Fraser Health·Surrey, British Columbia
Transcribes and types medical dictation, including diagnostic radiology reports and clinical histories, using a centralized system. Ensures accuracy and stylistic consistency through proofreading and coordination with physicians and supervisors.
The salary range for this position is CAD $29.72 - $29.72 / hour Job Summary
Are you someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of others?
We are hiring for a Casual Medical Transcriptionist.
Education, Training and Experience Grade 12 graduation from an approved program in Medical Transcription one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
We are committed to staff wellness and planetary health and have active working groups to support these initiatives.
In addition, we value career advancement and offer professional development and education opportunities.
Surrey Memorial Hospital is the largest of three regional hospitals in Fraser Health’s integrated network of care, with 624 acute care beds, and 36 neonatal intensive care (NICU) bassinettes.
Surrey Memorial Hospital provides primary, secondary, and tertiary services, including 24/7 emergency (including a dedicated pediatrics emergency area), cardiac and critical care, levels one, two and three obstetrics and neonatal intensive care, adolescent and adult inpatient psychiatry, surgical sub-specialties (e.g., plastics, thoracic, vascular, orthopedic), inpatient rehabilitation and ambulatory care.
Surrey Memorial Hospital is the second largest hospital in the province with the province’s busiest Emergency Department.
Surrey Memorial Hospital provides specialized care to people from across Fraser Health, not only to residents of Surrey.
Joining our team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields.
For eligible employees, Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive benefits, including but not limited, to: Four weeks of vacation to start.
Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits.
Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan.
87% maternity top-up.
50% subsidy on TransLink passes.
Come work with us!
We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work.
We are committed to planetary health, we value diversity in the work force and seek to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.
Transcribes and types a variety of medical dictation and other documentation such as diagnostic radiology reports, medical consults and clinical histories from a centralized dictation system utilizing the Radiology Information System, computerized equipment and intermediate word processing software. Responds to work status enquiries, photocopies, faxes and distributes reports in accordance with established procedures as assigned.
Qualifications: Education, Training and Experience
Grade 12, graduation from an approved program in Medical Transcription plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills and Abilities Ability to keyboard at 60 wpm. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to operate related equipment.
Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.
People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.
We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.
Together, we are the heart of health care.
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Requires Grade 12 graduation from an approved Medical Transcription program and one year of recent related experience. Candidates must be able to keyboard at 60 wpm and communicate effectively.
Market context
Medical transcriptionist roles in medical imaging are typically tied to steady demand in hospitals and diagnostic settings, where accurate documentation supports patient care and workflow. Competition can be strong because employers usually look for approved training, recent related experience, fast keyboarding, and clear communication. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your 60 wpm typing speed and recent experience match the posting.
