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Transcribe medical reports that have been written by doctors or other health care providers.

Medical Transcriptionists transcribe reports that have been written by doctors or other health care providers. They transcribe dictated reports and translate medical abbreviations into a form that other people can understand. They edit as necessary.

Wages	$25.80 per hour on average
Outlook	The outlook is Poor
Education & Training	Vocational training is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician Health Unit Coordinator/Ward Clerk Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder Medical Office Assistant/Specialist Medical Reception/Receptionist Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
On the Job	Work Activities Maintain medical records. Prepare medical reports or documents. Record vital statistics or other health information. Perform clerical work in medical settings. Process medical billing information. Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
Career Pathways	Health Informatics
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