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    The document summarizes information about the medical transcription field. It describes what medical transcriptionists and editors do, where they work, earnings, job growth prospects, and training options. Medical transcriptionists type doctor dictations to create patient records while editors correct reports from speech recognition software. Many transcriptionists work from home while others work in medical offices or hospitals. The field is expected to grow 11% by 2018 with increasing need for editors. Training programs cover transcription skills and formatting reports while editor programs also cover editing skills. Programs prepare students for industry certifications and provide support.

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    The document summarizes information about the medical transcription field. It describes what medical transcriptionists and editors do, where they work, earnings, job growth prospects, and training options. Medical transcriptionists type doctor dictations to create patient records while editors correct reports from speech recognition software. Many transcriptionists work from home while others work in medical offices or hospitals. The field is expected to grow 11% by 2018 with increasing need for editors. Training programs cover transcription skills and formatting reports while editor programs also cover editing skills. Programs prepare students for industry certifications and provide support.

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    The document summarizes information about the medical transcription field. It describes what medical transcriptionists and editors do, where they work, earnings, job growth prospects, and training options. Medical transcriptionists type doctor dictations to create patient records while editors correct reports from speech recognition software. Many transcriptionists work from home while others work in medical offices or hospitals. The field is expected to grow 11% by 2018 with increasing need for editors. Training programs cover transcription skills and formatting reports while editor programs also cover editing skills. Programs prepare students for industry certifications and provide support.

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    Medical Transcription Industry Facts

    What does a medical transcriptionist do?


    e medical transcription industry is evolving to include two important roles: type the audio dictations of doctor-patient interactions, creating the reports that make up patients medical records. are specialized medical transcriptionists who correct and edit reports created by speech recognition so ware, which electronically translates dictations into text. is training program prepares you for both of these elds, making you more exible and marketable a er graduation.

    Where do medical transcriptionists work?


    Advancements in internet technology and data security have changed the eld of medical transcription and created a real work-at-home career for well-trained professionals. Home-based transcriptionists and editors enjoy the exibility to choose their schedules according to their unique needs and the portability of a career that moves with them. ere are also opportunities to work on-site in medical o ces, hospitals, and transcription o ces.

    the amount each individual earns varies with employer and experience level. e U.S. Department of Labor's industry report encompassing both medical transcription and medical transcription editingstates that the middle 50% of professionals in the eld earn between $27,090 and $38,590 annually.

    Is the medical transcription eld growing?


    e 2010-2011 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, published by the U.S. Department of Labor, predicts: as industry employment is projected to grow by 11% by 2018. Many current medical transcription jobs may also transition to editor roles. for transcription services, sustained by the continued need for easily shared electronic documentation. is high demand may also encourage more employers to use speech recognition technology. needed in the eld to amend patients records, edit documents from speech recognition systems, and identify discrepancies in medical reports.

    How much do medical transcription professionals earn?


    Medical transcription professionals are compensated in several di erent ways, and

    is course is extremely thorough and prepares you for any scenario when working as a medical transcriptionist. ank you for preparing me so thoroughly for a job that I now have and absolutely love! Danielle, Class of 2009

    Medical Transcription Training Options and Details Myths and facts on medical transcription

    I found the training to be excellent and very worth the investment. In contacting prospective employers, they all seem very open to hiring graduates .
    Jennifer, Class of 2009

    What do the programs cover?


    Both medical transcription training options include a heavy focus on medical transcription speci c skills. Medical Transcription focus: Transcribing real-life doctor dictations Formatting reports for the nal medical record Improving typing speed and accuracy to increase production In addition to this core focus, the Medical Transcription Editor program also trains students as medical transcription editors. Medical Transcription Editor focus: Editing and formatting physiciandictated medical records

    Fixing grammatical errors Improving content in an e cient and accurate manner All program material is o ered entirely online and includes interactive learning tools such as games, student forums, chat rooms, and hundreds of exercises that simulate the professional experience.

    support team will help graduates make the most of available job search resources as they look for employment a er graduation.

    Will the programs prepare me for industry certi cations?


    e Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) maintains two industry credentials, the Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT) credential and the Certi ed Medical Transcriptionist (CMT) credential. Very few industry employers require either of these as a prerequisite to employment; however, program graduates who have taken the exams have generally done well. e RMT exam is designed for entry-level medical transcriptionists, and both programs help graduates gain a solid foundational understanding of the material covered by the exam.

    What kind of support will be available to me as a student?


    Both training programs include access to several support teams dedicated to student success. e student support advisors have professional industry experience and are uniquely quali ed to answer questions about both the curriculum and the industry. e technical support advisors will help with any technical or computer issues students may encounter within the program. e graduate

    What medical transcription training options are available?


    ere are two medical transcription training programs available: is built on the proven Medical Transcription program and trains you as both a medical transcriptionist and medical transcription editor, preparing you for the future of the industry is designed to help you gain the knowledge and skills necessary to smoothly transition to the workplace as a medical transcriptionist. Both of these programs o er quality, expert-created curriculum designed to help you quickly prepare for a new career. e Medical Transcription Editor program o ers you the added bene t of training for multiple career paths and preparing for the future of the industry, expanding your career opportunities a er graduation.

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