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Transcriptionists listen to a voice recording made by a doctor or other healthcare professional and either transcribes the information into a captured electronic record, or reviews and edits a version produced by a speech recognition technology software program for the record. These reports become part of the legal medical record and include medical histories, discharge summaries, physical examination reports, operating room reports, diagnostic imaging studies, consultation reports, autopsy reports, referral letters and other documents. These reports are important because they serve as the foundation for ongoing clinical decision-making, continuity of care, maximized reimbursement and risk management.  \nGraduates may elect to take a credentialing exam to become a Registered HealthcareDocumentation Specialist (RHDS).  \nEssential Job Functions  \n• Accurate listening ability / skills  \n• Ability to sit for long periods of time  \n• Accurate keyboarding skills  \n• Attention to detail  \n• Concentration and critical thinking skills  \n• Strong English grammar skills  \nCareer Opportunities  \nThe RHDS has many diverse employment opportunities from which to choose. The majority are employed in the following work setting:  \n• Hospitals  \n• Clinics  \n• Physician Offices  \n• Legal Offices  \n• Pathology / Radiology  \n• Transcription Service / Home Based  \n• Independent Contractor / Home Based  \nApproximate Salary in Nevada  \nHourly Wage Range   $16.16- $23.30 Median Hourly Wage   $18.52  \nSource: Nevada 2018 OES Wage Data [www.nevadaworkforce.com](www.nevadaworkforce.com)  \n\n| \u003Cbr>Approximate Costs\u003Cbr>(Costs are subject to change) Tuition: | |\n| --- | --- |\n| |  |\n\nProgram Description  \nThe Healthcare Documentation Specialist program is designed for the working student. The majority of students carry 6-7 credit hours per semester and continue to work full-time jobs. The standard rule for study time is approximately 3 hours for every 1 credit hour. The program courses are all offered online, thus physical attendance in class is not required.  \nAdmission Requirements  \nThe CSN Healthcare Documentation Specialist program is an Open Entry program, therefore, a “Limited Entry Application to a Health Science Program” is NOT required. However, there may be course restrictions or prerequisites. Cross reference each required course with the College Catalog to verify any restrictions. See the reverse side for specific requirements.  \nApplication Deadline  \nNo application is required. Complete all courses listed on the reverse side to receive a Certificate of Achievement in Healthcare Documentation Specialist.  \nThe information provided in this literature is for advisement purposes only.  \nCollege of Southern Nevada, Health Programs Advisement Office, 6375 West Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146, Phone: (702) 651-5885","cbCaic3OzkdAFhW3","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaic3OzkdAFhW3","pdf",221399,"English","# Job Description\n## Essential Job Functions\n## Career Opportunities\n# Program Description\n## Admission Requirements\n## Application Deadline","[{\"question\":\"What does a healthcare documentation specialist do in medical transcription?\",\"answer\":\"They listen to voice recordings from doctors or other healthcare professionals and transcribe the information into electronic records, or review and edit speech-recognition outputs. 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