How to become a medical transcriptionist?
Asked by jengonz01
How does someone become a medical transcriptionist and how do you get clients?

Best Answer:
There is an online guide to becoming a medical transcriptionist at the website below. It tells you the difference between having a certificate and being certified, as well as how to begin obtaining clients -- and keep them. Not affiliated with any school or product, just good free info including real job listings.
http://www.MedicalTranscription.com http://www.MTBrainstorm.com
Answered by transcriptionmatch

I am also a medical transcriptionist, i also have the certificate of completion of the training. But i have no work experience till now since i finished it 4 yrs back :(. Can i still pursue this as my career? I felt bad for this, got certificate but no work :( My Bad
Answered by sussane

Most employers require years of exerience. HOWEVER, many will waive this requirement if you graduate from an AHDI 'approved' school. AHDI is the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity - www.ahdionline.org (formerly known as the American Association for Medical Transcription). AHDI sets the standards for MT courses. Employers know that graduates of these 'approved' courses have gained the skills necessary to begin their career as an MT. If your looking into Medical Transcription pay the extra in tuition to attend an 'approved' school. When I was researching school options, I called several MT employers. I spoke to their Human Resources departments and asked about getting started in the field. All of them recommended attending an AHDI approved program. Many people have received training through inadequate programs only to find out that they are unable to find a job. I attended Career Step and recieved a job (at-home) less than a week after graduating. I've received several more job offers since, but have stuck with my original employer. It can be a difficult job, but I love it! I recommend CS because they are partnered with MANY employers, self-paced (you can finish in a few months or take as long as over a year or two), and more affordable than the other top 2 courses. Plus, I have personal experience (and success) with the program. Attending your local community college will give you a good chance at a job in-house, but if you are wanting to work from home, an online 'approved' course is the way to go. Once you have the training, you can chose to work for a National company, a small service owner, or find your own clients. You'll need to 'sell' yourself in order to find your own clients, but you will be eliminating the middle-man and, therefore, making more money. Hope that helps! Good luck!
Answered by momof3mt