Medical Transcriptionists work in nursing homes, medical group, health maintenance organizations, clinics, and hospitals. The Medical Transcriptionist transcribes written and audio-tapes information concerning patients into a computer data base. They must be able to read and understand medical language and are responsible for the accuracy of patient records in the medical setting. Insurance, accounting, and law firms that deal in health matters employ Medical Transcriptionists to tabulate and analyze data from medical records. Public health department hire technicians to supervise data collection from health care institutions and to assist in research. Some self-employed Medical Transcriptionist are consultants to nursing homes and physicians' offices. For further information, call 502-595-4275. Areas of Study: Keyboarding/Speedbuilding Word Processing Medications Conditions of Illness Machine Transcription Medical Terminology Anatomy and Physiology