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How much do online medical typing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for online medical typing in the United States is $164,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,000.00 and $268,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is online medical typing?

An Online Medical Typing job involves transcribing medical reports, patient records, and other healthcare documents from audio recordings or handwritten notes into digital format. Professionals in this role must have strong typing skills, medical terminology knowledge, and attention to detail to ensure accuracy. These jobs are often remote and provide flexibility, making them ideal for individuals with medical transcription experience or training.

How to get into online medical typing?

To start a career in online medical typing, you should have strong typing skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and proficiency with transcription software or electronic health record systems. Obtaining a certification in medical transcription or related training can improve job prospects, and many positions require a high school diploma or equivalent. Freelance platforms and healthcare companies often list remote medical typing jobs for qualified candidates.

How do I become an online medical typing professional?

To become an online medical typing professional, you should have strong typing skills, typically at least 60 words per minute, and familiarity with medical terminology. Completing a medical transcription course or certification can improve job prospects, and proficiency with transcription software and electronic health record systems is often required. Reliable internet access and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

What does an online medical typist do?

As an Online Medical Typist, your main duties include transcribing physicians’ audio notes into accurate, formatted medical documents, proofreading and editing transcripts for errors, and ensuring all records comply with confidentiality and industry standards. You may also be responsible for uploading files into electronic health record systems and occasionally clarifying unclear information with healthcare providers. This role often requires you to manage a steady volume of assignments, prioritize urgent requests, and stay up to date with medical terminology changes. Working independently is common, but you may also coordinate with medical staff or other typists to ensure high-quality documentation.

What skills and qualifications are needed for online medical typing?

To thrive in Online Medical Typing, you need excellent typing speed and accuracy, a solid grasp of medical terminology, and familiarity with transcription practices, often supported by a certificate in medical transcription or equivalent experience. Proficiency with word processing software, medical transcription platforms, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are standout soft skills. These capabilities ensure accurate documentation, efficient workflow, and protection of sensitive patient information in a remote setting.

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Infographic showing various Online Medical Typing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $164,731 per year, or $79.2 per hour.

HIM / Medical Records Technician

Vail Health Hospital

Edwards, CO

$40K - $55K/yr

Per diem

Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

About the opportunity:
The Health Information Management (HIM) Technician ensures a quality patient and provider experience by accurately processing Shaw Cancer Center patient medical records as needed for patient care, such as requesting medical records from other healthcare providers, collecting medical records, scanning patient records, coordinating release of information documentation, and identifies documentation deficiencies for physicians and providers all in accordance with Federal, State, Hospital, and Accrediting Body requirements. Routinely interacts with the public and physicians and providers.
 
What you will do:
  1. Works with providers and clinical staff to obtain complete medical records, primarily for established patients, using the medical records work list / work queue in the EHR. Thoroughly documents progress within the EHR of all tasks, including retrieval of pertinent patient materials. On a daily basis, reviews and rectifies those HIM work assignment queues, uses standard processes and protocols to monitor and follow up with patients, hospitals, medical practices, and other parties on patient records statuses.
  2. Facilitates the use of the EHR by capturing paper documentation, properly preparing the paper for scanning, scanning, and indexing documents within 1 hour of receipt. Is able to distinguish document types, operate the scanning unit effectively, and scan all documents to the appropriate patient records and to the appropriate documentation type location with 100% accuracy. Performs QA on scanning done by others, identifies errors by clinical staff, and addresses errors with the clinical staff. Trains staff on proper scanning and indexing of documents.
  3. Interacts with providers, clinical staff, and the public (patients, insurers, attorneys, State and Federal agencies, etc.) to accommodate requests for copies of patient information. Understands the release of information policies and associated Federal, State, and Hospital policies. Assists with release of information periodically or when on weekend rotation. Obtains appropriate release request document and verifies patient identity prior to release. Accurately logs releases in hospital logging system. Efficiently prepares copies of requested in paper, CD, PDF, Fax and other approved electronic formats. Accommodates patient and physician requests within same day. Ensures only the minimum necessary is disclosed in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
  4. Assists in processing paperwork and completing administrative tasks associated with clinical care including managing records requests, orders, scanning, and uploading records.
  5. Resolves problems independently, ensures continuous communication with clinical and non-clinical team members, and appropriately escalates issues to leadership.
  6. Recognizes emergencies and appropriately responds using standard operating procedures and critical thinking skills. 
  7. As an integral member of the business office team and to encourage growth of team members' skills and knowledge, the HIM Tech I is cross-trained and can cover the roles, as needed, of Patient Access Representative I.
  8. Responsible for coordinating with other business office team members when out of the office to ensure HIM activity continues seamlessly.
  9. Role models the principles of Just Culture and Organizational Values
  10. Performs other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
 
What you will need:
 
Experience:
    • One year of medical office or clinical experience required.
    • Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
    • Prior experience with medical records; collecting, scanning, and requesting preferred.
License(s):
  • N/A
Certification(s):
  • N/A
Computer / Typing:
    • Use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse, and experience with basic Microsoft Office applications required.
    • Typing skills of no less than 20 WPM required.
    • Ability to search resources and/or Internet to locate physician and healthcare facility information to make appropriate decisions.
    • Must possess the computer skills necessary to complete work assignments, online learning requirements for job specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
 
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

PRN (POOL) benefits include: Wellbeing reimbursement funds and 403(b) contribution eligibility.Â