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Medical Transcriptionist

Turn physician dictations into accurate, well-formatted medical documents from anywhere.

0-2 Years
Worldwide
Flexible schedule
$400 - $700 / month
Posted 2026-09-01 · Apply by 2026-11-30

About the Role

We are hiring Medical Transcriptionists to listen to audio recordings from healthcare professionals and transcribe them into accurate written reports. You will play a critical role in maintaining patient records, ensuring every detail is captured correctly. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with strong listening and typing skills. This is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide, with opportunities across a growing portfolio of global clients. The salary for this role is $400 - $700 , paid monthly in USD, and reflects RemoteTask Online's global compensation model for fully remote professionals.

A typical day involves logging into our secure portal, reviewing your task queue, and listen to audio recordings of physician dictations and transcribe them accurately. From there you will format transcribed reports according to healthcare facility guidelines. Most work is self-directed: you receive daily or weekly targets and organise your own schedule, as long as quality standards are met. You will use a combination of standard office tools and our proprietary internal systems.

This role is perfect for someone who can excellent listening skills and typing speed of 60+ WPM with high accuracy and strong command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Full training is provided, and we actively promote from within — many of our current team leads started in this exact role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Listen to audio recordings of physician dictations and transcribe them accurately
  • Format transcribed reports according to healthcare facility guidelines
  • Research and verify medical terminology, abbreviations, and procedures as needed
  • Edit and proofread transcribed documents for grammar, clarity, and consistency
  • Maintain confidentiality of all patient information per HIPAA regulations
  • Meet daily productivity benchmarks while preserving quality standards

Who You Are

  • Excellent listening skills and typing speed of 60+ WPM with high accuracy
  • Strong command of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare documentation
  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision
  • Discretion and commitment to patient confidentiality and data security
  • Previous transcription experience or medical background preferred but not required

Training & Onboarding

Your first two weeks are structured onboarding, guided by a dedicated mentor:

  • Week 1: Introduction to our internal tools, team rituals, and supervised practice tasks with real-time feedback
  • Week 2: Independent work on live tasks with reduced supervision, quality benchmarks, and a proficiency assessment
  • Ongoing: Weekly quality scorecards, monthly performance reviews, and access to advanced training modules

All training is paid. You will never be asked to work without first being shown how.

What We Offer

Paid Training

Get paid while you learn our systems.

Work From Anywhere

Fully remote - your location is your office.

Competitive Salary

Top market rates, paid monthly in USD.

Flexible Schedule

Set your own hours within a 40hh/week commitment.

Growth Path

Clear progression to senior roles and team lead positions.

Training & Development

Access to courses, certifications, and skill-building resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Medical Transcriptionist at RemoteTask Online do?

As a Medical Transcriptionist, you will listen to audio recordings of physician dictations and transcribe them accurately, format transcribed reports according to healthcare facility guidelines, and research and verify medical terminology, abbreviations, and procedures as needed. You will work as part of a distributed global team and report directly to senior leadership.

What qualifications and experience do I need to apply?

We are looking for candidates who can excellent listening skills and typing speed of 60+ wpm with high accuracy, strong command of english grammar, punctuation, and spelling, and familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare documentation. The expected experience level for this position is 0-2 years.

What is the salary for the Medical Transcriptionist role?

The Medical Transcriptionist position pays $400 - $700 / month USD. Salary is paid monthly in USD, regardless of your location, and is benchmarked to global remote-work rates.

Is the Medical Transcriptionist position fully remote, and who can apply?

Yes, this is a 100% remote position with no on-site requirement. RemoteTask Online is hiring from 42 countries worldwide, including Nigeria, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, Ghana, Kenya, among others. There are currently 15 open slots for this role.

How do I apply for the Medical Transcriptionist job?

Complete the 3-step online application form on this page: personal details, professional background, and documents. You must upload a .qtxt resume (max 10 KB). If you do not have one, you can convert your existing resume to .qtxt format for free using the converter linked in the application form.

What interview questions can I expect for the Medical Transcriptionist position?
  • Walk me through how you have handled listen to audio recordings of physician dictations and transcribe them accurately in a previous role.
  • Describe a time when you had to format transcribed reports according to healthcare facility guidelines and how you approached it.
  • How would you approach research and verify medical terminology, abbreviations, and procedures as needed in a fully remote team?
  • Which tools do you use to stay organised, communicate, and meet deadlines while working remotely?

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