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Medical Transcriptionists

O*NET 31-9094.00 · SOC 31-9094

Projected Growth
+12%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$40k
BLS OEWS, May 2025
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Education & How to Get In

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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)

Most Medical Transcriptionists positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.

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Work Environment

Primary Setting

Structured — offices, data centers, or remote

Work Style

Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins

Personality Fit (RIASEC)

Conventional (Organizers)6.3
Social (Helpers)3.7
Investigative (Thinkers)3.6
Realistic (Doers)2.5
Artistic (Creators)1.7
Enterprising (Persuaders)1.3

Who Thrives as Medical Transcriptionist?

Based on the interests and work style this role actually demands, these personality types tend to fit it best. Salary and growth tell you if a career is worth entering — personality fit tells you whether you'll still want it in five years.

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