Transcriptionist

About Health Services of North Texas

Health Services of North Texas (HSNT) is a nonprofit community health organization dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate, and affordable care to individuals and families across North Texas. HSNT serves a diverse patient population and is committed to improving health outcomes, promoting wellness, and reducing barriers to care through accessible, patient-centered services.

Position Overview

The Remote Transcriptionist is responsible for accurately converting audio recordings and dictated notes into clear, well‑formatted written documents that become part of the medical and administrative record. Working from home, this role supports providers and administrative staff by ensuring timely, accurate, and confidential documentation. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, an excellent listener and typist, and comfortable working with medical terminology in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Transcribe audio recordings, dictations, and voice notes into accurate, properly formatted written reports, letters, and other documents.

Review and edit drafts for grammar, clarity, spelling, punctuation, and consistency with organizational standards.

Ensure that all transcribed documents accurately reflect the content and intent of the original dictation.

Use appropriate medical terminology, abbreviations, and formatting based on HSNT guidelines and industry standards.

Verify patient identifiers and other key data points in documents to prevent errors and misfiling.

Maintain turnaround times that meet or exceed departmental standards and provider needs.

Handle confidential patient and organizational information in compliance with HIPAA and internal privacy policies.

Communicate with providers or designated staff to clarify unclear audio, missing information, or inconsistencies.

Organize and upload completed documents into the correct electronic health record (EHR) or document management system.

Follow established style guides, templates, and workflows to ensure consistent documentation across the organization.

Participate in remote trainings, quality reviews, and team meetings as required.

Adhere to all remote work and data security requirements, including use of secure systems and a private workspace.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Proven experience as a transcriptionist, medical transcriptionist, or similar documentation‑focused role.

Excellent typing skills with high accuracy and strong attention to detail.
Strong listening skills and ability to understand a range of accents, speech patterns, and audio quality levels.

Good knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and written English.

Comfortable working with computers, transcription software, and electronic document systems.

Reliable high‑speed internet connection and a quiet, secure home workspace.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards while working independently.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with medical transcription in a clinic, hospital, or community health setting.

Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy, and common clinical documentation formats.

Experience using EHR systems or other healthcare documentation platforms.

Certification in medical transcription (or similar) is a plus but not required.

Prior remote work experience.

Benefits

(Customize this to match your exact package.)

Competitive pay based on experience and transcription proficiency.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for eligible full‑time employees.

Paid time off (PTO), including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Retirement plan options with potential employer contribution or match.
Employer‑paid or subsidized life and disability insurance (if applicable).

Employee assistance and wellness resources.

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to transcription and healthcare documentation.

Supportive, mission‑driven culture focused on community health and high‑quality patient care.

Key Competencies

Accuracy: Produces consistently precise, error‑free transcripts and reviews work carefully.

Attention to Detail: Notices discrepancies and incomplete information and takes initiative to resolve them.

Confidentiality: Handles all patient and organizational information with the highest level of discretion.

Focus: Maintains concentration during extended periods of transcription work.

Remote Readiness: Manages time effectively, stays self‑motivated, and meets productivity and quality goals while working from home.

Work Schedule

Full‑time remote position with a consistent schedule (e.g., Monday–Friday, standard business hours in Central Time).

Some flexibility may be required to meet documentation deadlines or provider needs.