POSITION SUMMARY

Medical language specialist who transcribes and interprets dictation by physicians and other healthcare providers in order to document patient care.  The position is also routinely involved in research of questions and in the education of others involved with patient care documentation. 

NATURE OF WORK

An incumbent in this position is given assignments that require a seasoned depth of knowledge in a medical specialty or specialties.  The incumbent is regularly given assignments that vary in report/correspondence type, originator, and specialty.  Incumbents at this level are able to resolve non-routine problems independently, or to assist in resolving complex or highly unusual problems. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Seasoned knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, signs and symptoms, medications, and laboratory values.  Knowledge of specialty or specialties as appropriate.
   
2. Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices. 
   
3. Excellent skills in English usage, grammar, punctuation, style, and editing.
   
4. Ability to use an extensive array of professional reference materials.
   
5. Ability to operate Word processing, transcription equipment, and other equipment as specified, and to troubleshoot as necessary.
   
6. Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
   
7. Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
   
8. Ability to concentrate.
   
9. Excellent listening skills.
   
10. Excellent eye, hand, and auditory coordination.
    
11. Proven business skills (e.g. scheduling work, purchasing, client relations, and billing).
    
12. Ability to understand and apply relevant legal concepts (e.g., confidentiality).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primarily sedentary work, with continuous use of earphones, keyboard, foot control, and video display terminal.