Medical Transcriptionist

What is a medical transcriptionist? A Medical Transcriptionist (MT) is a person who assists physicians and specialty surgeons usually by transcribing, formatting, and proofreading their dictated, medically-oriented reports into professional accurate documents.

What does it take to be a transcriptionist? Beyond a good background in the English language, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation skills, knowledge of human anatomy and physiology are paramount. "If you have a basic understanding of anatomy and medical terminology," says Pamela Shull, a transcriptionist at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose, California, "you will be much more accurate at interpreting and transcribing what you hear."

All health professionals must rely on the typed documents created by medical transcriptionists. An individual's medical record is one of the most vital and essential documents there is. Therefore, it is imperative that it be accurate. If you enjoy a challenge and can be accurate and precise under pressure, consider the career of a medical transcriptionist.

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Job Description

What does an MT do?

Is Medical Transcription Right for You?

Competency skills test

Salary Information and Employment Outlook

How much does a MT make?

Training Requirements/Examinations

How do I become a MT?
Medical Transcription Certification Commission (MTCC) Exam Information

Professional Associations

American Association of Medical Transcription

Other Links

MT Desk (MT resource center)

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Other Related Job Titles

Medical Language Specialist Medical Transcriber

Medical Stenographer

Medical Transcriptionist Employers

hospitals medical clinics medical libraries government medical facilities

medical laboratories physician's offices care facilities home-based/self-contracted employment

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