What Are the Working Conditions for Medical Transcriptionists?
As a medical transcriptionist, you can go to work in comfortable and stable environment–maybe even your living room. While hospitals still employ about 40% of all medical transcriptionists, a growing number of them do freelance or contract work from their homes. If you work in a medical facility, your hours can be regular, with little chance of overtime, evening, or weekend work. If you choose to freelance from home, you’ll be able to tailor your workload and complete it on your own schedule. Additionally, you may seek certification through the American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT). As a Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT), you’ll be better able to command quality transcriptionist jobs. With a passion for healthcare and an eye for detail, you can find a bright future as a medical transcriptionist. Source: • Bureau of Labor Statistics, “Medical Transcriptionists” About the Author Craig Friesen is a freelance writer living in Abbotsford, British Columbia. He has a B
