What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Transcriptionist position at Care New England?
Primary Function
Responsible for transcription on computer system and distribution of surgical pathology reports.
Responsibilities
- Performs daily transcription of surgical pathology reports.
- Performs a wide variety of secretarial/clerical duties, which include heavy phone usage in a busy environment.
- Correlates patient histories/reference materials for Pathology and Cytology Departments.
- Procures and routes patient histological slides/reports for appropriate pathologist/hospital as requested for consultation.
- Compiles histological slides/reports for appropriate pathologist/hospital as requested for consultation.
- Serves as backup for data entry clerk, logging daily specimens on computer.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications and Specifications
Vocational/Technical and training and a minimum one years job-related experience or equivalent is required.
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutionsButler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Centerare trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nations top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
