Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)·North Vancouver, British Columbia
Transcribe surgical and autopsy gross and microscopy reports and assign surgical diagnostic tissue codes.
Transcribe preliminary autopsy reports and ensure completed report and patient chart are returned in a timely fashion to Health Record Services.
Transcribe and record Coroners' autopsies and send out reports.
Respond to and follow up on telephone and fax requests for surgical and autopsy inquiries and diagnoses; package and mail materials as required.
Transcribe medical reports and other correspondence for the Department of Neurophysiology.
Collate slides and report for Pathologists' review.
Maintain pathology worklists to track slide distribution and status of patient reports.
Perform clerical duties and maintain files and records of Pathology reports.
Type general correspondence as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Medical Stenographer 1 Anatomical Pathology North Vancouver, BC Under the supervision of the Senior Medical Stenographer transcribes surgical and autopsy pathology reports and general laboratory correspondence and performs clerical related duties. What you’ll do
Transcribe surgical and autopsy gross and microscopy reports and assign surgical diagnostic tissue codes.
Transcribe preliminary autopsy reports and ensure completed report and patient chart are returned in a timely fashion to Health Record Services.
Transcribe and records Coroners' autopsies and send out reports.
Respond to and follows up on telephone and fax requests for surgical and autopsy inquiries and diagnoses. Package and mail materials as required.
Transcribe medical reports and other correspondence as required for the Department of Neurophysiology.
Collate slides and report for Pathologists' review.
Maintain pathology worklists to track slide distribution and status of patient reports.
Perform various clerical duties and maintain files and record of Pathology reports.
Type various general correspondence as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned. What you bring
Applications accepted until position is filled Hours of Work: 08:30-16:30 (Rotating Work Days and Hours) Requisition #: 200252E What we do Provincial Laboratory Medicine Services (PLMS) provides laboratory testing at 31 sites across the lower mainland and central coast of BC, including acute care hospital laboratories and specialty laboratories. PLMS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). PHSA and PLMS are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment. The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.
Grade 12.
Completion of a recognized Medical Stenography program.
Minimum of one year's recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts.
Demonstrated knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments in Anatomical Pathology contexts (including TRC Calls to Action, In Plain Sight, BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, UNDRIP, Reclaiming Power and Place, Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan, BC Anti-racism Act).
Core competencies related to Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility and breaking down barriers to ensure a safe environment and sense of belonging.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to type 60 wpm.
Ability to organize work and operate related equipment.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
Commitment to learning and sharing learning related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression
Market context
In British Columbia, medical stenographer roles are typically tied to ongoing needs for accurate clinical documentation in busy care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a recognized stenography program, recent related experience, and knowledge of the impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your training and experience match the posting before applying.
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