1. Nine years’ experience as a Medical Transcriptionist/QA/TL (nearly 5 years’ with Escription).
2. Great typing skills of not less than 70 wpm.
3. Deep knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and the various medical specialties as required in areas of responsibility.
4. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to perform the essential functions of the position (including but not limited to English usage, grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure).
5. Ability to work and communicate in a positive and cooperative manner with management, supervisory staff and co-workers.
6. Ability to understand diverse accents and dialects and varying dictation styles.
7. Thorough knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices and ability to use designated reference materials.
8. Strong ability to operate designated word processing (e.g., PC, word processing and other softwares), dictation, transcription equipment, and other equipment as specified.
9. Capability to do minimum 1000 lines per day with 99 to 100% accuracy, especially with Operative Reports and also with History and Physical, Progress Notes, Consultation Reports, Electroencephalogram Reports, Cardiology Reports, Cardiac Catheterization Reports, Discharge Summaries, etc.