Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Medical Laboratory Transcriptionist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately transcribing a variety of medical reports dictated by pathologists, including surgical, consultation, and autopsy reports. You will ensure timely completion and distribution of transcribed documents while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.



This position requires strong prioritization skills, familiarity with medical terminology, and the ability to communicate effectively with medical staff to clarify or complete documentation. Additional administrative and clerical support tasks will form part of your daily responsibilities to ensure smooth workflow in the department.

ROLE

Transcribe dictated reports including surgical tissue reports, consultations, addendums, provisional autopsy, final autopsy and any stat consultations as requested by the pathologist Organize and schedule workflow to ensure turnaround times are met; determine priority of work Separate and distribute transcribed Pathology and Cytology reports to physicians Provide administrative support to the Lab Manager, Charge/Senior Technologists and Pathologist Perform day-to-day administrative functions and general office duties including, but not limited to, word processing, copying, filing, faxing, scanning and answering the telephone Prepare submissions of autopsy specimens for the Centre of Forensic Sciences and submit Final Autopsy and Invoices to Regional Coroner, Centre of Forensic Sciences, local Coroner, Crown Attorney and Pathologist Perform audits of laboratory processes as requested Participate in scheduling and coordinating sick relief coverage

QUALIFICATIONS

Medical Terminology Course Medical Transcription experience (minimum one year) Exceptional word processing skills including accuracy in spelling and keyboarding (50 wpm), including Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets Significant recent clerical experience including excellent organization skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Have a pleasant personality to converse with internal and external clients Ability to exercise good judgement, take initiative and work independently

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate in Medical Office Administration course or equivalent experience

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC

Staff referral program $1000 (For each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC) Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location:

South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Hours of Work:

Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

Recruitment Process

By submitting your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date.

Please Note:

Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.


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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital's Occupational Health and Safety department Legal entitlement to work in Canada Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

Our organization:

MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

Accommodation

will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled.

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