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
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 45+ 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...

Scribe - Dr. Badawai - Freeman Dermatology & Skin Care Center

  • Joplin, MO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Joplin, MO
  • 2 hours ago

Our Mission To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions. Schedule: Full-Time Days (36 hours per week) What You'll Do Assists...

Scribe - Emergency Medicine - Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 23 hours ago

Tucson, AZ – 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...

Medical Assistant /Scribe - Interventional Pain -Gap students welcome

  • Merritt Island, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Merritt Island, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Medical Assistant / Emergency Medical Tech / Medical Scribe – Interventional Pain Job Type: Full-Time Monday to Friday 7am-4pm Location: Sarasota, Clark Road Experience Level: Entry-Level (Ideal...

Medical Transcriptionist

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Labcorp is seeking a Medical Transcriptionist to join our team at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, MA. Work Schedule: Per diem, as needed....

Medical Office Scribe Surgical Oncology

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services Find your path in health care. When you join Banner Staffing...

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...

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...

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...

Scribe

  • Stone Ridge, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stone Ridge, VA
  • 1 day ago

OrthoVirginia, Virginia's largest provider of expert orthopedic and therapy care, is currently seeking a full-time, Scribe to join our team! Along with a collaborative, team-oriented work...

Scribe

  • Brighton, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Brighton, MA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY : Scribe accompanies physician in the outpatient clinic and documents during patient visits, ensures medical records are up to date and complete, prepares notes for providers, and...

Medical Office Scribe

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: Orthopedic Surgery-Clinic Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we...

WVU-Scribe -86964

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 2 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 2 days ago

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in...

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...
Mini Medical School: Introduction to Medical Science
This three-week course offers you a fascinating and informative introduction to modern medicine. Whether youd like to better communicate with healthcare professionals, youre considering a career...
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...

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
25.5%
Associate's Degree
25.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
20.3%
High School or GED
18.9%
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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