A medical transcriptionist works in a variety of healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, and home healthcare. They transcribe reports that are generated by physicians and nurses in a hospital setting. In a clinic, they create and keep updated patient notes dictated by one or two physicians.They are used by diagnostic labs to keep track of imaging studies and pathology reports. They keep up-to-date records in home healthcare settings and record visits and procedures in outpatient clinics.

Medical Transcription in the Field of Oncology.

• Expertise in cancer treatment techniques is essential for a medical transcriptionist. Because it is essential for a patient's treatment, they must be especially careful to ensure that the documentation is free of errors. The reports, which include treatment plans, care given, patient histories, and other information, must be of the highest caliber.
• Physician consultations, chemotherapy reports, biopsy results, and other information must be accurately transcribed. Since transcription in the field of oncology will involve complex terminology, numerous quality control and editing steps are taken to ensure high accuracy.
• Medical transcriptionists are taught to comply with HIPAA regulations and protect patient privacy. Medical transcriptionists need to keep up with the latest technological advancements, as many hospitals are incorporating electronic health records (EHR) into their documentation systems. Medical transcriptionists working in the oncology field must be prepared to provide services quickly and flexibly in response to urgent situations.