UIC/PCT - 2 EAST

St. Bernards Medical Group; Jonesboro (AR); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Medical Group in Jonesboro, AR seeks a transcriptionist to convert physicians’ orders into accurate nursing documentation under supervision, performing clerical tasks and serving as an information hub for a busy unit.

This role requires attention to detail, familiarity with medical terminology, and ability to work overtime or be on call as needed.

Candidates must complete high school or equivalent and undergo orientation and preceptorship to begin.

Qualifications

• Education must include proficiency in medical terminology or completion of a related course within 6 months.
• On-the-job orientation and preceptorship provide job readiness.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physicians' orders under licensed nurse supervision.
• Perform clerical and non-nursing duties as assigned.
• Act as information coordinator for a nursing unit.

Skills

Medical terminology

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology proficiency or course within 6 months

On-the-job orientation and preceptorship

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education Required
  • 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
  • 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.
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

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.