Medical Transcription At Home JobsIn a NutshellMedical transcription is simple enough – you receive a recording of a doctor or a nurse dictating medical notes and type them into a computer file. That file is then sent back to the doctor's office and goes into the patient's file. The Longer VersionAnyone with a good knowledge of English can become a medical transcriber. You do need a computer and a transcription machine to start with, but if you start with second-hand equipment you can cut initial costs down to a few hundreds of dollars.Work usually comes from physicians in your area and your work load depends on how many clinics you'll have as your clients. Getting those first clients is often the most difficult part in this business. If you have some paramedical training and know the medical community in your area, you already have an edge over the competition. One thing that you must have in abundance is discretion. In this job you could potentially be exposed to confidential medical information regarding people you know. Discretion is a must in these circumstances, as is your ability to keep all files and material safe.
What Do You Need?Assuming you have a compter, you only need to purchase a transcription machine. You can get a used one at eBay for under $100. So... How Much will I Make?You will probably get paid by the hour (provided that you type fast enough). According to Michele Miller, author of Medical Transcription At Home Jobs, you can expect to make about $30. Once you have your business running with enough clients to provide you with work, you should be able to make over $5000 if you work 200 hours a month. |