UIC - SICU

Recruiting.com LLC; Jonesboro (AR); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards is seeking a transcriptionist to accurately transcribe physicians’ orders under licensed nurse supervision. The role includes clerical and non-nursing tasks, with responsibility as the information coordinator for the nursing unit.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and familiarity with medical terminology, or complete a related course within six months. This position is in a hospital setting and may require overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in medical terminology or completion of a medical terminology course within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe physicians’ orders under licensed nurse supervision.
• Perform clerical and non-nursing duties as assigned.
• Serve as information coordinator for the nursing unit.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology training

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 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.