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Occasional lifting, pushing, and pulling of objects under 50 lbs., sitting long periods of time, and repetitive motion may be required up to half the time.

40 hours/week; Day shift (slight variation in hours possible depending on schedules); Monday-Friday

A busy academic medical center seeks to find an experienced medical transcriptionist. The Medical Transcriptionist will oversee the accurate and timely production of anatomic pathology and cytology reports. The transcriptionist may receive and accession specimens, handle equipment maintenance, prepare reagent and/or perform other duties as assigned in their designated area. Ability to work with flexibility, efficiency, enthusiasm, and diplomacy is preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in data entry and computer software applications. Must be detail oriented and enjoy working in a team environment.

This employee must be highly organized with great interpersonal skills. Medical terminology knowledge is required, and 2 years of anatomic pathology transcription experience is preferred. This position will work closely with pathologists, residents, laboratory staff, and College of Medicine colleagues.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Pathology transcription; typing >60 words per minute.

2 years anatomic pathology transcription preferred. Epic Beaker experience preferred. Previous histology, surgical pathology, or cytology laboratory experience preferred.

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