Medical Transcriptionist I

Company: Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Location: Tucson
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Medical Transcriptionist I - Tucson,AZ - Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pmResponsible for transcribing specialty dictation from all members of the medical/clinical staff via recorded dictation and sorts/files copies of transcribed reports. Performs other clerical duties as required.

• Primarily responsible for transcribing gross description and may transcribe microscopic diagnosis and other clinical information into LIS
• Make corrections/edits to reports, as per Pathologist instructions
• Provide verbally, STAT and malignant results to clients, as applicable
• Obtain patient clinical history, as applicable
• May participate in the training of new staff members
• Prepare outside consultation cases for send-out to the client, as applicable
• Maintain Send-out/Consultation log, as applicable
• May select pathologist QC cases (PASR)
• May assign CPT codes, once required training is completed and documented
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct problem or immediately notify general supervisor, technical supervisor or director
• Understand and follow all applicable standard operating procedures for job-related responsibilities, to include Pathologist Electronic Signature Guidelines SOP
• All other duties as assigned
  QUALIFICATIONS Required WorkExperience:N/APreferred Work Experience:0-3 years transcription experiencePhysical and Mental Requirements:
  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
  • Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
  • Frequent walking and/or standing.Knowledge:Knowledge of Medical TerminologySkills:
    • Strong Data Entry skills
    • Good clerical, organizational, phone and communication skillsEDUCATION High School Diploma or Equivalent(Required)LICENSECERTIFICATIONS2023-36694

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