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, HIDays:
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 wpmFor 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 workA 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 matchA sense of belonging – we’re an O'hana!

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