UIC - 5 EAST - WEEKENDS

Recruiting.com LLC; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Hospital is seeking a hospital transcriptionist to accurately transcribe physicians' orders under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This role includes clerical and non-nursing duties, and acts as information coordinator for a nursing unit.

Incumbents may be required to work overtime and respond to calls as needed by the hospital, with adherence to confidentiality and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in oral and written grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic mathematics as acquired through high school or equivalent; medical terminology proficiency or course within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physicians’ orders under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Perform clerical and non-nursing duties as assigned.
• Act as information coordinator for a nursing unit; maintain patient information accuracy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education

  • Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent. Must show proficiency in medical terminology or complete course within 6 months or employment.

• Experience

  • Knowledge of job content and requirements as acquired by on-the-job training and knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures as acquired through 4-week orientation and preceptorship.

• Physical

  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to fumes and odors. Close eye work; hearing of normal and soft tones; distinguish smells; distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting up to 50lbs. Carrying up to 40lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 250lbs.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the transcription of physicians’ orders under the supervision of the licensed nurse, performance of clerical and non-nursing duties, and acts as information coordinator for a nursing unit. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call back as required by the hospital.