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THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lab Transcriptionist interprets and transcribes the dictation into patient history, exam notes, operative reports, referral letters, discharge summaries, and other documents. Follows patient confidentiality guidelines and legal documentation requirements. Enters medical reports into electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Transcribes medical reports, summaries, and other medical documents from recorded messages from health care providers.
• Provides online copies of transcribed documents to physicians or other providers for review and signature, making corrections or changes as noted.
• Works with transcription equipment that can include speech recognition equipment, word processing, and computer software.
• Maintains strict adherence to patient confidentiality according to provider standards and government regulations.
• Reviews transcription documents for quality assurance and precision to spot and correct any errors that could impact patient care and medical liability.
• Creates templates and enters data into electronic health record (EHR) systems for updated record keeping and archives.
• Prepares pathology sendouts.
• Prepares slides and blocks for reference labs.
• Pulls overdue logs.
• Completes registration as needed.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• High School/GED (required)
• Associates-Medical Transcription (preferred)

Licensing

• CMT Certified Medical Transcriptionist (preferred)

Experience

• Previous experience in hospital or other health care setting (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com