Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist

unitypoint· Laboratory - General- Logan
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📍 Waterloo, IA, USOTHER

About this role

Overview

Medical Assistant III/Transcriptionist

UnityPoint Health – Allen Lab

Shift: Full-time; 4 AM – 1230 PM, 6 AM – 230 PM

Benefits Eligible 

 

The Medical Assistant III-Pathology Secretary/Transcriptionist is responsible for transcribing all surgical reports and autopsy reports from the Pathologists, assisting outpatients and clients, answering phones, computer order entry and registration, filing, specimen receiving, typing, faxing , copying and keeping the office space in lab and/or Pathology organized.    The Med III staff work under the direction of the Pathologists and Lab Management.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

  • Transcribes and types all Pathology surgical, autopsy and miscellaneous reports
  • Answers phone and provides customer service for pathology and/or main lab offices
  • Sends copies of reports to providers and clients
  • Orders and registers laboratory specimens
  • Reviews lab orders for accuracy
  • Maintains records of slides/blocks sent for consultation
  • Other clerical duties as assigned
  • Maintains schedules of frozen sections and notifies pathologists of scheduled cases
  • Packages and sends specimen blocks and slides for consultation
  • Reviews incoming specimens for order accuracy

Qualifications

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Courses or degree in medical assisting or medical transcription preferred

Licensure/Certification:

  • Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Experience:

  • 6-12 months experience medical secretary experience
  • Previous medical transcription preferred

Other:

  • Must be able to read, write and speak English
  • Must possess skilled computer basis and knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email and web browser

Frequently Asked Questions

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This Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist role at unitypoint is based in Waterloo, IA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist role at unitypoint full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist role in the Laboratory - General- Logan department at unitypoint.
Which team or department does the Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist at unitypoint belong to?
This Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist position is part of the Laboratory - General- Logan department at unitypoint. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist job at unitypoint posted?
This Medical Assistant III-Transcriptionist position at unitypoint was posted on Jun 12, 2024. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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