Medical Transcriptionist - Wilcox Medical Center

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications

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At Clinical Labs of Hawaii, our mission is to advance the health and well-being of our communities as a leader in clinical and pathology laboratory solutions.

• This opportunity is: Location: Lihue, HI
• Days: Monday - Friday, with Saturday rotation
• Hours: Day shift, Full-Time
• Base hourly pay: $23.07 to $25.38 - based on experience

In this role, you will

Under the general supervision of a Pathologist and other supervision, and in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and guidelines, this position:

• Transcribes reports for all Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii and Pan Pacific Pathologists-affiliated facilities, including outpatient reports
• Provides support to Pathologists, Histology/Cytology departments, and Pathologists Assistants
• Accessions pathology cases as necessary into the pathology lab information system
• Performs requisition checks to ensure the accuracy of specimen accessioning entries
• Assists in coding PPPL pathology specimens (ICD-10 and CPT codes)
• Answers calls from hospital staff and clients (internal and external)
• Conducts phone and email communication with clients, hospital pathology groups, referral labs, and other customers (internal and external)
• Prepares and sends out slides/blocks for consultation
• Ensures that all reports are completed, printed, and distributed in a timely fashion
• Prioritizes and organizes dictation from various hospitals
• Maintains and operates department slide scanning system (at applicable pathology sites)
• Builds and receives specimens using the lab's internal specimen tracking system
• Scans and attaches reports received from outside institutions to patient's file
• Maintains open communication with supervisor, pathologists, and co-workers to ensure optimal operation of the department
• Practices strict adherence to standard operating procedures
• Develops a high level of proficiency and continues to update knowledge through on-the-job training
• Adheres to confidentiality, safety, compliance, and legal requirements
• Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance
• Maintains company requirements for regular (monthly, quarterly, or annual) safety, compliance, and work-related training
• Performs all other duties as assigned

All you need is

• High school degree or GED required
• Medical terminology and computer data entry experience required
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding required
• Medical transcription courses/previous experience highly desirable
• Minimum one (1) year previous experience in pathology laboratory preferred
• Computer literate with an ability to type at least 75 wpm
• For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background check, health clearance and hospital compliance training

We'll give you

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you've helped people
• Opportunity to grow in your profession
• Free lab services for you and your dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement with a 401(k) plus a company match
• A sense of belonging - we're an O'hana!

We also want you to know

• This role will provide routine access to protected health information (PHI).
• Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards, maintain strict confidentiality, and abide by all applicable privacy and security standards.
• They are expected only to access PHI when required to fulfill job duties.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift

Job Category: Laboratory Operations