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Health Document Support Associate Transcription

Kentwood, MI • On-site

Corewell Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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$16.75 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Transcription Supervisor, transcribes medical information dictated by physicians and other healthcare practitioners in order to facilitate patient care and delivery of healthcare services.
Essential Functions
  • Transcribes dictation and formats reports according to established guidelines. Verifies patient information for accuracy and completeness.
  • Recognizes and evaluates inconsistencies and discrepancies, and appropriately revises or clarifies without altering the meaning of the dictation or changing the dictator's style.
  • Maintains appropriate production and quality standards as defined by department policy and procedure.
  • Prints and distributes work per procedure according to locations where typed.
  • Operates and maintains transcription computer equipment, software, dictation equipment, photocopies, fax machine and Hospital Information System in an effective, skillful, efficient and safe manner.
  • Communicates and collaborates with other members of the team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. Communicates unusual circumstances with possible risk factors to the manager.

Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent

  • 1 year of experience typically gained through skills/knowledge/abilities One to two years medical transcription experience or educational equivalent in medical transcription program. Required

  • CRT- Certified Medical Transcript (CMT) -preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location
SITE - Care Center Breton - 4600 Breton Rd SE - Kentwood
Department Name
Contact Center Support Services - Corporate
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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