Medical transcriptionists

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

• Court reporters

• Record verbatim proceedings of courtroom using electronic stenograph machine or stenomask

• Respond to requests during court sessions to read back verbatim evidence

• Transcribe recorded proceedings in accordance with established formats

• Verify accuracy of transcripts by checking copy against original record of proceedings and accuracy of rulings by checking with judge

• Research and locate quotes to ensure accuracy

• Respond to requests for transcripts ordered by judges, lawyers or the public

• File and store shorthand notes of court session.

• Medical transcriptionists

• Transcribe recorded dictation in accordance with established formats or written documentation from medical reports, correspondence, health records and patient information

• Proofread work for typographical and grammatical errors

• Edit transcripts for missing or incorrect content and formatting.