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Medical Transcriptionist Schools in Nevada - NV
By an allied health world contributing writer
Published: January 18th, 2010
Medical Transcription Schools in Nevada
Even though there are not any types of formal degrees needed to become a medical transcriptionist in Nevada, it is important to keep yourself educated and on top of the necessary certification needed to market yourself in the field.
At the community college level, the certificate program usually takes one year and is a 30-unit program that consists of numerous medical, English and computer courses. Some community colleges require a two-year Associates degree, which include the same type of coursework. Both programs will enable a transcriptionist to receive entry-level work. There are some Nevada medical transcription schools that include on the job training which is highly beneficial for building the needed foundation to succeed in the field.
Though it is not required to continue your education after receiving the initial AA degree or certificate, it is highly recommended to keep up to date with the latest medical and technological information as it is updated. It is also recommended that one take the Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) certification exam after working in the field for two years. The exam costs $10 and when passed, will allow a transcriptionist to put CMT (certified medical transcriptionist) after their name. The certificate expires every three years and required 30 units of continuing education to be renewed. Classes in medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, English skills, and keyboarding can be taken for the continuing education units. Receiving the AHDI certification allows for higher wages and better job prospects.
Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Medical Transcriptionists in Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada may be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including the Spring Valley Hospital, Sunrise Hospital, Desert Springs Hospital and Northern Nevada Medical Center.