May 04 2009
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Medical Transcription
In today’s post, we will answer some frequently-asked questions (FAQs) about medical transcription.
Why do I need training?
A medical transcriptionist needs aptitude but aptitude alone cannot fetch him/her a job. He/she needs to be familiar with medical terms and jargon. The medical transcription training is to equip individuals with this information.
How much will the job pay?
You will be paid depending on the level of expertise in the medical transcription field and the number of hours you spend on the job. According to the Occupational Employment Statistics report by the United States Department of Labor, the mean hourly wage of a medical transcriptionist was $15.84 in May 2008.
What are the eligibility criteria?
The medical transcription job does not need you to possess any specific qualification. However, one needs to possess certain attributes to make a career in medical transcription. Let’s look at the attributes a medical transcriptionist-aspirant should possess:
- Good hearing skills
- Excellent English language skills
- Comfortable with computers
- Good typing speed
- Independent working capacity
- Eagerness to learn
Where will I find a job?
A medical transcriptionist can work at home. There are several home-based medical transcription opportunities available. All you need to do is look for jobs on the Internet and submit your resume on medical transcription company websites.
Can I work part-time?
One of the greatest advantages of the medical transcription profession is that you can decide the number of hours you want to work. Home-based medical transcription helps you choose your work hours. The medical transcription profession is very flexible if you want to work from home.
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