How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist [Paperback]

George Morton (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0966347005 | ISBN-13: 978-0966347005 | Publication Date: May 1, 1998

HOW TO BECOME A MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST gives a balanced overview of the profession from an insider's perspective - facts and information that you won't find in "get-rich-quick" magazines, advertising or sales pitches. Here are some of the subjects addressed in this valuable book:
- 11 unique skills that make a successful medical transcriptionist. Do you have them?
- Is there a future in medical transcription?
- The medical transcriptionist's income and workplace.
- The pros and cons of medical transcription.
- All the different educational approaches compared. Which is the best for you?
- Home-based medical transcription.

Editorial Reviews

Review

George's Morton's book is like a long conversation with an experienced medical transcriptionist. No glossing over problems, no promises of training being quick and easy, nor suggestions of quick rewards. Instead, the profession is explained well and the questions most frequently asked instructors and practitioners alike are answered. I will suggest that my students read it thoroughly. I know that it will save me a lot of time going over and over the same material, so I am excited to have it available. -- Marcy Diehl, CMT, author of Medical Keyboarding, Typing, and Transcribing, nationally the most widely used medical transcription education textbook

I am really pleased to have gotten my hands on it. It provides a solid look at the profession and deals honestly with a lot of the questions I have about the work. I had not been able to obtain this kind of in-depth, useful information anywhere else. I'm glad you wrote it. -- a reader

I've just finished reading your book and just wanted to say "thanks"! I am convinced now, more than ever, that this is the career for me! You certainly covered all the bases. Now I'm ready to develop a plan of action. -- a reader

This book will be a valuable tool for anyone who does not understand what a medical transcriptionist is or does, and does nothing but give the honest and actual facts. A great contribution to the profession. -- Stella J. Olson, CMT, business owner and past president of the American Association for Medical Transcription

From the Back Cover

Is medical transcription the right career choice for you? "How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist" tells you not only "how" but "whether" to become a medical transcriptionist. This is a major career decision that should not be taken lightly.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 140 pages
• Publisher: Teresa Castaldi (May 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0966347005
• ISBN-13: 978-0966347005
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #915,742 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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107 of 107 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars How To Become A Medical Transcriptoinist, June 19, 2000

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Diana L. Ruzzin (Southfield, MI) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist (Paperback)

I find this book to be very informative and well worth the money if you are considering going into medical transcription, either working for a doctor or hospital or starting your own home based business. I personally was considering starting my own business and attending a course to do transcription, but I decided to purchase this book first. I had sought out in depth information before, but could not find any until I found this book. It showed me in detail all of the steps to take to become a medical transcriptionist and what you have to do to stay on top of this profession throughout the years. I highly recommend this book to anyone who has even remotely thought about this as a profession or a home business. It's very informative and helps you step by step throughout the entire process of becoming a medical transcriptionist. The author has the years of experience in this field and he is straight to the point, honest and very helpful.

62 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Decent Review of Medical Transcription, May 9, 2002

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Elizabeth B. "bookmaven" (Fort Worth, Texas USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist (Paperback)

This book is not "what you'll need to become a medical transcriptionist", as in books and equipment. Rather, it is a general "What is Medical Transcription?" along with things to think about while studying to be one.

I bought this book expecting the former but I'm not disapointed I read it. It explains the current situation in Medical Transcription as a job and answers questions like, "Is Medical Transcription right for me?" It also talks about the job itself and what one should expect - where does one work? are people paid well?

However, I am looking for a book that helps one study on their own to be a Medical Transcriptionst. Most courses seem pricey so I decided to just begin studying on my own. There are tapes of Medcial Dictation (with their transcripts) available on eBay. Unfortunatly, this book did not help too much in this regard except to ephasize the necessity of being competent with Medical Terminology and the importance of being certified by the AAMT.

If you're thinking about being a medical transcriptionst and want to read a gentle introduction to the field then this book is great but don't expect to read the exact steps to take for completing your own education.

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide!, March 5, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Become a Medical Transcriptionist (Paperback)

This book answered every one of my questions about Medical Transcription. It brings you past those glowing home-training advertisements and gives the real facts about what is involved in the training and actual work of this profession. It outlines everything from what skills/traits are needed to the various workplaces. I appreciated Mr. Morton's first hand thoughts about Medical Transcription since I've never met any MTs!

This is a definite must for anyone with some level of consideration for this well-respected career!