minute.

Experience: One year transcription experience, preferred.

Performance Responsibilities

• Evaluate inaccuracies, edit inconsistencies as necessary, and revise without altering meaning the documentation of provider using voice recognition in EPIC Electronic Medical Record.
• Clarifies unclear or incomplete documentation and flags report requiring attention of supervisor or provider.
• Utilizes reference materials appropriately to facilitate the accuracy, clarity and completeness of reports.
• Ensures all reports meet department quality assurance expectations such that : all reports include patient’s name, medical record number, dates of service, physician initials, transcriptionists initials, date of dictation.
• Compiles with policies and procedures related to medicolegal matters: including confidentiality, amendment of medical records, release of information, patients’ rights, medical records as legal evidence, etc.
• Reports to work on time, as scheduled.
• Maintains required records and provides reports upon request.
• Provides administrative/clerical/technical support as needed and assigned.
• Other duties as required Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures

Salary Range

USD $24.88 - USD $33.50 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.