In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Coordinator or designate, utilizing a variety of computerized applications including a voice recognition software program, such as Powerscribe 360 (PS360), the Medical Imaging Transcription Editor is responsible for the timely and accurate transcription of Radiologist reports for a variety of diagnostic modalities including Radiology, Fluoroscopy, Breast Imaging, Ultrasound, Computed Tomography, Nuclear Medicine, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Angiography and Echocardiograms; performs general clerical duties as required.
Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in medical transcription, familiarity with Medical Imaging Systems (RIS, PACS, Radnet) and demonstrated knowledge of voice activated software, such as Powerscribe 360, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
