Working In The Medical Transcription Field

Medical transcription was introduced in the 1960's. In order to keep medical records understandable by other medical professionals, transcribers were taught to translate doctor's note into readable documents. The first transcribers used typewriters to do their work. With the introduction of computers machines were invented to allow doctor's to dictate their notes onto a server. Then the dictation was translated into user friendly documents.

Studying medical terms and technology will be required to work in this field. Many educational options are available today. Classes are offered at colleges and universities and technical medical institutes are popping up everywhere.

Online classes are the better choice if you are hoping to get a certificate and start working as soon as possible. They would probably be cheaper than a technical school and more convenient. Although more and more junior colleges or universities are offering online classes their tuition fees are still an issue.

Once you are ready to enter the work force as a medical transcriber you need to continuously keep yourself updated on new medical terminology and technology. New medical equipment is always being introduced. In order to keep medical records accurate, the medical transcriber needs to be aware of the new equipment names and how they are used.

As part of your job you will need to ensure that all documents you produce are accurate and complete. Sometimes it may be hard to interpret a medical professional's handwriting or perhaps while listening to the dictation they will have a heavy accent or tend to mumble. If this happens then must communicate with the person or persons involved and get clarification on any questions you may have. If contact the person cannot happen in a timely manner then flag the document as incomplete until your questions can be answered.

If you are just starting out and don't have transportation of your own, this type of work may be the answer for you. Most transcribers have the option of telecommuting from home. If you live within walking distance of public transportation then you have it made. Not having to worry about the cost of owning a car should be a major selling point when choosing a career.

Read one individual's personal story of her journey from unemployment to a secure and satisfying professional career in medical transcription. Learn how she got her medical transcriptionist training online and now works from home.

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