Transcriptionist / Pathology / Teamsters JH

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW Transcribes dictation by pathologists and histology staff regarding the gross and microscopic descriptions and diagnoses of anatomic pathology specimens. Also functions in a clerical capacity by answering phones, faxing, filing, and other miscellaneous duties. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Transcribe medical dictation and clinical information. Utilize word processing, dictation and transcription equipment as directed. Utilize the laboratory information system and hospital information system. Utilize Microsoft Office products to complete miscellaneous clerical tasks which include memos, procedures, spreadsheets, etc. Answer and screen phone calls. Prepare packets for slide send outs and documents slide returns. Prepare surgical pathology cases for review by visiting house physicians. Print demographic sheets for billing purposes and send outs. Complete all manual departmental filing, retrieves reports from microfiche and pathology archives. Distribute final anatomic pathology reports by fax, mail or hand delivery to patient charts (floors), doctors, or appropriate location. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Associate’s degree in medical transcription, medical assistant, or medical secretary OR high school diploma with equivalent job-related work experience of 2-3 years in medical transcription (preferably pathology) is required. Prior job-related work experience of 2-3 years in medical transcription (preferably pathology) is required. Ability to type and transcribe 65 wpm with high level of accuracy required. MS Word skills required. Preferred CMT certification preferred, not required. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. EEO is The Law Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at [email protected] California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions. Apply Job!