Discharge Summary Typist

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately transcribe dictated discharge summaries using medical terminology.
• Format and proofread typed documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and compliance with hospital standards.
• Liaise with physicians, nurses, and medical staff to clarify unclear dictations when necessary.
• Ensure timely completion and filing of discharge summaries in patient medical records.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and hospital data protection policies.
• Assist in maintaining accurate electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Prioritize and manage workload to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Assist with additional clerical duties as required by the department.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Flexibility to work various shifts if needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in medical transcription is a plus.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
• Proficiency in MS Office and hospital EMR systems
• Excellent typing speed with high accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Royapettah, Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person