Minimum Requirements

International candidate not currently working in Qatar.

Essential Education Fulltime studies:

• Diploma in healthcare related field or
• Associates Degree in healthcare related field or
• Grade 12 certificate + Medical Transcriptionist course certificate.

Minimum experience:

2+ years experience practicing as a Medical Transcriptionist.

License to practice: NOT applicable for this post.

Specification

This role is responsible for providing accurate, updated, complete and reliable medical documentation to ensure quality patient care and facilitate delivery of health care services. The Medical Transcriptionist is responsible for transcribing clinical information into a printed format, the record of a patient’s medical history, assessment, diagnosis, etc according to the report completed by the Physician. The Medical Transcriptionist facilitates the flow of information between one health care professional to the next, providing high-quality patient health care reports by identifying any inconsistencies or inaccuracies in them.

Accountabilities:

1. Interprets and transcribes and types reports in the prescribed format in a timely manner

2. Transcribing and comprehending medical terminology in technical reports, including grammatical terms, punctuations, with a specified time period

3. Identify inconsistences, missing information or errors in the medical reports that can compromise patient care and coordinate with physicians for corrections

4. Proof read and edit reports making sure that the transcription is accurate, updated and complete.

5. Review and edit medical reports prepared by health care professionals or other documents prepared using speech recognition technology

6. Submit medical reports to physicians for approval

7. Follow patient confidentiality guidelines and legal requirements

8. Log and maintain record of medical reports transcribed

9. Translate medical jargon and abbreviations into proper form.

10. Identify and use appropriate medical and transcription reference resources as needed

11. Ensure accurate documentation of patient diagnosis, treatment and condition

12. Preparing and submitting activity/performance report monthly

13. Update resource materials regularly

14. Monitor and maintain equipment used for transcription

15. Verify accuracy of the dictator in identifying the patient by name, hospital number, location in hospital and any other pertinent information regarding the patient and is responsible for entering this information on prescribed form

16. Notify supervisor of problems with equipment, dictation or handwritten reports.

17. Complies with policies and procedures, and in particular infection control, safety and quality management.

18. Cover other Transcriptionists in different areas in the Department, in Secretary’s position and Supervisor’s post in their absence or vacations.

19. Perform other duties as assigned

About the Employer

Qatar's leading Public Healthcare Provider. Global Medical Recruiting has been in recruitment partnership with the Qatar public healthcare provider since 2007, we can assure you that this medical group is a highly reputable company to work for.  If you are a overseas medical professional interested in Qatar contract jobs, this is an exciting career step to consider. Over the years we have always received positive feedback from our candidates placed at this employer. Upon successful placement you will be joining a diverse and exciting organization where over 90 different nationalities work together with a single purpose of delivering compassionate care to all its patients. You will be welcomed in a atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork. As this organization is committed to developing of employees through training, educating and career advancement opportunities, you will always have opportunity to grow and learn. Its the healthcare provider to over 2 million expats and Qatari nationals living and working in Qatar, it manages 12 hospitals as well as Qatar's National Ambulance Service and Qatar's Home Healthcare Services.  Known as the main leading premier public healthcare provider for the State of Qatar as well as one of the leading healthcare providers in the Middle East. In 2016, the Medical Group achieved the significant distinction of becoming the first healthcare system across the globe to have all its hospitals accredited by JCI under the Academic Medical Center accreditation program.  A leader in the development of the regions first academic health system, combining excellent clinical care with education and innovative research. The location: Doha Qatar Qatar is home to many expats who relocated here for work and those drawn to its life of luxury, this is most evident in the capital city Doha. Doha is located on the coast of the Persian Gulf in the east of Qatar. Doha has awesome attractions. You will be able to experience adventure, buzzing nightlife, culture or relaxation. Qatar does not only offer the most amazing desert landscapes but also stunning beautiful beaches to enjoy.