Medical Transcriptionist
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a highly capable medical transcriptionist to transcribe voice recordings of medical consultations and medicals. In this role, you will be responsible for transcribing audio files, editing speech recognition transcripts, and formatting transcription reports. You may also be required to enter medical reports into electronic health record systems.
To ensure success, medical transcriptionists should demonstrate extensive experience in medical transcription and in-depth familiarity with medical terminology. Outstanding candidates exhibit advanced proficiency in transcribing with specialised equipment and are extremely detail-oriented.
Medical Transcriptionist Responsibilities:
- Listening to the recorded dictation of physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Using specialised transcription equipment such as headsets and foot pedals.
- Converting transcribed diagnostic test results, procedures, and consultation notes into applicable report formats.
- Ensuring uncompromised patient care by transcribing fast and accurately, as well as performing thorough editing.
- Typing out the full forms of medical abbreviations and acronyms, as well as the formal versions of medical jargon.
- Identifying and following up on inconsistencies, errors, and missing information within a transcribed report.
- Submitting transcripts to healthcare professionals for their approval in a timely manner.
- Protecting patient confidentiality and adhering to legal requirements.
Medical Transcriptionist Requirements:
- 2 years of experience as a medical transcriptionist, or similar.
- Proficiency in Electronic Health Record systems
- Ability to transcribe accurately and maintain a minimum typing speed of 65 words per minute.
- In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and jargon, as well as editing practice.
- Keen attention to detail in order not to compromise patient care.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and meet legal requirements.
- Exceptional written communication skills and knowledge of medical record formats.
- London based - flexibility to work from home, we would expect the successful candidate to be in the office 1 day in 4 days worked
- Monday and Fridays are the required days
- Overtime is a requirement when the other medical transcriptionist is on holidays
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Accounting & Tax
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Medical Transcriptionist roles across PwC's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Accounting & Tax.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £29,994 - £31,794 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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