Entry level medical transcriptionist Jobs in Waterbury, CT

Job Summary

At Bristol Hospital and Health Care, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Hospital and Health Care your choice.

Provides a wide variety of medical transcription services to the Pathology staff in order to expedite patient care services being provided as well as general record completion requirements. Responsible for producing accurate reports that meet quality standards as well as quantity standards.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities :

Transcription functions

• Transcribes, from physician's notes / dictation, a wide variety of medical and related information pertaining to all aspects of inpatient and outpatient services provided at the hospital.
• Utilizes in-depth knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology to assure complete and accurate documentation and transcription of all health care services provided.
• As required, confers with pathologist to clarify any unclear terminology or other questionable information that has been dictated.

Performs General Clerical Functions

Qualifications

Educational / Minimum Requirements :

Minimum High School diploma. For specifics see levels program for educational requirements. Courses in A & P / Medical Terminology. Previous hospital Medical Record Department medical transcription experience preferred.

State / Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements :

None

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements :

General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.

Special Requirements :

Excellent written and oral communication skills. Typing speed of 55 wpm. Passing / acceptable medical typist test. Ability to operate designated work processing, dictation, transcription and other equipment.

Physical Requirements :

Ability to endure long periods of sitting and use of a video display terminal. Excellent listening skills and excellent hearing.

Work Environment :

Normal office conditions.with minimal interruptions.

Cognitive Requirements :

Proper use of English grammar and punctuality. Ability to interpret various physicians dictations to produce high quality medical reports as required.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Our Benefits

Our employees play an important role in helping Bristol Hospital and Health Care Group deliver quality care every day in the community, and as such, we are committed to offering them a comprehensive, cost-effective benefits package that meets their needs.

We recognize the importance of total well-being. Not only do we want our patients to live their best lives, but we also want our employees and their families to have the resources they need to thrive. When you work here, you can feel confident in knowing that you’re making a difference in a place that supports you personally and professionally.

Some of the benefit plans are provided at no cost to you, for others you pay some (or all) of the cost at attractive group rates through payroll deduction. Bristol is pleased to offer employees access to these important elements through our benefits package :

Health & Wellness

Wellness

Income Protection

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Pet Insurance

Cancer

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Financial Plan

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