Basic MT knowledge, skills and abilities

Basic MT knowledge, skills and abilities
It is no doubt that a medical transcriptionist must have some basic medical knowledge.Since medical transcription job involves recording medical reports of different kinds, he must know these terms, their pronunciation and spellings, and what each term means in the given context. * Knowledge of basic to advanced medical terminology is essential.
* Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
* Knowledge of disease processes.
* Knowledge of medical style and grammar.
* Average verbal communication skills.
* Above-average memory skills.
* Ability to sort, check, count, and verify numbers with accuracy.
* Demonstrated skill in the use and operation of basic office equipment/computer.
* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
* Records maintenance skills or ability.
* Above-average typing skills.
* Knowledge and experience transcribing (from training or real report work) in the Basic Four work types: History and Physical Exam, Consultation, Operative Report, and Discharge Summary.
* Knowledge of and proper application of grammar.
* Knowledge of and use of correct punctuation and capitalization rules.
* Demonstrated MT proficiencies in multiple report types and multiple specialties.
If the person has all the other essential skills needed for a medical transcriptionist, but no understanding of medical terminologies, he can never aspire to be a successful medical transcriptionist. Medical transcription services Medical transcription service