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Need opinion... - Posted By: SM

I am currently a newbie doing transcription for a very high volume acute care hospital. I am having a hard time meeting production, and they are opening a position with a psych hospital. To be honest, I am bored with what I am doing now. I am wondering if I decide to take the psych position that maybe it might give me a chance to improve on my production and mix up my day a little better. Since I have such a wide range of doctors right now and such a wide range of reports, it is hard for me to make any templates or anything that can help with my production. Any advice would be much appreciated.

"The Letter" - Posted By: nss

I got my "letter" from MQ today, and immediately called my supervisor to tell him that once that goes into effect I will no longer to ASR.......... hopefully everyone will do this (or at least the majority) and MQ will hear us ??

Typing IME's - Posted By: Wondering

Just trying to get a few ideas for obtaining more work.....probably like a lot of other starving MTs!

Does anyone type strictly IME's? If so, is the pay any better than traditional transcription? Any info greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Vianeta...does anyone work with this software? - Posted By: Thank you! nm

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Refusal to do certain doctors... - Posted By: SCMT

Does anyone have a lot of doctors on an account, with one doctor that is impossible to understand and takes waaaaaay to long to do? Has anyone actually refused to transcribe for that specific doctor (and still kept their job!)?

Which font if charging by page? - Posted By: USA mls

I am doing something very different from my usual transcription. They want it single space and a different format. I am using Courier New 10 and it looks like they are getting a heck of a lot on the page for what I am charging - I am working for ZIP with this setup. Can anyone tell me what font to use, this is so small when I print it, that I can barely read it, my eyes are killing me as well. Help! You can E-mail me if you wish, I am very, very tired, 12 hour days on this with little to show for it.

how do get rid of password protected -sm - Posted By: Cindy

computer. I had it so a password needed to be entered on my PC but would like to change that now. How do I do that? Thanks.

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY from all the staff at MTStars! - Posted By: Administrator nm

A quick ? - Posted By: Travis Bateman

Hello everyone, I am new to this board and just have a really quick question that I would like someone to answer please. On the MT job openings page when you click on an opening and in the employers description of the job they say to reply to and email address and then they list the address. However each job opening has a "apply now" tab at the bottom. Doesn't it just email your resume when you click that and submit it? You don't also have to copy the employers email address and then sign into your email and send a message to them that way too do you? Thank you,

Travis

how to use keyboard for centering - Posted By: tjurs

I like using keyboard versus mouse commands. I was wondering if there are any commands for centering rather than having to mouse up to the top hit center and then type in....

thanx.

tiffin

Should it be "life cycle management" or "lifecycle management"? - Posted By: Marie

Having a debate at work.

My doc started her dictation by saying sm - Posted By: mlstoo

Transcriptionist, hope you are having a great day! Some docs do think of us.

JonBenet Ramsey--sm - Posted By: kps

Just letting anyone who is interested know that a man has been arrested in Bankok Thailand in regards to the murder of JonBenet Ramsey. He is apparently a second grade school teacher and had lived in Georgia near the Ramsey's. Very little else is known, yet. Apparently the Ramsey's knew about him as a suspect before Ms. Ramsey passed away. I am happy! this has been too long in coming! may she now rest in peace!

I have a couple of questions about a resume. - Posted By: How to explain ability to do ESL? -sm

I saw a resume where the MT put that she had experience with " ESL (English second language) " and one that was all fancy saying "uncommon ability to understand diverse accents and dialects "

and also - if you have done QA, what do you call it? -just QA or quality assurance.

any Tampa transcriptionists here? - Posted By: Tampa

I would love to know - I have a question.

thanks!

Run!!!! Run!!! Run!!! - Posted By: Sneaser

For anyone that is considering going to an At-Home Professions seminar to take the course for Medical Transcription or anything else for that matter.....RUN AS FAR AWAY AS YOU CAN!!!!

This course, in no way, prepares you for a career in Medical Transcription!!!!

I know, I was one of the dummies that took the course and now cannot find a job because At-Home was not thorough enough!!!!

expressScribe/Quicktime sm - Posted By: bunny

I downloaded ExpressScribe for work but I also have QuickTime so I can use ITunes. The QuickTime seems to over-ride the ExpressScribe and play the audio files which are dictation. I want to use the ExpressScribe so I can use my foot pedal. When I uninstall QuickTime ExpressScribe works, when I reinstall QuickTime only QuickTime works. So QuickTime must be set to default or something.

Anybody know how I can get both these to work or is there another player that will work with the USB footpedal to play the dictations but still allow QuickTime on the computer for other stuff?

Thanks

Bariatric surgery - Posted By: ARMadCat

My employer is strongly considering outsourcing, so I'm looking for a national company with insurance that will help pay for laparoscopic surgery.

Need help on drug board please. TIA - Posted By: JoH

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where's my post from today?? - Posted By: luv2type

I wrote a post regarding some QA issues. I saw it had a few 'views' - but now it's gone! Help me find it - thanks !

I have been reading the boards and I am confused...sm - Posted By: baffled

How can MTs do this job for 20+ years and still do NOT know what expansion programs and medical spellcheckers are? Just seems strange to me. When I first started doing this from home, I tried to "educate" myself about my computer, different programs used in MT, etc.....

Bare Minerals - Posted By: makeup

Anyone use Bare Minerals makeup? If so, how do you like it? I was thinking of trying it.

for those using DC-10 headsets - Posted By: sm, not OP

I was all ready to purchase this headset on-line when i noticed they appear to be monoaural (1 stripe) rather than stereo (with 2 stripes on connector). I plug into my PC -- do i need a headset with a different connector, or is there an adaptor of some sort? thanks.

Is anyone missing a good reality TV show right about now? - Posted By: Curious

I'm so bored with TV right about now. I used to look forward to Survivor, the Apprentice and even Martha Apprentice. Am I the only one who thinks Desperate Housewives is just plain goofy and most of the sit coms with canned laughter fall flat? Help. Find me a good show this is not concocted to appeal to the lowest common denominator watching TV.

Back to school bellyache - what to do? - Posted By: WI MT

I'm sure this is a common thing, but my 9-year-old daughter has been having a bellyache for the entire week leading up to the first day of school, and yesterday at school she said her belly was just killing her all day. I know she has some social anxiety issues, worries about no one wanting to play with her, etc., but how can I help her? In the week before school started I had four girls over from her class and they all had a great time playing together, so I know there are decent girls that she can play with at school. She's my oldest child so I'm still learning with her myself. I've given her all the love and hugs and encouragement I can, so now I'm starting to wonder if maybe a little Pepcid or Zantac would help? I have a strong family history of stomach ulcers, I'm so worried that she is starting down this path already. Any suggestions?

Canned - Posted By: tia

Did anyone every have one company where they totally bombed and another where they just loved you? Been with hospital for 11 years and never had any problems, if fact, told by a passing through doctor, one of the best he's worked with. My first national pt position let me go because my QA was low. I have a lot of ESL on primary account but this company had a couple of docs that I could not understand at all even after looking over old reports.

Sorry, I guess I need to get a little cheese with mine Whine.

Snippy MTSO Ads - Posted By: Zippymt

Is anybody else getting fed up with the snippy MTSO ads for help? One in particular said "If you aren't off of QA in a week, then you should not have applied." Maybe it's time we took the business back.

Help needed...are there any rights/repercussions for an IC... - Posted By: Experienced MT

who was fired after a year of employment as an IC? No warning was given. IC had a problem with TAT one day, rather than MTSO firing that day, waited a week and then was just let go. Is there any way to apply for unemployment....any rights at all for an IC? Now I will have no income until next job starts. I have a family to support and bills that are due. Wow, I am just so surprised!!

A rescue helicopter crashed in N.O. but all got out - Posted By: Just me

safe and alive. My heart and prayers go out to all these people.

Is Error rate post on wrong board? - Posted By: Dell

No responses -- just wondering if I should be on a different board? Could you direct me please? I am new to this site. I own a small medical transcription service with 19 transcriptionists -- needing to implement an error rate policy and looking for suggestions on how other services have done this? Thanking you in advance for any and all assistance! D.

Wireless & Cable... - Posted By: ExtremeMT

I know this is probably a stupid question, but what the heck. I have cable internet with only one cable outlet, which is in my living room. I currently have my computer in the living room but would like to put it in the back bedroom, which has no cable outlet. If I go wireless can I just put the computer in that room? Is NetGear any good? Simple to set up? TIA!

I am newbie with some Acute experience... - Posted By: Tests

and I was sent a from a company in quicktime so I cannot use my foot pedal the sound quality is horrible (you need good sound for ESL, at least I do) so if someone is going to send you such a bad test what makes them think I would even want to work for them????? Is it just me???

Health Insurance for IC MTs - Posted By: Michelle

I am thinking of going strictly IC. Does anyone know of a few health insurance companies that do not cost an arm and leg that I could check into. I am looking for a PPO plan. Insurance is so expensive and I do not like those High-End Deductibles so insurance shopping. I have looked on web. Hard decision to make, but I just cannot take the big national outsource companies anymore even though some have decent insurance coverage, but at this point in my life I am just over the hassle. I have worked for small companies and big companies and I have found out that for me the small companies work better for me. Big outsource companies overstaff and they do not care how long you have to sit and wait on work and still cannot make any money. I am not enough to retire. I think I am just burn out right now. I have done this for 30 years, but I love medical transcription. I used to work at a hospital and do PT and now I have lost my hospital position and I am just having a hard time getting back on track it seems. Thanks for letting me vent.

Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway - Posted By: coming up mid November (see details inside)

Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway
coming up mid November!

It's that time again! MTStars will
be having our Annual Thanksgiving Turkey
Giveaway about the middle of this month.

Winner will have a delicious 8-10
lb. Leon's Cajun Fried Turkey shipped to their home in
time for Thanksgiving dinner!

Watch for the giveaway date and
details.

GOBBLE! GOBBLE!

Just had a doctor apologize to the - Posted By: phone for dropping it. LOL. (NM)

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Any current info on X-press Transcriptions? - Posted By: Tami

I was told that I passed their test and was sent an IC contract out, but just wondering about any good/bad experiences before I sign for sure. Also, how are the pay and accounts? Thanks!

What to put in brochure for private accts-SM - Posted By: CMC

I have the need to go out and find some more private accounts. The one I have is too erratic to depend on, and I fear will dry up shortly.

What information should I put in the brochure? Do I just say "experienced" or list the local places I work for and have worked for?

Bright color paper to bring attention to my services or good business quality?

Send to the office or the office manager ?

I have so many questions. Does anyone have any good suggestions, or even samples you might be willing to share with me? I have always gotten work by word of mouth. All suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Old terminology video - Posted By: orangeblossom

Hello! I was wondering if anyone remembered an old video that was used to train medical terminology. It was in cartoon style....and it taught the breakdown of terminology.....one I remember was gastr....gastruck...stomach.

I was just wondering if anyone was trained on this.

What religious holiday was yesterday in which one could not work??? - Posted By: Lonely on acct.

He said his religion was celebratting a special day, yom kippur? ramadan? Anyone know? I have never heard of a week day religious holiday when one could not work.

I might use that excuse.

line count comparisons - Posted By: need some input

was offered a job for 9 cpl, 50-character lines, spaces not counted. Does anyone know how this compares to 65-characer lines with spaces counted?

So, what was the average MT age from yesterday? - Posted By: me

Does anyone know yet?

EMR decision - stay or wait? - Posted By: old mt

I have transcribed for a clinic for many years, as an IC. They are now going with the EMR. They are convinced that the minute they start their new program, they will no longer be in need of a transcriptionist. Therefore, I am giving my notice, because why wait around, wondering if they are going to need me or not. I feel like "dead man walking" every time I go in there now. Question for you who know? Is the transition as smooth as they think? One of my friends says they will come running back to me.

Apparently, the other clinic my clinic knows who has it says that is not so. Their transition apparently went fine (but of course I can't ask anyone anything, especially their former MT). Don't ask me if it's click and point. No one over there seems to know. I do know that the day they are going with EMR has changed 3 times and I have accommodated, but now can't stand the stress of not knowing. Any suggestions? Stay or go now?

Company Bonuses/Raises - Posted By: wonderin'

Any companies out there that still give these?

(especially "Cost of Living" raises...)

Got new computer and can finally download music! sm - Posted By: just me

Any suggestions on best site to download from? The last experience I had was with Napster and loved it but don't know if it even exists any more. I am open to any and all suggestions. I realize I will now have to pay now for each song I download but am excited nonetheless! Thanks!!

Do any of you wear gloves while - Posted By: transcribing?

And if so, what kind?

My hands get very cold while I type, which makes them stiff and therefore makes it harder for me to type.

Have any of you found that wearing a thin pair of gloves maybe with just the fingertips cut out helps this at all?

Please ban rude and offensive MQLover - Posted By: ADMINISTRATOR PLEASE TAKE NOTE

This person intentionally starts threads just to cause turmoil. When people try to answer her back in an intelligent, civilized manner she starts name calling and saying people are stupid, lazy, fat, etc. This type of nonsense should not be tolerated on this board. Some of us are professional and would like the timber of this board to be kept that way. Can you at least ban her until she learns manners and etiquette? No need to be insulted when we come on here looking for help. Thank you

bankruptcy (sm) - Posted By: anyone filed now or before new laws?

I'm becoming overwhelmed in debt. I have taken a pay cut at my job, am in school for a new trade, and have been using my credit cards to pay bills, on top of usual cost of living and upside down on car loan, and student loans are looming. I feel like i'm going to be swallowed up, i'm a single income. I have a panicky feeling about this, i'm around 35K in debt, and this year i'm going to make around 30K (if that). How hard is it to file? What do I need? Any personal stories? Is it easy? I need relief from this Any advice welcome!

Line counting - Posted By: D

Hi, I have a question regarding line counting. I used to know an MT who said she charged by the virtual line and was wondering if anyone knows what that is and how it differs from an actual line. Also, I was looking for a low cost/free line counting program that worked pretty well. How do you define a line? I charge for a 65 character line, is that what most of you do? Thanks,

generic reply--guess I struck some nerves - Posted By: appalled

I don't know how long you MTs have been in the business who have replied negatively to my posts, but I started at a hospital for an hourly wage, which seems to have fallen by the wayside. At any rate, did they switch me out to different hospitals while I was workking there? NO, they did not. And, if they had, it wouldn't have mattered because I was paid hourly and it DIDN'T COST ME MONEY to do so.

We are paid BY PRODUCTION, and anything they do that affects MY PRODUCTION affects MY INCOME. Don't you get that? It doesn't hurt them to do this, it affects OUR paychecks.

I'm beginning to understand that it is possibly some of your attitudes--and probably lack of other choices, I know--that has caused this downfall in the MT field.

For anyone who has been on the Skyline Drive in Va and Gatlinberg and the Smokes in TN which did you - Posted By: MTPA

prefer or think was the nicest to see. I have been in VA but thinking of driving to TN which is about 10 hours so not sure if it is worth it.