Per Diem-Hospital Medical Transcriber SR-Pathology Lab-Placentia-Variable
University of California, Irvine·Placentia, California
University of California, Irvine·Placentia, California
Transcribes medical reports and correspondence while providing logistical support for the Pathology Department. Responsibilities include collecting, cataloging, and setting up specimens for pathological review and disposing of tissue remains.
UCI Health is one of California’s largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health — Orange, UCI Health — Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties. As Orange County’s only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region’s only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.
Your Role on the Team
Transcribes medical reports, routine letters and other medical correspondence using transcription equipment and word processing programs. Charts, files, faxes, and retrieves reports per departmental protocol. Prepares material for consultation to other facilities. Performs other duties as requested.Reports to the Laboratory Director. Provides logistical support for the Pathology Department. Collects and catalogues specimens received for pathological examination. Directly assists the Pathologist in setting up specimens for pathological review. Disposes of tissue remains in accordance with local health standards. Performs other duties as requested. Reports to Laboratory Director.
What It Takes to be Successful
Possesses ability for rapid and accurate transcription of tape recorded anatomical pathology dictation. Must have a good working knowledge of medical terminology utilized in pathology consultations with good communication skills in English. Good working knowledge of basic office equipment to include telephone, fax machines and personal computers. Possesses knowledge of basic anatomy. Able to retrieve, log and set up specimens for pathological and cytological examination. Possess a tolerance for processing and disposal of human pathological specimens. Recognizes safety aspects of handling hazardous materials to include formalin and alcohols. Good communication skills in English. Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Prefer two years previous experience in pathology medical transcription. Knowledge of University and medical center organizations, policies, procedures and forms
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Requires the ability for rapid and accurate transcription of anatomical pathology dictation and knowledge of medical terminology and basic anatomy. Candidates must be comfortable handling human pathological specimens and hazardous materials like formalin.
Market context
In California, per diem hospital medical transcriber roles in pathology labs are typically driven by ongoing documentation needs and coverage for variable shifts. These positions are competitive because they require fast, accurate anatomical pathology transcription, medical terminology knowledge, and comfort handling specimens and hazardous materials such as formalin. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit with the original posting before applying.