Radiology- Medical Transcriptionist

An opportunity exists to fill the position of Radiology- Medical Transcriptionist within our Radiology Department. Suitably qualified internal candidates are invited to express interest by the deadline date listed below.

A.    OBJECTIVE AND RELATIONSHIP

• Draft, review, and edit all radiology reports under the guidance of the Radiology Consultant/Manager.
• Interpret medical terminology and abbreviations in preparing patients’ medical histories, reports and other documents.
• Undertake secretarial work.
• Collate data into required reports.
• Direct reporting as per the approved organisational structure

B.     MAIN DUTIES AND TASKS

• Take dictation from the Radiologist for preparation of all radiology reports, notes, and policy papers.
• Translate dictation of radiology reports into written format for distribution.
• Return dictated reports in printed or electronic form for physicians’ review, signature, and corrections, if any, for inclusion in patients’ medical records.
• Perform medical transcription for multiple radiology physicians.
• Facilitate radiologist and department staff in the conversion of in-patient and out-patient radiology readings.
• Transcribe medical reports for the Radiology and Emergency departments and perform related clerical duties.
• Produce accurate radiology reports as dictated by Radiologists within the specified time frame.
• Review and edit transcribed reports or dictated material for spelling, grammar, clarity, consistency, and proper medical terminology.
• Transcribe imaging reports for radiology department and complete transfer of medical records to the system.
• Create reports and upload radiology images for physician collaboration and communications.
• Perform administrative data entry functions as directed by the Radiology Manager.
• Help receptionists in scheduling appointments for the Radiology department.
• Prepare quality medical record documents for the Radiology department.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Radiology Manager.
• Assist in the compilation of the statistics monthly
• Assist in the typing of the monthly reports
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Readiness to work in shifts.

• Demonstrated ability to type proficiently, organise work, communicate effectively and maintain good interpersonal relationships with co-workers and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including English usage, grammar, punctuation and style.
• Ability to use designated reference materials.
• Ability to operate designated word processing, dictation and transcription equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and prioritise.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain good interpersonal relationships with co- workers.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experienced in the use of computers.
• Ability to type at a minimum speed of 60 w.p.m.

E.     SALARY

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

If submitting via email, please indicate the title of the position which you are applying for in the SUBJECT LINE. Interested persons are invited to submit a letter of application, Curriculum Vitae, along with certified copies of documents of qualifications, plus two (2) recent references via email careers@mhmc.lc and addressed to:

Human Resources Consultant
Millennium Heights Medical Complex
Millennium Highway
Castries, St. Lucia

The deadline to send applications is November 29, 2024.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.