Medical Transcriptionist Jobs

A Medical Transcriptionist plays a crucial role in the medical administration industry by converting voice-recorded medical reports provided by doctors and other healthcare professionals into written documents. These documents, which include patient histories, physical examination reports, consultations, discharge summaries, and other relevant medical correspondence, form an integral part of a patient's medical records. The Medical Transcriptionist has to ensure the accuracy of these transcriptions, thereby contributing to high-quality patient care.

To excel in this role, a Medical Transcriptionist should have excellent listening and typing skills, a strong understanding of medical terminology, grammar, and syntax, and attention to detail. Moreover, they should also have good knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations for maintaining patient confidentiality. Although not mandatory, certifications like the Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) or Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) by the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) can boost their professional credibility. Prior to becoming a Medical Transcriptionist, an individual might have worked as a Medical Secretary, Medical Records Clerk, or Medical Scribe to acquire adequate exposure to the healthcare setting and medical terminology.

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Eye Care Partners

Ophthalmic Scribe

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Location: Avera Medical Group Dermatology-Mitchell Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate...

Medical Office Scribe Advanced Heart Failure Clinic

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • moments ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • moments ago

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Advanced Heart Failure-Clinic Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services The academic medicine difference. At the center of Banner...

Medical Transcriptionist II

  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pompano Beach, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Medical Transcriptionist II - Pompano Beach, FL - Monday to Friday 9:00-5:30PM Responsible for transcribing specialty dictation from all members of the medical/clinical staff via recorded dictation...

Transcriptionist

  • Riverside, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Riverside, OH
  • 10 hours ago

Applies knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and English rules to the transcription and proofreading of medical dictation from originators with various accents, dialects, and dictation...

BSS, Medical Office Scribe BUMC Tucson Monday 1PM-4:40PM,

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 10 hours ago

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem...

Transcriptionist

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 11 hours ago

Responsibilities Support and maintain patient flow to reduce patient wait times Efficiently manage time by prioritizing treatments and procedures based on each patients' needs Record/verify...

Pathology Coordinator - Scribe - part time

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Schedule: Mon - Fri 12pm to 6pm, with 30 minute meal break. Position is on site at our pathology lab location. The successful candidate will need scribe or transcription experience, have a strong...

Scribe - Emergency Medicine - Mercy Hospital of Folsom

  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago

Folsom, CA – Seeking Entry Level Scribe Gain Experience Working Side-By-Side With Frontline Physicians As part of our Medical Scribe program, you play a vital role in supporting physicians and...

Scribe - Carilion Children's Tanglewood

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 day ago

" Scribe - Carilion Children's Tanglewood Roanoke, VA, US, 24018 Employment Status: Part Time Shift: Day Facility: Carilion Childrens Tanglewood Center Requisition Number: 151608 How You'll Help...

Scribe

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

Scribe Carilion Clinic - 3.6 Roanoke, VA Job Details Part-time Estimated: $32.5K - $41.1K a year 18 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Master's degree...

Medical Assistant/Scribe Summerfield Medical Group FT Days

  • Leesburg, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Leesburg, FL
  • 4 days ago

Overview Since the doors opened more than 59 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of...

Scribe - Emergency Medicine - Moreno Valley Medical Center

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago

Moreno Valley, CA – Seeking Entry Level Scribe Gain Experience Working Side-By-Side With Frontline Physicians As part of our Medical Scribe program, you play a vital role in supporting physicians...

Medical Transcriptionist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist
HI! Welcome to How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist, the only course that provides a comprehensive roadmap for Medical Transcription. There are a lot of voices on the web discussing this...
Medical Terminology
Medical terminology is the study of the rules of medical word building. Receive a thorough grounding in basic medical terminology through a study of root words, prefixes and suffixes. This course...
Medical Cannabis
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Salary for Medical Transcriptionist Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedicalSecretaries research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Medical Transcriptionist positions.



Highest Education Level

Medical Transcriptionists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
Associate's Degree
25.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
High School or GED
18.7%
Master's Degree
5.6%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Transcriptionists
Less than 1 year
33.1%
None
32.9%
1-2 years
21.8%
2-4 years
11.9%
4-6 years
0.3%


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