Freelance Medical Transcriptionist

The internet has really opened up the possibilities for medical transcriptionists. No longer do you need to be within driving distance of a client - they can be anywhere.

Medical transcription is a highly demanding job, but very popular with people who want to work at home. The pay can be quite good. Rather than hourly or per-job pay, most medical transcription is per line, with a line defined as 65 characters, including spaces.

With experience, it is very possible to work on your own as a medical transcriptionist rather than work for a service. The pay is much better, but the demands are much higher, especially when you want to take a vacation and have to find someone to cover for you.

The usual way to find medical transcription jobs is to contact local doctors and see who needs a transcriptionist. You have to find out what the going rate in your area is, and what services doctors expect to be included.

Not all transcriptionists are taking proper advantage of the internet once they go independent, however. Websites such as Craig's List may offer medical transcription opportunities you might not find elsewhere. It is a good idea to keep a regular eye out for new opportunities, as clients may change to a new provider or retire, and you do not want to find yourself out of work. Know your limits, but if you overextend consider finding a subcontractor to help you out either regularly or short term.

A medical transcriptionist must be highly detail oriented, or she fails her clients. Mistakes must be kept to an absolute minimum in this field, where a tiny mistake can make a huge difference in the care a patient receives. An inaccurate transcriptionist will quickly find her work opportunities vanish.

If you are uncertain how to get started, visit Medical Transcription Basics. The site may be a help in choosing a good school for your training.

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