Medical Transcriptionist: Full-time Term (In clinic -not remote)

Position: Medical Transcriptionist Full-Time In Clinic NOT REMOTE

Status: Full-time, Maternity Leave Term 1-year

Hours of Work: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday - Friday

Reports to: Operations Supervisor

Union: MGEU

Position Summary:

Medical transcriptionists transcribe and edit dictation by various multi-specialty Physicians and other health care providers for surgical proceedings, health-related reports and other medical documentation.

Qualifications and Skills

Typing speed 60+ WPM Required Typing test conducted during interview

Experience with Accuro/EMR and Word preferred

Experience in specific Transcription software (Winscribe or equivalent) preferred

Strong English grammar and comprehension

Computer literacy with strong MS Word skills

Experience using specialty specific Medical Terminology

Primary Responsibilities:

Performs medical transcription duties (e.g., client histories, physicals, operative reports, chart notes)

Perform other transcription duties (e.g., letters, memos, administrative reports, follow-up and appointment letters)

Research terminology to ensure accuracy

Proofread work for typographical and grammatical errors

Edit transcripts for missing or incorrect content and formatting

Holding all third-party (patient) information in the strictest confidentiality

Physical Requirements:

Physical health to meet the requirements of the position

Periods of prolonged use of computer monitor, keyboard, headphones/earphones, foot pedal

Long periods of sitting

Assets

Experience in a high-volume multi-specialty office environment

We thank all applicants; however only those candidates who meet the qualifications will be selected for an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $22.36-$26.03 per hour

Benefits

  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
Application question(s):
  • Are you legally authorized to work in Canada?
  • Are you currently located in Winnipeg, MB?
  • How many words per minute can you type?
Experience:
  • Medical Transcription from Dictation: 1 year (required)
  • Medical Terminology: 1 year (required)
  • Accuro: 1 year (required)
Language:
  • English (required)
Work Location: In person
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