- 1). Put your transcription business contact information and the client's information at the top of the contract.
- 2). Detail which party is responsible for furnishing the tools necessary to complete the job, such as software, foot pedal and reference materials.
- 3). Include a promise by you, as the transcriptionist, to do everything in your power to protect the confidentiality of the patient files and keep your computer security updated.
- 4). Detail the payment terms expected for completed work. Many transcriptionists are paid per line, such as 10 cents per 65-character line. Include the frequency of pay expected, as well as the method, such as by check or direct deposit. Include a rate for rush work.
- 5). Address what will happen if either party decides to end the contract, including length of notice required for any changes in or cancellation of the contract. This includes you returning any equipment supplied by the client and removing any supplied software from your computer, and the client paying any outstanding balance for work completed.
- 6). Include what will happen if either party breaks any portion of the contract, such as how damages will be paid or what constitutes immediate termination.
- 7). Include the date at which the contract begins and, if there is an end date, include that as well.
- 8). Leave spaces at the bottom of the contract for each party to sign.
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