TRANSCRIPTIONISTS NEEDED

Is it hard to understand what the Dr.is dictcting?

I am a Medical Assistant, and have been for the last 8 years. I'm am very interested in knowing how to go about becoming a Medical Transcriptionist, is it possible for me to convert to one? I have an associates degree, and apart of completing the Medical Assistant program was to take a course of Medical Transcription. I've also taken medical terminology I and II among many other courses. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Trecia

I am interested in working as a Medical Transciptionist from home part-time. I attended Business Skills Institute and I enrolled and graduated from the Medical Office Specialist/Transctiptionist Program. I have worked as a transcriptionist before, and I am interested in doing in from home.

Trecia P. in Sheridan, Oregon said: I am a Medical Assistant, and have been for the last 8 years. I'm am very interested in knowing how to go about becoming a Medical Transcriptionist, is it possible for me to convert to one? I have an associates degree, and apart of completing the Medical Assistant program was to take a course of Medical Transcription. I've also taken medical terminology I and II among many other courses. Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,

Trecia

In answer to your questions regarding becoming a Medical Transcriptionist. Please, do not waste the money on classes, other than possibly a transcription course at a local JC to learn how to use the equipment. It sounds as if you have experience enough to start your own transcription business. How are your keyboarding skills? Get some reference books, i.e., a Phrase Index, a Webster's Medical Dictionary, a Quick Look Drug Book, and a Taber's Medical Dictionary. You will need a transcriber machine with foot pedal (microcassette), of course a computer with microsoft word, and a printer. Visit different doctors' offices, clinics and walk-in facilities. Tell them you are seeking medical transcription clients and ask them if they are in need of your services. Leave a business card. It may take a couple of months, but I am sure someone will call you. Always ask your new clients for examples of their past transcription/charts so you have a guide as to how they want their transcription done. Then, enjoy your freedom and self-employment.