Becoming a medical transcriptionist can give you the flexibility to work at home or in an office. There are many programs to help you become a medical transcriptionist, from community college programs to online trainings. The fastest way to become a medical transcriptionist, however, is to skip the training and apply directly for a job.

Study

Brush up on your medical terminology. If you have ever worked in the health care field before, you already have a head start to becoming a medical transcriptionist. If your knowledge of health care terminology is limited, check with your library to see if it has any books on medical transcription. If the library doesn't have anything, order a book online--Amazon.com has several--that will help you to learn essential medical terminology.

Apply to Office Jobs First

Apply to office medical transcription jobs before trying for work-at-home situations. If your goal is to eventually work at home doing medical transcription, spend a couple of years working in an office. Most agencies won't hire a new transcriptionist to work at home.

Focus Resume on Skills

Call attention to your transferable skills on your resume. You probably already have some skills that transfer to medical transcription work. Specifically mention any health care work, typing work and office work.

Sell Yourself with Audition Transcript

Take your audition transcript very seriously. As part of the interview process, you will be required to do an audition transcript. Follow the instructions explicitly, and ask questions if any instructions are ambiguous. When you are finished, carefully proofread your transcript and look up any unfamiliar words in a medical dictionary.

Network And Keep Trying

Use your networking skills to find out about positions. Send out as many cover letters and resumes as possible. Keep your chin up and don't give up when you get a rejection. This will speed up the process of becoming a medical transcriptionist.

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MT World: Medical Transcription Services

College Matching Service: Medical Transcription Process