Medical Transcriptionist

A
Medical Transcriptionist
is responsible for listening to voice recordings made by doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals and converting them into accurate, written medical reports and documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Transcription of Medical Dictations
  : Listen to audio instruction of medical notes, consultations, discharge summaries, operative reports, etc., and type them into clear, accurate reports.
• Editing & Proofreading
  : Review and correct grammar, spelling, and medical terminology errors in the transcribed reports.
• Understanding Medical Terminology
  : Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments.
• Maintaining Confidentiality
  : Handle patient records with strict confidentiality as per healthcare data protection guidelines.
• Use of Technology
  : Work with transcription software, speech recognition tools, and electronic health records (EHR).
• Formatting Reports
  : Ensure documents meet hospital/clinic formatting and style requirements.
• Collaboration
  : Communicate with doctors or healthcare providers for clarification when needed.
• Timely Delivery
  : Produce error-free reports within strict deadlines.

Required Skills

• Strong listening skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Fast and accurate typing skills.
• Good grammar, punctuation, and editing ability.
• Knowledge of healthcare documentation standards.
• Familiarity with medical transcription software & EHR systems.
• Ability to work independently with high concentration.

Qualifications

Any Graduate

Specialized
Medical Transcription training/certification
is highly preferred.