La Crosse, WI on October 15, 2003 at 19:12:52:        

Medical Transcriptionist
Transcription Services
Full-time
PMs
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
The Medical Transcriptionist interprets and transcribes dictation of physicians and other health care professionals regarding patient assessment, workup, therapeutic procedures, clinical course, diagnosis, prognosis, etc., editing dictated material for grammar and clarity as necessary and appropriate. The medical transcriptionist updates problem/medication/allergy lists to document patient care and facilitate delivery of health care services. Confidentiality of all information is maintained at all times.

Education/Learning Experience:
- Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Desired: Diploma or Associate’s Degree from an approved medical secretarial program.

Work Experience:
- Required: If no diploma or Associate’s Degree from an approved medical secretarial program, comparable work experience as a medical transcriptionist.
- Desired: Two years work experience as a medical transcriptionist.

Skills/Knowledge:
- Required: Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, radiology, pathology, and diagnostic tests, knowledge of medical transcription practices, written and oral communication skills, ability to understand diverse accents and dialects and varying dictation styles, ability to use designated reference materials, computer competency in word processing software applications, dictation and transcription equipment, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, ability to work under pressure with time constraints, good listening skills, good telephone skills, ability to keyboard for long periods of time.
Contact Information
Human Resources/KA
1910 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
Tel: 608-775-4743
Fax: 608-775-5594