Is MT right for me?

Becoming a medical transcriptionist is a big decision! We encourage you to take your time and go through our site thoroughly, and if possible, attend one of our webinars to learn all you can.

A medical transcriptionist's job seems straightforward: translate oral dictation into detailed patient records that accurately communicate medical information. However, it also requires not only basic English grammar and punctuation skills and being able to type least 45 correct words per minute, but also great referencing and research skills.

You might find it valuable to read what the national association has to say about medical transcription as a career at http://www.ahdionline.org and follow the links under "Resources" and "Professional Development  Training."  Also, The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a wealth of information including what you can find here http://stats.bls.gov/oco/ocos271.htm.