Medical Transcriptionist- Remote
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Description
The primary function of the transcriptionist is to listen to audio files made by physicians, legal teams, advisors and other personnel. These audio files must be transcribed into accurate electronic medical reports, correspondence, and administrative materials.
When transcribers work in a specific industry, they will need to know terminology related to the industry, especially when they work in medical or legal transcription. The knowledge of industry-specific jargon needed is huge. Before becoming a transcriber in such industries, training will have to be undergone to learn.
Skills
***Foot pedal. You can use a foot pedal to start and stop playback, so you can continue to type without interruption.
***Quality headphones. A quality pair of headphones will drown out background noise in your home, while also helping you audio more clearly.
***Transcription software. A good transcription software can help you playback audio and video files at different speeds, support different file formats, loads audio and video files from the internet, and more.
***Express Scribe is one most transcriptionist recommend, and it has a free version.
Transcription requires focus and concentration.
***Excellent high level of grammar, spelling and punctuation understanding for the English language
***Knowledge of medical terminology
***Above-average typing skills, writing skills, grammar skills, memory skills, and communication skills
***Basic to above-average knowledge of computers
***Can accurately transcribe information, particularly patient identifying information
***Ability to follow directions and instructions
***Real-world experience in medical transcription
***Will consult reference materials and resources to ensure the use of correct terminology
***Has the ability to record and maintain records and number figures
