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Ghost Rx lists this Medical Transcriptionist - Laboratory Services opportunity in memphis, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical Transcriptionist - Laboratory ServicesGhostRx Inc., a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), is seeking one (1) Medical Transcriptionist to support Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Services at the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center in Memphis, Tennessee. You will produce accurate, timely pathology and laboratory reports that directly support the diagnosis and care of the Veterans who served our country.Qualification and Requirements:U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident (Green Card) status required to perform services under this federal contractAbility to read, write, and speak English well enough to communicate effectively with pathologists, laboratory staff, and the care team; basic computer literacy requiredHigh school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited medical transcription or healthcare documentation program preferredMinimum of 1 year of medical transcription experience within the preceding 3 years; pathology or laboratory transcription strongly preferredRegistered Healthcare Documentation Specialist (RHDS) or Certified Healthcare Documentation Specialist (CHDS) credential preferredStrong working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, pathology, histology, and laboratory terminologyTyping speed of 60+ WPM with a high degree of accuracy; proficiency with digital dictation, speech-recognition editing, and Microsoft OfficeExperience with VistA/CPRS or another laboratory/anatomic pathology information system preferredAbility to successfully complete a federal background investigation, fingerprinting, and VA credentialing package, including primary-source verification of education and certificationDocumented immunizations and TB screening; annual privacy, information security, and bloodborne pathogen training requiredWillingness to complete facility orientation and laboratory competency training before beginning the assigned scheduleResponsibilities:Transcribe and edit dictated surgical pathology, cytology, autopsy, and bone marrow reports, including gross descriptions, microscopic findings, and final diagnosesEnter and maintain report data in the VA anatomic pathology information system (VistA/CPRS) and route completed reports for pathologist review and electronic signatureVerify patient identifiers, accession numbers, and specimen information against requisitions, flagging discrepancies for resolution before releaseProcess addenda, amended reports, and corrections according to laboratory policy, maintaining a complete audit trailMonitor report turnaround times and prioritize STAT, frozen section, and time-sensitive casesSupport laboratory clerical functions including report distribution, filing, slide and block log maintenance, and record retrievalMaintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA, the Privacy Act, and VA information security policiesComply with CAP, CLIA, and Joint Commission documentation standards and all facility rules and proceduresGhostRX, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.If you are unable to apply due to a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting or dialing 711 (TTY). This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60?1.4(a), 41 CFR 60?300.5(a), and 41 CFR 60?741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Worksite address
memphis, TN, 38103, US
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