Medical Transcriptionist - Hawaii State Hospital - Kaneohe, Oahu

Recruitment Information

Recruitment Number: 25-0032

Salary: $3,748 to $4,742 per month (SR-12, Step C to I).

Transcribe and type a variety of medical reports including medical histories, discharge summaries, consultations, operative and radiologic reports dictated by physicians; verify questionable and unfamiliar terms; abstract information from patient records; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified.

The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State to be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

• A high school diploma, with satisfactory completion of courses demonstrating knowledge of English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Experience requiring the ability to read, comprehend and apply written directions and a high degree of verbal skill (continuous basis; not necessarily full time).

One year of progressively responsible work experience which involved the operation of a typewriter (or word processor) at the rate of 55 net words per minute in performing a variety of standard clerical work such as typing of correspondence, reports and other material. Such work must have demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation; common office appliances and equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions;

carry out procedures in clerical work systems; speak and write simply and directly; observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately; and operate various kinds of office equipment.

One year of progressively responsible work experience in transcribing (from direct dictation, tapes or similar recording system) and typing (by typewriter or word processor) medical reports, progress notes, case summaries, or correspondence involving medical terminology. Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of medical terms and the ability to use standard medical references to verify questionable terms.

Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call  for assistance.