Medical Examiner's Records Technician

Position Information

Knowledgeable about medical terminology? Have you experience with medical transcription? Join the team in this vital role as the Medical Examiner’s Records Technician! The Department of the Medical Examiner (MED) is seeking to fill a vacant Records Technician I position in Honolulu. Working under the general supervision of the Records Technician II, this position performs accurate transcription of postmortem examination reports, which requires a thorough knowledge of medical, anatomical, pathological, microscopic, microbiological, and toxicological terminology.

• Create and transcribe postmortem examination reports.
• Review drafts and prepare final reports for signature.
• Distribute postmortem examination and investigation reports upon completion.
• Safely store and maintain reports in the case management system.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Performance of the above duties requires on-site work where remote work may not be possible.

Actual salary will be commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

Five years of clerical or stenographic experience, two of which shall have involved medical transcription, recordkeeping, and data compilation work.

Business school or college level credits from an accredited college or university will substitute for up to two years of the required three years of general clerical experience on a month-for-month basis. There is NO substitution for the required two years of medical transcription, recordkeeping, and data compilation work.

Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.

This class of work requires you to type at 40 or more net words per minute. Your proficiency may be evaluated by the appointing authority as part of the selection/interview process and/or during your probationary period. Failure to meet the proficiency requirement may result in removal from the eligible list and/or termination of appointment.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification.

As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.