Medical Language Specialist

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking dedicated Medical Language Specialists (MLS) to join our team. As MLS, you will demonstrate your passion for detail and accuracy. This position requires transcribing audio content to text. Your duties will include transcribing audio files from doctors, nurses and other health care providers to create written documents. This position may also help with entering medical reports into our electronic healthcare record system as needed. RESPONSIBILITIES Transcribe notes and records of physician's patient visits in addition to incoming and outgoing correspondence. Understanding client specifications and noting any formatting or notation requests prior to completing the transcription. Completing transcriptions in a timely manner and reviewing drafts for any spelling, grammar, or formatting errors, as well as other inconsistencies. Adhering to all confidential guidelines and respecting sensitive information. Submitting completed drafts to clients and correcting any errors as per their feedback. Keeping typing skills sharp by completing regular typing drills. REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS A minimum of 5 years of experience as Medical Language Specialist (MLS). This is a full-time, office-based position at our Chennai office. Fluency in English with proficiency in grammar, abbreviations, and punctuation. Working knowledge of commonly used medical terminology. Working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work in a team environment. Committed to customer satisfaction by meeting agreed-upon TAT and quality expectations. Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, meets attendance/punctuality requirements. Understands duties and responsibilities, has necessary technical skills, understands company mission/values. Is attentive to detail and accuracy, is committed to excellence, looks for improvements continuously, monitors quality levels, finds root cause of quality problems, acts on quality problems. Monitors own work for quality. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments. Treats people with respect; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.