Word Processor Jobs

A Word Processor in the admin industry is pivotal for the creation, editing, and refining of documents including reports, memos, and correspondences. They are responsible for converting rough drafts, voice recordings, or raw data into a polished end product. They use various software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and database management, ensuring all documents and reports accurately represent the organization's standards. Accuracy, attention to detail, speed, and a keen eye for formatting, grammar, punctuation, and spelling are crucial skills for this role.

Before becoming a Word Processor, one could have roles as an Administrative Assistant, a Data Entry Clerk, or a Typist. These positions help develop key skills such as touch typing, familiarity with software tools, and understanding of office procedures, which are critical for a Word Processor. Relevant certifications that can boost a Word Processor's credentials include Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), and certification in relevant software programs such as WordPerfect or Adobe Acrobat. This demonstrates proficiency in word processing and other administrative software.

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Clinical Documentation Specialist Exempt -Cdi

  • Opelika, AL
  • moments ago
  • Opelika, AL
  • moments ago

EAMC MISSION At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service,...

Quality Documentation Specialist

  • Noblesville, IN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Noblesville, IN
  • 3 hours ago

Summary: Seeking a Quality Documentation Specialist to support document processes for FDA and customer audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. Requirements: High School Diploma or...

Application Development Documentation Specialist Technical Writer

  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 3 hours ago

12+ MONTHS Contract 5 days a week office ( NO REMOTE WORK IS ALLOWED) Memphis, TN Work Scope: Application Development Documentation Specialist perform process documentation for the Application...

Clinical Documentation Specialist

  • Naples, FL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary The Clinical Documentation Specialist (CDS) performs clinical documentation improvement (CDI) activities to support the accuracy, quality, and completeness of patient records at...

Part-Time Transcriptionist, Accessibility Services and Resources

  • Spring, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Spring, TX
  • 7 hours ago

processing, spreadsheets, and databases Ability to maintain a professional and friendly attitude and to quickly develop rapport with a wide variety of people Strong interpersonal and communication...

Medical Scribe (Transcriptionist)

  • Fishers, IN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fishers, IN
  • 7 hours ago

Medical Scribe (Transcriptionist) Axia Women's Health - 2.7 Fishers, IN Job Details Part-time Estimated: $33K - $36.5K a year 22 hours ago Qualifications EHR systems High school diploma or GED...

Documentation Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 7 hours ago

Documentation Specialist#25-63870 Madison, WI All On-site Job Description Responsible for managing parts setup in SAP to support new launches, promotions and custom products. Must be detail...

Documentation Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 8 hours ago

For those who want to keep growing, learning, and evolving. We at Kelly hear you, and were here for you! Were seeking a Documentation Specialist to work at a premiere client in in Madison, WI....

Transcriptionist

  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 8 hours ago
  • The Woodlands, TX
  • 8 hours ago

processing, spreadsheets, and databases Ability to maintain a professional and friendly attitude and to quickly develop rapport with a wide variety of people Strong interpersonal and communication...

Senior Clerk Typist

  • Palmyra, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Palmyra, NY
  • 8 hours ago

Preparing various documents to include but not limited to: word-processed documents, spreadsheets, and presentations....

Specimen Processing Specialist

  • Dublin, OH
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 10 hours ago

Job Summary: Specimen Processors are responsible for introducing specimens to the laboratory for testing through various Laboratory Information Systems and automated instrumentation. Processors...

Senior Clerk Typist

  • Eden, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Eden, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Senior Clerk Typist Eden Central School District 8289 N. Main St. Eden, NY 14057 Classified - Position - Clerk Typist - competitive Job Number ... Start Date Open Date 07/09/2025 Closing Date...

Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist Part-Time Temp to Hire

  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Summary: Works with Commercial Bankers to prepare loan documents for any new, modification or renewal of our commercial loans with minimal supervision to close the transaction and complete the...

CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION SPECIALIST - Medical Records Administration

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY SHIFT: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM The Clinical Documentation Specialist conducts concurrent and retrospective medical documentation reviews on inpatient medical records to identify clinical...

Typist Clerk III (2335)

  • CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • CA
  • 12 hours ago

Performs complex clerical work relating to a specific function or program requiring specialized knowledge and involving frequent and responsible contacts. Clerical duties require the ability to...

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Salary for Word Processor Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Word Processors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
28.6%
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 Word Processors
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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