Medical Transcriptionist
- Full-time
Company Description
Alpha Mead Group is a Total Real Estate Solutions Company established to provide robust business support services to local and international Real Estate investors or owners with interests in Facilities Management, Real Estate Development and Advisory, Security Systems and Technologies, Training, Healthcare Management and Real Estate Financing Services.
Job Description
- Transcribe medical reports, summaries, office visit notes, and other medical documents from recorded messages from healthcare providers
- Identify and follow up on inconsistencies, errors, and missing information within a transcribed report
- Provide online copies of transcribed documents to physicians or other providers for review and signature, making corrections or changes as noted
- Ensure proper grammar, spelling, and sentence structure as well as medical jargon and abbreviations for accuracy
- Receive patients, schedule appointments, and maintain patient records
- Work with transcription equipment that can include speech recognition equipment, word processing, and computer software
- Maintain strict adherence to patient confidentiality according to provider standards and government regulations
- Review transcription documents for quality assurance and precision to spot and correct any errors that could impact patient care and medical liability
- Create templates and enter data into electronic health record (EHR) systems for updated record-keeping and archives
Qualifications
- Degree in a medical-related field
- Minimum of two years of experience as a typist in a clinic or healthcare centre
- Ability to transcribe accurately and maintain a minimum typing speed of 65 - 90 words per minute.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with EHR, Microsoft Office, and speech recognition software
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and jargon, as well as editing practices
- Experience with specialized transcription equipment and voice recognition software, including WebChartMD and PhraseExpander.
- Superb listening and time management skills
- Keen attention to detail in order to not compromise patient care
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Ability to work and thrive in pressure situations
Additional Information
- The ability to explain technical terms in a clear and understandable way.
- Punctual and reliable disposition
- Good eyesight and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical, judgment, and decision-making skills.