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...

Scribe - Emergency Department - FT Varied

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 60+ days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Medical Office Scribe Scottsdale

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago

Primary City/State: Scottsdale, Arizona Department Name: FSC-Ortho Surgery-BSMS Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined...

Medical Transcriptionist I

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 1 day ago

Schedule : Sunday - Wednesday (40 hrs/wk) 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM Training Schedule : Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Department : Referral Testing - 233 Primary Purpose : Responsible for accurate...

Medical Transcriptionist - Administrative

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

M-F 9a-5p. 11 wk assignment covering FTE LOA. HS diploma/GED (R). 6 months exp as medical transcriber (P). Knowledge of medical terminology (R). Excellent spelling and grammar (R). Type minimum of...

Scribe - Blue Ridge Cancer Care Blacksburg

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

How Youll Help Transform Healthcare: Take this rare job opportunity to apply your skills to a dynamic new setting. Keep vital teams organized, informed, and fully prepared to succeed. At Carilion...

Scribe - Carilion Clinic Dermatology & MOHS Surgery

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

How Youll Help Transform Healthcare: Take this rare job opportunity to apply your skills to a dynamic new setting. Keep vital teams organized, informed, and fully prepared to succeed. At Carilion...

Orthopaedic Office Receptionist and Scribe

  • Mount Carmel, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Carmel, IL
  • 1 day ago

The receptionist is the core of the department. The department depends on the front office receptionist for efficient, smooth operation of patient flow and optimal patient experience. The...

Medical Office Scribe BUMG Tucson Varied Schedule

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Medical Office Scribe BUMG Tucson Varied Schedule Banner Health - 3.5 Tucson, AZ Job Details Part-time $15.92 - $23.88 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Employee assistance program...

External Applicants Earn up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus! Work Shift Day/Evening Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by facilitating...

Transcriber-Medical I

  • Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 2 days ago

Transcriber-Medical I Job ID: 31660 Job Category: Administrative Non Clinical Support Work Schedule: Rotating Department: Health Information Management Facility: BMH Anderson Hospital Location: Meridian...

Referral Transcriptionist

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

We are searching for a Referral Transcriptionist -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will transcribe referrals from external providers by retrieving physician...

BSS Medical Office Scribe Banner Cancer Specialists

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services A rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing...

BSS Medical Office Scribe Banner Cancer Specialists Gilbert

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services A rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing...

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
In this course, medical and scientific topics related to therapeutic uses, delivery methods, and bioavailability of medical cannabis will be covered. This course is eligible for Audit and Verified...

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
25.6%
Associate's Degree
25.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.2%
High School or GED
18.8%
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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