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Return to transcription - LakeLady


Posted: Nov 29, 2011

I have been away from transcription for 2 years, but have 10 years experience before that.  I am looking to return and would love any advice on ways to brush up on transcription without having to pay for expensive courses.  Also, any companies that would be willing to hire in this situation.  Thanks!

Good To Go - Tina

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I think that even with a 2-year gap, that with 10 years of experience, you should be good to go. Maybe if you had been away for 5+ years it would be more of a problem. A site that might help a bit with lots of sample reports and terminology is medicaltranscriptionwordhelp.synthasite.com. Hope this helps!

Return to transcription - LakeLady

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Thank you so much Tina!


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