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2 years at MedScribe

Posted By: FLMT on 2008-12-14
In Reply to: MEDSCRIBE/JAX - scsc

When I was hired we were on the DVI platform, I type on the acute care team.  Some of us were recently moved over to the new platform and although it was yet another piece of software to learn it has really increased my line count.  I can see where this will be a huge advantage for the company and for starting new MTs on a new account, as they seem to be adding work.  IT moved my Expander over for me and the work itself never changed, but I like Chartnet and it was a snap to put on my old computer.


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I have been an IC for MedScribe for over 4 years.
As an IC, you have to be very patient about the paychecks and the pay is on the low side. As an employee, the pay is lower, but you do have direct deposit. There is no holiday pay, weekend differential, or incentive for IC anymore.

I was hired to do ER (which I did love) but had almost 10 other accounts my first year, and I ended up assigned to an acute care account that I just could not make money on. Now that I have gotten used to that, the good work has dried up on it.

If you like hands-off people, it is a very good company. The people you deal with are all very nice - just maybe spread really thin. A morning e-mail production report is the extent of what I hear from them.

The system is DVI but you type in word, and the work is all downloaded to you so you avoid some of the hassels of having to be in the system to transcribe. There is also validation program that is somewhat hard to master, but is doable. There is supposed to be a platform change in the works.

There is no ability to access old reports in a DVI system, so training can be somewhat challenging. There is a library of samples that is downloaded on your computer and updated periodically. You can contact editors by MSN for help if you need to.

The shifts are extremely flexible for an IC but you do have to submit an estimated schedule, and if you agree to weekend work as a percentage of your contract, they are becoming very sticky about you meeting the weekend line commitment. As an employee, they do have a web timeclock you punch in and out of.

I think that covers most aspects, but if you have any questions, do feel free to ask :)

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hospital and at home or clinic and at home. For radiology, they want 3 years full time radiology. I thought they were very nice and I have a few friends that work for them and are happy. The pay seems average to high for what I am seeing now. I think they are 0.08 per line or 1.08 for radiology. Beats what I will have with the new MQ program.
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I worked on site for many years. I've been doing this for 10 years... sm
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30 years - this WAS my career. The last few years you guys have ruined it.
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Don't talk to us like that and don't expect us to kiss your feet. Kiss ours for a change!
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It wasn't tough 5 years ago. Or 10 years ago, yet
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All the shifty, dishonest, greedy pigs in this country belong in JAIL.
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SM, Yes it is all about me....it is about how all of us as potential hires should be treated. Besides, Ms. L did not even test for the QA position.....so the question is, was there really a position????
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They're not the only one I've been working with one here in Canada and the same thing. I thought maybe it was me that was wrong but that's what they did too..mind you we got $1.50 to put up with it and work ha work we did or at least me!!!!
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What's the story with these people? I tested before Christmas and never heard back (I know I did well).  Today they didn't answer an Email.  Should I keep on truckin'?
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Things can change a lot in FOUR YEARS. I cannot imagine they would have been able to keep up that practice and still be around today. Maybe a person should simply ask them about the incident four years ago; you'd have nothing to lose and as an applicant, I would think they would HAVE to tell the truth about it. The problem is sometimes just ONE incident can get out of hand, repeated a little differently, and a different story could come out other than the real story. I'm not saying your friend didn't get paid. I'm just saying NO company could get away with this kind of protocol and still be in business.
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Medscribe

anyone have a clue why Medscribe is constantly advertising for MTs?


 


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I don't know why, but whenever I post about this company it is not able to be found in the archives. I have posted many times about how miserable I was while working there. I didn't trust their line counter but I think worst of all was the way the talked down to me and scolded me for not making line counts which by the way... i normally could do but their accounts are MOSTLY re recorded and very VERY bad ESLs.... on top of a faulty line counter.

Medscribe
I did three weeks with them. Only filling in headers, sent to office where THEY input the macros (which we did not get paid for doing, of course) and I think I averaged about $3 per hr. A friend of mine got stiffed for her paycheck and they got threatened with illegal interstate activity because they were doing their business over state lines via phone. She got her money but it tooks MONTHS. This was a couple of years ago, but I don't think they've changed. Stay away from this place. The owner is a classical jerk.
medscribe

I am interested hearing about your experiences there.  I read the story about the gal who had to sue to get paid, and before I went to work there, I asked about it.  They denied it vehemently, but in the proceeding 4-6 months, I had 2 checks that went missing.  I really do not know if it was the fault of the post office or not, but I was not impressed.  I also am not very impressed by the support system in place at this point, but would rather dish that privately.


I have been considering other employment because I always meet my minimum line count, and my quality scores seem to average in the 98% range, and I rarely take time off, but having only worked for HealthScribe (which I would almost take back right now) and MedScribe, I really don't know  what a good company looks like.  I am pretty specific at this point about what I want in a company, but it seems like they tell you what you want to hear and is not necessarily true. 


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Anybody working for MedScribe?  If so, how do you like it? 
MedScribe

I have never heard of this company.  Where are they located?


Hope you find out the information that you need.


 


Cheryl


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I would if i did have some!
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Does anyone have info on medscribe out of NJ?  there seems to be one in Florida but would really like to know if anyone has experience with medscribe in NJ.  Thank you in advance.
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Wow.  I was just about to apply because their ad sounded good.  I read the archives and realize I sidestepped a mess.  I want to thank all of you for coming together and sharing your experiences so that others are forewarned.


 


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Sorry for the confusion.  I should have been more careful before posting.  It is Medscribe, FL. 
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Very happy there and like the flexibility.  Hope this helps.
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any relatively recent comments. ** I KNOW** I can search archives, but I would like some fresh input. Thanks in advance.


 


I have been with MedScribe for
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for me, I like the people and my primary gives me a good line count.  Insurance is not too expensive and we get paid vacation and holiday pay.  Good luck in your search. 
MedScribe is 35 hrs
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MedScribe IC
I think it is only the IC contracts, we have 20% of our contract on weekends, anytime.  The remainder can be done during the week.  Plenty of work, we have a national account that adds new hospitals and I know they are hiring. Nice people in the Jax office if you ever need help with your computer or anything.
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Can you tell the usual - good/bad experiences? I appreciate all input. Thanks!
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Can you tell me if weekend work is required at Medscribe as well as any other info like flexibility with hours, etc? TIA.
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