About the role
POSITION TITLE:
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST
CLOSING DATE: November 2, 2026
LOCATIONS:
King Edward Main Lab
100-830 King Edward Street
CLASSIFICATION:
Casual
DEPARTMENT:
Histology
COMPENSATION:
Non-union
WORKING SCHEDULE:
Monday to Saturday
Responsibilities:
- Preparing consultation reports for Pathologists and maintaining records of incoming and outgoing reports - Maintaining metrics such as turn-around-time audits, monthly report totals, report tracking time audits and other specialized reports - Administrative duties such as updating manuals, policies and procedures and preparing business documents such as minutes, memos, letters and labels - Assisting the Pathologists and department head with special projects and surgical pathology QA program work - Other duties as required
SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge
- Completion of a Medical Office Administration training program with previous experience in medical terminology and transcription - Demonstrated ability to data enter 40 WPM with 80% accuracy - Advanced ability to proof-read, identify and correct errors
Social Processing Skills
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment & take instruction from senior staff/ supervisor/ manager. - Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a team environment is essential. - Attention to detail is essential. - Organizational skills are essential. - Excellent communication skills. - Experience in word processing preferred. - Ability to work independently and within a group environment & be reliable/accountable for duties assigned.
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