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Medical Transcriptionist
Healthcare

Medical Transcriptionist

1 Description of the job

A medical transcriptionist converts doctors' voice recordings into written reports, using medical terms accurately.

  • Listen to and type medical dictation
  • Check terms and edit reports
  • Maintain patient confidentiality

2 Skills required

Medical terminology Typing speed Listening Attention to detail English language Confidentiality Computer skills

3 Opportunities available in the market

Hospitals and outsourcing companies provide transcription work, though AI tools are changing the field.

  • Healthcare BPO / transcription companies
  • Hospitals and diagnostic centres
  • Freelance and remote work

4 Salary range

Fresher (0–2 yrs)₹1.8 – 3 LPA≈ ₹15K – ₹25K / month
Mid-level (3–8 yrs)₹3.5 – 5.5 LPA≈ ₹29K – ₹46K / month
Senior / specialist₹6 – 9 LPA≈ ₹50K – ₹75K / month

Indicative only. These ranges are estimates compiled from general industry knowledge and public pay surveys, not audited figures. Actual pay depends on the employer, city, qualification, certifications and experience. Check current job listings before deciding.

5 Job openings — which states have more

#StateMain hubsDemand
1 Karnataka
Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru
Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mangaluru
High demand
2 Maharashtra
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur
Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur
High demand
3 Tamil Nadu
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai
High demand

Indicative ranking of where employers and training institutions in this field are concentrated — not an official count of vacancies. Check the National Career Service portal (ncs.gov.in) and the government job portal for current openings.

Government job portal: National Career Service (ncs.gov.in)

Current openings — BiharCareer

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