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As a medical transcriptionist, you listen to dictated recordings made by physicians and other health care professionals and transcribe them into medical reports, correspondence and other administrative material. You often listen to recordings on a headset, using a foot pedal to pause the recording when necessary, and key the text into a personal computer, editing as necessary for grammar and clarity.
Medical transcriptionists working in hospitals transcribe different types of reports, including emergency room notes, histories and physical examinations, consultations, discharge summaries, x-rays, diagnostic studies and pathology results.
In addition to working on-site at hospitals, clinics and physician offices, you can also conduct off-site transcription services from your home.
Medical Transcriptionist Career Opportunities
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, medical transcription is one of the ten fastest growing careers in the U.S. and is projected to grow faster than average compared to other occupations through 2014.
Demand for medical transcription services is spurred by a growing and aging population. Older age groups receive proportionately greater numbers of medical tests, treatments and procedures that require documentation.
Additionally, a high level of demand for transcription services will be sustained by the continuing need for electronic documentation that can be shared among providers, third-party payers, regulators, consumers and health information systems.
The medical transcription field offers you the freedom and flexibility through various career paths, including:
- Hospitals and health boards
- Medical clinics
- Doctor offices
- Specialist offices
- Insurance companies
- Government departments
- Research at universities and health centers
Small class sizes offer one-on-one attention, ensuring you get all the guidance you need.
Medical Transcription Training Program
The medical transcription training program can be completed in just 40 weeks with classes offered in both days and evenings.
Your medical transcription training focuses on practical applications required in this specialized field. You gain extensive knowledge and experience on written communication skills using specialized terminology and transcription relating to reports such as histories and physicals, consultation, radiology, laboratory, surgery and discharge summaries.
Your COLA advisory board and instructors include certified medical transcriptionists and other highly regarded health care professionals.Small class sizes offer one-on-one attention, ensuring you get all the guidance you need.
Career Placement
COLA provides you comprehensive career placement strategies and assistance to fast-track your career. Guidance is provided from day one to help you identify your strengths and overcome barriers. You receive professional training on everything from resume and cover letter writing to employer research to interview skills and techniques.
Learn More About Becoming a Medical Transcriptionist
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