Typist Jobs

A Typist in the admin industry plays a pivotal role in ensuring effective communication and smooth operations within the organization. Their primary responsibilities include typing various documents, transcribing audio files, updating databases, and maintaining electronic filing systems. This role often requires high attention to detail, excellent typing speed and accuracy, and proficiency in using different office equipment and software like Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems, and transcription software.

Strong organizational skills, good written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure are crucial for a successful Typist. While formal education or degrees are not typically required, a high school diploma along with relevant certifications such as a Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) or Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) can boost employability. Prior experience in roles such as an Administrative Assistant, Data Entry Clerk, or Office Clerk can provide valuable experience and skills required for a Typist position.

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Documentation Specialist I

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 20 days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 20 days ago

Description Leidos is hiring for Documentation Specialist I to support the Federal Aviation Administrations CARES Registry. The successful candidates will be required to perform the basic duties...

Document Specialist

  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 hours ago

UMMARY: (Brief 3-5 sentence paragraph outlining the main purpose of the job) This position is responsible for the indexing of all incoming documents to core business units of the company....

Office Clerical Worker - Bookkeeper 25/26

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 2 hours ago

This is a job posting for the 2025-2026 School Year V. Sue Cleveland High School 240 Day Contract Job Title: Office Clerical Worker - Bookkeeper MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or...

Associate Service Delivery Processing Specialist

  • El Paso, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 3 hours ago

ADP is hiring an Associate Wage Garnishment Operations Specialist. Are you readyto join acompany offeringcareer advancementopportunities throughout your career journey? Do you want to join a...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 hours ago

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and...

Clerical Worker

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Clerical Worker PeopleReady of Gainesville, FL is now hiring Clerical Workers! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: Connections and...

Documentation Specialist

  • Vienna, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Job Title: Documentation Specialist L ocation : Hybrid Work Model Reporting to Winchester, VA or Pensacola, FL Pay Rate: Open to Both C2C and W2 options Position Type: Multiyear Contract...

Senior R&D Documentation Specialist - REMOTE

  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Canonsburg, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Requisition #: 16649 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between...

Remote Work

Documentation Specialist

  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago

ALTA IT Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of System One, a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions and integrated services. ALTA is an established leader in IT Staffing and...

Documentation Specialist (Technical Editor And Writer 1) 23091

  • Pearl Harbor, HI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Pearl Harbor, HI
  • 12 hours ago

Documentation Specialist (Technical Editor And Writer 1) 23091 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Hickam AFB, HI Date: Apr 27, 2025 Location: Hickam AFB, HI, Hawaii, United States Company: HII's Mission...

ER CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST - FT - Nights - Nrs Admin

  • Edinburg, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Edinburg, TX
  • 13 hours ago

DHR Health - US:TX:Edinburg - Nights Summary: POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Emergency Department Director/Supervisor and ER Physician Medical Director, the Clinical Documentation...

Deposit Document Specialist

  • Amarillo, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Amarillo, TX
  • 13 hours ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Deposit Document Specialist is responsible for processing imaging deposit account documentation in a timely manner. This position ensures front line staff is...

About SUNY Schenectady County Community College:SUNY Schenectady County Community College (SUNY Schenectady) is one of the State University of New York's finest two-year colleges located in...

Provides clerical support such as incidental typing, filing, ordering supplies, and sorting mail....

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Harlingen, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 16 hours ago

To promote appropriate clinical documentation through collaboration with the School of Medicine clinical staff by reviewing patient documents, assessing for accuracy and educating the patient care...

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Become A Fastest Typist In 14 Easy Steps
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Writing effective minutes of meeting
Minutes can be referred to as the notes or written records of a meeting. Minutes contain the names of the attendees, issues discussed in the meeting, views expressed by the participants, and...

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Salary for Typist Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Typists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.5%
High School or GED
24.9%
Associate's Degree
20.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Master's Degree
6.6%
Some College
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Typists
Less than 1 year
48.5%
1-2 years
28.1%
4-6 years
13.2%
2-4 years
6.0%
None
4.0%
10+ years
0.2%


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