[Hiring] Medical Transcriptionist /Editor @MIC Medical Imaging

Role Description

As a Medical Transcriptionist/Editor, you will accurately transcribe/edit medical reports and documentation from audio recordings made by radiologists. This role ensures all patient records are clear, complete, and compliant with confidentiality and healthcare regulations. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of medical terminology are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Edit and analyze medical documents such as diagnostic imaging reports
  • Transcribe medical dictation from Radiologists
  • Recognize, interpret, and evaluate inconsistencies, discrepancies, and inaccuracies in medical dictation, and clarify inconsistencies
  • Flag reports requiring attention to Radiologists as needed
  • Carry out assigned workload, maintaining turnaround times as set by MIC
  • Formats reports according to established guidelines
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the medical and legal implications and responsibilities related to the transcription of patient reports
  • Daily radiologist QA as assigned

Qualifications

  • Medical Transcription diploma/certificate
  • Medical transcription experience is an asset
  • Computer and software skills
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathology relevant to diagnostic imaging
  • Transcription Software & EHR/EMR systems used in clinics
  • Fast and accurate typing skills (60+ WPM) with excellent listening and comprehension abilities
  • Time Management: capable of handling high-volume and urgent report turnaround
  • Communication skills: ability to collaborate with radiologists and clinic staff
  • Confidentiality

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible work commitments to accommodate life changes (i.e. full time, part time, casual)
  • Comprehensive health and dental coverage
  • Vacation allocated on years of services
  • Employer-sponsored pension program (RPP)
  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • Supports to improve the physical and mental health of our employees
  • Vacation Purchase-Sell Program: provide increased flexibility and support the changing lifestyle needs of our employees
  • Recognition events including an annual staff holiday party, site celebrations, and social events for staff and their families

Company Description

MIC Medical Imaging is Canada’s largest radiology partnership, with more than 100 radiologist physicians and over 500 technologists and support staff. MIC serves the greater Edmonton area, offering a wide range of diagnostic imaging services, including x-ray, ultrasound, MRI, CT, and more.

  • Expert and trusted partner to Edmonton and surrounding area
  • Radiologists play an essential role in 17 Edmonton area hospitals and community health centres
  • 15 community-based clinics in Edmonton, St. Albert, Ft. Saskatchewan and Sherwood Park
  • Largest group of sub-specialized radiologists in the province
  • Unique work environments and state-of-the-art equipment
  • Learning and development training, career advancement opportunities
  • Commitment to supporting local organizations such as the United Way, Mercy Ships
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