Medical Transcriptionist Test

When looking to fill a medical transcriptionist position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A medical transcriptionist skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a medical transcriptionist skills test?

    A medical transcriptionist (MT) is a specialized job that involves the manual processing of voice notes that are dictated by medical and healthcare professionals which need translating into text format. These notes are critical to the professionals who dictate them so they must be accurate and translated in a timely manner.

    When hiring for a medical transcriptionist, it is beneficial to use a medical transcriptionist skills test so that the skills and abilities for this job role can be identified early on in the recruitment process, making it easier to shortlist the best possible candidates for the role.

    The test can be used in the recruitment process at any stage, but it is recommended to be administered during the pre-hiring stages such as after the application process. This allows hiring teams to identify the strongest candidates early on.

    The test is sent out to candidates to complete at home and consists of multiple-choice questions and a time limit.

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  1. What is a medical transcriptionist skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the medical transcriptionist skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures medical transcriptionist skills
  4. Medical Transcriptionist Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the medical transcriptionist skills test for pre-screening?

    Medical transcriptionists need a variety of skills including verbal reasoning, error checking, attention to detail and strong communication skills. Identifying these skills through traditional methods of recruitment can be challenging. That’s why a skill test can be so impactful.

    The questions in this test are designed to measure those skills needed to be a successful medical transcriptionist, and help recruiters identify top-quality candidates.

    The candidate’s scores can be compared fairly, providing the company with useful insights into each candidate's strengths and weaknesses. Those who show strengths in the required skills can then be shortlisted early on in the hiring process so more time can be invested in interviewing stronger candidates.

    Other professions which could use this test would include an interview transcriber, a foreign language translator or a psychologist.

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How our test measures medical transcriptionist skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to be a medical transcriptionist were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our medical transcriptionist test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

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    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

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Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Medical Transcriptionist Test FAQs

What skills are required to be a medical transcriptionist?

A medical transcriptionist needs a wide range of skills, but some of the most crucial pens include verbal reasoning, attention to detail, listening, reading and writing and strong communication skills.

How can I measure candidates’ soft skills for a medical transcriptionist?

Soft skills are an important area employers should measure. For a medical transcriptionist, soft skills like accountability, problem-solving and time management are essential. This test is effective in measuring such soft skills for this role.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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