This module focuses on equipping Medical Office Administrative Assistants (MOAs) with the essential skills in medical transcription. The ability to transcribe medical terms accurately is a crucial aspect of administrative responsibilities in a medical office setting. This module covers the operation of dictation machines, listening and comprehension skills, and the transcription process with emphasis on speed, accuracy, and language proficiency.

Knowledge Core Competency: Upon completing this module, you will have a solid understanding of the key concepts in medical transcription, including the administrative responsibilities associated with this skill.

Objectives:

1. Recall and articulate the administrative responsibilities and tools related to medical transcription.
2. Describe the medical fundamentals in the context of allied health areas.
3. Define the process to develop accurate transcription skills, guiding yourself through the transcription process.
4. State the mechanics of medical transcription.
5. Describe the requirements to achieve a high level of proficiency in medical transcription.

Skill Core Competency: After completing this module, you will possess the practical skills to transcribe medical documents accurately and proficiently.

Objectives:

1. Use medical fundamentals relevant to allied health areas.
2. Adopt the administrative responsibilities associated with medical transcription.
3. Guide yourself through the transcription process efficiently.
4. Transcribe medical documents in allied health areas with a high level of proficiency.

Module Highlights: This module emphasizes the practical application of medical transcription skills, ensuring that MOAs can transcribe medical terms accurately and efficiently. The focus on speed, accuracy, and language proficiency prepares you to meet the demands of medical transcription in a healthcare administrative role.