Cardiology Transcription Jobs

There are hundreds if not thousands of cardiology transcription jobs available online. In order to find these positions, the best course of action would be to join a forum. This is most beneficial since everyone there is interesting in finding jobs in the medical field and can answer your questions regarding any concerns you may have.

If you have not transcribed cardiology reports before, you may wish to check out Stedman’s Medical Transcription Skill Builders book that also comes with a CD. It includes:

· “Thorough coverage of the terminology encountered in cardiology transcription, complete with easy-to-understand definitions and descriptive illustrations. Topic areas include cardiac and vascular anatomy, cardiac conduction and rhythm, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and more. Terms are cross-referenced with sample cardiology reports to reinforce the learning process by showing terms in context.

· Nearly 3 hours of audio dictation files encompassing a variety of cardiology topics, many different dictators, and multiple accents and dictating styles, each intended to challenge and build transcription skills. Corresponding answer keys identify common errors and provide immediate remediation.

· Fifty proofreading and editing exercises to help build the quality assurance skills needed when working with hospitals and clinics. Answer keys contain targeted feedback and reference the appropriate source for grammar, style, and usage rules.

· Appendix sections covering slang terms commonly encountered in cardiology, useful web sites, report and term indices, and additional grammar and style tools.

The accompanying CD also includes:

· Audio pronunciation glossary of cardiology terms

· Matching, fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, figure labeling, and spelling bee exercises

· Crossword puzzles

· Audio dictation files

· Electronic answer keys”

To give you an idea of some of the cardiology transcription jobs available, here are a few that have been posted online:

Required Experience: Ability to read and write at 12th grade level. Must demonstrate accurate cardiology transcription and typing skills at 60 WPM, plus completion of medical terminology course. Ability to transcribe via the Lanier System. Must be well-organized and have excellent customer service skills including: written and verbal communication, multi-tasking, and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills conducive to busy out-patient services department. Must pass competency test demonstrating intermediate use of Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook. Must also pass typing test and transcription test as well. Educational requirements: graduate of Medical Assistant/Secretary Program is preferred.

Here is another job posting for cardiology transcriptionist:

Minimum Education: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.

Minimum Experience: 3+ yrs exp in acute care hosp transcribing history, physical exam reports, consultations, etc.

Skills: Thorough knowledge of med terminology, anatomy/physiology, surgery, diagnostic tests, etc. Ability to operate designated word processing, dictation, and transcription equipment. Excellent written/oral communication skills, including English usage, grammar, punctuation, and style. Knowledge of medical transcription guidelines and practices.

Preferred Experience: Previous exp transcribing radiology, cardiology, respiratory, rehab, radiation oncology reports.