How does one become a medical transcriptionist?
Medical transcription requires a practical knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and the internal organization of medical reports. Medical reports take many forms, including histories and physical examinations, progress reports, emergency room notes, consultations, operative reports, discharge summaries, clinic notes, referral letters, radiology reports, pathology reports, and an array of documentation spanning over various medical specialties.
For an experienced word processor, it is possible to learn medical transcription while working in an entry-level position, but it is rare because of the need to learn medical vocabulary and formats. Some colleges and hospitals offer classes, and there are several home-study courses available. MTs work in doctors’ offices, clinics, hospitals and transcription services. They also work from home, usually after 2-3 years of experience in an office or hospital. With more experience, MTs go on to teach, supervise, consult, edit and write in the field. How to Be a Medical Transcriptionist, book by Cynthia Peavler Bull, http://www.cynrje.com/medicaltranscriptionist.htm Medical Transcription, Getting Started, book by AnnaBelle Berg, http://medical-transcription-gettingstarted.com How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist, book by George Morton, CMT, http://www.workingfrom.homestead.com, 609-924-4748, georgecmt@aol.com, Interview, 11/98 Step-by-Step Guide to Medical Transcription at Home, book by
