This is a contract job opportunity Position: Medical Transcriptionist 0779 Location: Baltimore MD Schedule:8:30am-5pm Mon-Fri Projected duration: 3 months Job code:CVDJP00030779   Benefits are available   Requires an experienced medical transcriptionist with 2 to 4 years of experience     Job Responsibilities: Transcribe/Dictate grossing and microscopic descriptions of surgical pathology cases comprised of moderately difficult medical terminology.   Accurate and timely data entry of dictated and/or handwritten pathology cases into the laboratory information system   Provides complete and accurate resolution to all user inquiries or redirects inquirer to the appropriate resource(s) in a timely manner Identifies problems, determines and provides/implements appropriate corrective action/accurate solutions   Researches, troubleshoots and follows up to ensure all inquiries/problems are resolved in a timely manner Transcribe medical reports, summaries, office visit notes and other medical documents from recorded messages from health care providers   Provide online copies of transcribed documents to physicians or other providers for review and signature, making corrections or changes as noted   Familiarity with proper grammar, spelling and sentence structure as well as medical jargon and abbreviations for accuracy Maintain patient records   Work with transcription and dictation equipment that can include speech recognition equipment, word processing, and computer software   Maintain strict adherence to patient confidentiality according to provider standards and government regulations   Review transcription documents for quality assurance and precision to spot and correct any errors that could impact patient care and medical liability   Create templates and enter data into electronic health record (EHR) systems for updated record keeping and archives   Requirements:   Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent Previous Pathology transcription experienced a plus Experience with transcriptionist software is preferred Excellent data entry and typing skills Strong communication skills; both written and verbal High level of attention to details Proficient in Microsoft Office