Medical Proofreader

POSITION SUMMARY

•     The Proofreader position is responsible for reviewing documents for grammar and verbiage corrections. This is a freelance, full-time position working with one of our clients in the Pharma/Medical space, so a knowledge of the medical industry is of high importance.

JOB DUTIES

•     *Identify and correct spelling, grammar, and verbiage errors.

•     *Detect formatting and compositional errors in documents.

•     *Check corrected proofs of documents against mark-up for comparison and quality assurance.

•     Communicate with manager and client on job or deadline issues.

•     Perform other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

•     Bachelor’s degree in English/Journalism preferred or equivalent work experience required

•     Minimum (1) year proofreading experience preferably in a large corporate environment

•     Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint desired

•     Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system is preferred

•     Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment

•     Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality

•     Ability to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines

•     Must have good organizational skills

•     Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information

•     Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

•     Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•     Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing

•     Must be self-motivated with a positive attitude

•     Proven customer service skills are required in order to create, maintain and enhance customer relationships