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New England Baptist Hospital

Unit Secretary

Dedham, MA · On-site

$43K - $53K/yr

Organizes and accurately maintains the unit census/assignment log book and patient board. Completes ... Responsible for accurate transcription of patient orders Job Requirements Education: HS degree ...

New England Baptist Hospital

Unit Secretary

Boston, MA · On-site

$46K - $56K/yr

Organizes and accurately maintains the unit census/assignment log book and patient board. Completes ... Responsible for accurate transcription of patient orders Job Requirements Education: HS degree ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$74K/yr

... including book-to-floor and floor-to-book methods), and executing location and condition ... transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required ...

US Department of the Army

Supply Technician

Mcalester, OK · On-site

$50K/yr

Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of ... Use an automated supply system to manage property book items and * Compile supply information and ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for book transcription in the United States is $22.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a book transcription?

A Book Transcription job involves converting printed or handwritten books into a digital text format. This process requires accuracy, attention to detail, and sometimes familiarity with specialized terminology, depending on the book's subject. Transcribers listen to audio recordings or scan physical copies to type out the content in a structured and readable manner. This work helps authors, publishers, and researchers preserve, edit, or repurpose written material for digital or print use.

What is a typical workday like for a book transcription professional?

A typical day in book transcription involves listening to audio recordings or reviewing scanned manuscripts, transcribing content into precise, readable text, and conducting regular accuracy checks. You may spend several hours at a computer, managing multiple projects and meeting specific formatting or style guidelines established by publishers or authors. Collaboration with clients, editors, or project managers is common, especially when clarifying unclear passages or addressing feedback. While most positions offer flexible scheduling, meeting deadlines and maintaining high accuracy rates are constant expectations in the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the book transcription position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Book Transcription professional, you need excellent listening skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and strong attention to detail, often supported by experience with transcription work or related qualification. Familiarity with digital audio playback software and word processing tools, such as Express Scribe and Microsoft Word, is commonly required. Strong time management, organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines consistently help you excel, especially when working remotely or independently. These competencies ensure error-free, timely transcriptions that meet client or publisher standards.

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Infographic showing various Book Transcription job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,067 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Unit Secretary, Full Time- 40 hours

New England Baptist Hospital

Boston, MA • On-site

$46K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Category:
Administrative Jobs
Position Type:
Regular
Hours Per Week:
Full time 40 hours per week
FT/PT/PD:
Full time
Position Summary:
The Unit Secretary is responsible for the coordination of non-clinical aspects of the nursing unit.
Principal Duties and Essential Functions:
  1. Coordinates and facilitates all intra and interdepartmental patient activities. Organizes patient flow on the unit.
  2. Answers and coordinates response to patient call light and phone calls.
  3. Organizes and accurately maintains the unit census/assignment log book and patient board. Completes the patient classification shift report.
  4. Communicates patient information or changes affecting the unit to the appropriate personnel. Maintains patient medical record from admission to discharge. Communicates to appropriate departments, patient admission, discharge, or transfer.
  5. Responsible for accurate transcription of patient orders

Job Requirements
Education:
HS degree minimum required.
Required Work Experience:
1 year of administrative/secretarial experience required. Medical Terminology required. Hospital experience strongly preferred.

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