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Updated: Feb 25th, 2009 - 08:43:32 |
Medical Transcription Career:Home Based
By Charissa Bear
Sep 5, 2005, 12:14
A medical transcriptionist is a professional which transcribes correspondence, reports, and other medical documents. A successful medical transcriptionist maintains great accuracy and speed in their work, with a through knowledge of medical, surgical, drug and laboratory terms. They must also have knowledge of correct document and letter formats, and obtain competency in keyboarding and computer programs.
The demand for medical transcriptionist is increasing. Advances in computer and telecommunications make it possible for medical transcriptionist to work out of their homes.
Medical transcriptionist obtain knowledge through education and experience in the following areas:
* Medical Terminology
* Anatomy and Physiology
* Medical Law and Ethics
* Knowledge of Medical Transcription Guidlines and Practices
There are many technical schools and home courses to aid your way in learning medical transcription. Education is the key for being successful in a medical transcription career. The American Associates for Medical Transcription www.aamt.org, and Health Professions Institute www.hpisum.com, both contain information about the medical transcription profession.
If wanting to start a home based medical transcription business you may want to call around to competitors and obtain information on range of fees, so you have an idea what to charge. Research your market to see who will use your services in your community, and obtain a business plan.
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Charissa Bear is the owner of www.momsinc.biz, a work at home business resource, and also a Area Manager with Eniva www.momsinc.biz/home_based_opp_eniva , a company specializing in Nutritional Wellness.
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