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TRANSCRIPTIONIST

North Little Rock, AR

High school graduate with at least one year of medical transcription experience, psychiatric experience preferred. Skills and Abilities: * Must have typing skill of at least 60 words per minute.

UHS

TRANSCRIPTIONIST

North Little Rock, AR · On-site

High school graduate with at least one year of medical transcription experience, psychiatric experience preferred. Skills and Abilities: * Must have typing skill of at least 60 words per minute.

UHS

TRANSCRIPTIONIST

North Little Rock, AR · On-site

High school graduate with at least one year of medical transcription experience, psychiatric experience preferred. Skills and Abilities: * Must have typing skill of at least 60 words per minute.

County of Sacramento

Psychiatric Nurse

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$136K - $150K/yr

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational ... Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Treatment Center are licensed and ...

Sacramento County, CA

Psychiatric Nurse

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$136K - $150K/yr

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational ... Psychiatric health facilities such as the County's Mental Health Treatment Center are licensed and ...

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How much do psychiatric transcription jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for psychiatric 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 psychiatric transcription?

A Psychiatric Transcription job involves listening to recorded psychiatric evaluations, therapy sessions, or medical reports and converting them into written documents. Transcriptionists must have strong knowledge of psychiatric terminology and ensure accuracy and confidentiality. These transcripts become part of a patient's official medical record and help psychiatrists track progress and treatment plans. Attention to detail, proficiency in medical transcription software, and adherence to privacy regulations like HIPAA are essential for this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed for psychiatric transcription?

Excelling as a Psychiatric Transcriptionist requires strong medical transcription abilities, attention to detail, and familiarity with psychiatric terminology, typically supported by completion of a medical transcription program or relevant experience. Knowledge of transcription software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and dictation tools, as well as a solid understanding of HIPAA regulations, is essential. Outstanding listening skills, discretion, and the ability to work independently are valuable soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure accurate, confidential documentation of sensitive psychiatric reports, which is crucial for effective patient care and legal compliance.

What are common challenges faced by psychiatric transcriptionists and how can they be managed?

Psychiatric transcriptionists often encounter challenges such as deciphering complex medical terminology, understanding varying accents or dictation speeds, and ensuring strict confidentiality with sensitive patient information. Adapting to different physicians’ dictation styles and staying current with changes in mental health documentation standards can also be demanding. Staying organized, making use of reliable reference materials, and consistently double-checking work for accuracy can help manage these challenges. Supportive team environments and access to ongoing training can further enhance job satisfaction and performance.

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Infographic showing various Psychiatric Transcription job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,067 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

PSYCHIATRIC NURSING ASSISTANT

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Tripler Army Medical Center, HI

$42K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 539 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 49 rated military and defense

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About the Position: This position is with Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) in the Directorate of Nursing Psychiatric Unit in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Tripler Army Medical Center is a tobacco-free workplace. Tobacco products include, but are not limited to, smoking, smokeless tobacco, and electronic nicotine delivery devices.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Providing assistance to patients with psychological or psychiatric conditions; 2) Assisting medical personnel with psychiatric diagnosis and treatment plans; and 3) Performing administrative tasks. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).
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Education: Four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree.
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Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education beyond two years (total semester hours minus 60) by 60. Add the two percentages.
Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites.
Education above high school level completed in a college, university, or other educational institution must be accredited by one of the accrediting agencies or associations recognized by the Secretary, U.S. Department of Education.
When using education to qualify you must submit your transcripts.Employment Type: OTHER

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