Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Science and Hospital (JIMS Hospital)
Vacancy Details
- Job ID
- 100359078
- Hospital
- Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Science and Hospital (JIMS Hospital)
- Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal, India
- Experience
- 1- 3 Years
- Vacancies
- 1
- Verified on
- 2026-10-24
- Closing date
- January 24, 2027
Urgently Required: Medical Transcriptionists (MT)
Hospital: Jagannath Gupta Institute of Medical Science and Hospital (JIMS Hospital)
Location: Kolkata
Experience: 1- 3 Years
Number of Vacancies: 1
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Job Description
- Transcriptionists in the healthcare industry are responsible for converting voice-recorded reports as dictated by physicians or other healthcare professionals into text format.
- They play a crucial role in documenting patient care and ensuring that records are accurate, timely, and accessible.
Key Responsibilities
- Listen to voice recordings that physicians and other healthcare workers make and convert them into written reports.
- Review and edit medical documents created using speech recognition technology.
- Interpret and transcribe terminology and abbreviations in preparing patients’ medical histories, discharge summaries, and other documents.
- Comply with healthcare privacy laws and standards when handling patient information.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure that transcripts are accurate and complete.
- Maintain detailed and organized records to ensure documentation is readily available for healthcare providers and compliant with regulatory standards.
- Update electronic health records (EHR) systems with transcribed data.
Education Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary training in medical transcription is highly beneficial.
- Certification as a healthcare documentation specialist or medical transcriptionist is preferred.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
- Excellent listening skills and the ability to interpret and transcribe information accurately.
- Strong typing skills and proficiency in word processing and EHR software.
- Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
Key Attributes
- Strong command of the English language, including grammar and composition.
- Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
- Good communication skills for interacting with healthcare professionals to clarify information.
- Flexibility to handle fluctuations in workload and changes in job requirements.
- Continuous learning to keep up with medical terminology and advances in healthcare practices.
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Kolkata Job ID: 100359078
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