Actually I posted looking for answers to my questions above, not looking to answer questions, but
Posted By: need help on 2008-06-28
In Reply to: Reply - Terry
to here goes...firstly, I don't know about the platform, only that it is Word based. Secondly, I have many years cardio, and thirdly, no the test was not hard. Still looking for any answers to my questions above. Thanks in advance.
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There was a little blip about RI further down the page, but it didn't say much. I did a search. Some people like them; a lot of people hate them. Folks, I could really use some specifics here so that I know what I'm getting myself into.
They have made changes in their system so someone who worked for them a while ago may have had a different experience compared to someone working for them now.
Do they run out of work?
Not usually. Lots of work right now. Holiday times can be slow. Accounts are full. I heard new ones are coming on.
How's the communication?
Depends on who you contact. MTs are assigned to an editor. My experience has been good communication.
I've heard they dock pay for mistakes. What kind of mistakes? I mean, there are punctuation problems and then whole medical words that can be misspelled or left out--and there's a huge difference between the two.
They dock for spellcheck errors only. If you run your spellchecker you shouldn't have this issue. MTs can debate it and it can get resolved if there is a discrepancy.
How do they pay? Do they give raises often enough (or at all)?
They pay by the line. It probably depends on experience. Direct deposit twice a month. It’s been my experience to ask for an increase. It wasn't automatically given.
OSI answers to your questions
OSI's platform is Dictaphone Ex-text and just starting with speech when I quit. Ability to make money depends on if you are on an account where they steal your lines, that varies from account to account. Some accounts have statistics disabled so you can't see your true line count.
They are really big on government accounts which requires extensive FBI background check. That put me through the wringer, the FBI called people I knew but did not even like about 10 years ago, it was ridiculous and insulting.
Insurance- They had more than 1 insurance plan, 1 was very costly and the other 1 had a high ded, I did not use either as my DH has good insurance.
They do have set schedules and they call you every day on your day off which is why I quit. I never had a day off where they did not call me to work.
They also force you to use their e-mail system and instant message system and monitor everything so you can't send any e-mails or IM's without everything being logged. Too big brother for me with the logging everything and calling me all the time. Also if you use a company computer they record your keystrokes.
QA dept is the worse I have ever seen anywhere. Very unqualified for the most part and not consistent at all. Half of my errors were QA errors. Very snobbish too.
All in all, I am much happier with another company. I left more than a year ago but from what I hear nothing has changed at all.
How come no one ever answers questions regarding.......nm
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Right. Why ask questions when you know the answers? nm
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Thanks for the answers... few more questions...
Is the pay decent for someone with 15+ years experience? I see below someone gets 9.5, that's pretty good.
Also, is getting the required minimum lines possible in a shift? Is full-time based on hours worked or production?
Again, TIA... You Keystrokes MTs sure are helpful. Must be a great company...they obviously have good (and nice!) MTs working for them!
Possible answers to questions sm
<I just got an email with an ad from TT looking for new transcriptionists yet almost every day there is a post on this board about lack of work. What is up with this company????> I highly doubt there are postings every day about lack of work. The majority of us have probably have plenty of work to meet at least minimal requirements. It most likely depends on your account and your worktypes you are hired for and whatever personal incentives you try to achieve. There is nothing up with this company. Most likely they are hiring replacements for those who are leaving, have left or desire to transfer around on accounts.
<Why keep hiring when the people you already have working don't have enough work? Is this is a standard in the industry to have more TX than you have work to ensure TAT time?> I do not know the answer to these questions. Maybe they are getting new accounts. Perhaps you should ask the company yourself.
The answers to your questions...
Yes, the tests are timed (terminology and grammar portions), and I was able to use my foot pedal for the typing test. It is E-mailed to you and you download it, so you can do it on your PC. The grammar and medical terminology, like I said are timed, and you get your score as you answer each question. The typing test, I really wouldn't say is timed. You pretty much just type a report (you're not being clocked for this). You can take these tests at your leisure. When I took mine, if I wanted, I could have taken grammar and terminology one day and typing the next day, but I chose to do it all in one day. You then E-mail everything back. Any other questions, you can always E-mail me if you like. (You picked a good one!)
A few answers to your questions
I've been with MDI a little less than a year. The second week I was there, I became very sick and ended up in the ER. I emailed my sup and told her I wouldn't be working the next couple of days. She emailed back, saying to take care of myself and get better. End of story. I came from MQ where you have to make up every second you miss - boy was I shocked when there was no mention made of making it up.
I work Sun-Thu. I've had several weekend plans that have required me to take off my scheduled Sunday shift. Sometimes I make it up, sometimes I don't. That's up to me. I have never been told that I couldn't have a day off. The times I did make up the day, I usually switched it out with a Friday of the following week, essentially working Sun-Thu and then Mon-Fri, because the pay period starts on a Saturday.
MDI is truly the most flexible company I've ever worked for. But as the other poster said, if you're looking for employee status, MDI is not.
Answers to questions...
I survived the merger between TRS and Transcend, I'm still working, I've actually gotten a raise (no, I'm not going to tell you what I make, but it's right in the ballpark) and I am happy with my job. I am still working the same accounts, on the same platform (NOT Transcend's own; the clients have not wanted to switch), the same shift, same team, same QA people, etc.
We too had questions, many of them. For instance, TRS had a production incentive, Transcend did not, and naturally we wanted to know if our incentive was going to stay put. TRS also offered raises to people who passed the RMT and/or the CMT, and for those of us that were studying for the CMT at the time of the merger wanted to know if that too was going to hold true. Those were the two main questions I remember, since they concerned me directly.
Amongst the flurries of e-mails, I even got a personal reply from Larry Gerdes, the CEO of Transcend, assuring me that everything was being looked at and taken into consideration. (Yeah, I know, easy for him to say, but in this case, it actually came true.) We got frequent progress reports on what issues were being addressed, the various questions that people had asked, and the fact that discussions and negotiations to iron everything out were ongoing.
And it was not long at all before we were told that anyone who passed the CMT by a certain date (3 months after the merger) would be grandfathered in with the promised raise; and also the production incentive stayed put, intact. Then, just last week I was told that since I consistently meet the incentive, and it causes a lot of extra work for a lot of people to calculate it and add it on each pay period, effective September 1 the incentive bump will be added to my base rate. They trust, of course, that I will continue to produce at this level, on the average....
So no, in fact they may NOT know all the answers to your questions right now, because things still have to be ironed out. In my own situation, the scheduling and pay rate stayed EXACTLY the same, and the only real visible changes at my end were (a) pay periods went from every 2 weeks to twice a month, and (b) my paycheck came from someplace else. Of course I had to fill out a lot of pesky new-hire and new-insurance paperwork, but once that was done, it was done.
So keep asking your questions, and take advantage of the offers that some Transcend people have made on this board. Take them up on it and e-mail them directly. They might not have specific answers for you yet, but I know they have already told several people here on the board that there's no reason they won't be able to accommodate people's various scheduling requests, for instance.
And feel free to take advantage of their touted open-door policy. Take them up on it. Get online, do your research, find some phone numbers, and start calling people. They wouldn't publish their phone numbers or e-mail addresses if they didn't want you to USE them....
And once again, the disclaimer: I am just another minion (and I like it that way, I've been a manager, no thanks, been there done that, don't want to do it anymore), I speak only from the standpoint of someone who's been through it already and although it was scary, none of the doom-and-gloom I was warned about has actually come to pass. Give it a chance. Let them prove themselves, right or wrong.
And no, they didn't pay me to say all that. (I wish they had. It might help make up for the drop in MT wages over the years....)
I just read over the questions/answers
and I did not really see any more new questions other than the ones already answered in the conference. I do not know if that is a good thing or a bad thing.
answers to your specific questions
12 hour window - no, you give them your schedule of hours you want to work and if it works for them, they approve the schedule and you stick to it. However, they are flexible if things come up and you need to start an hour late or early - just let them know ahead of time. Also flexible for appointments or if you need to trade a day for the most part.
Expander Program is ShortHand for PC.
You would have to ask their IT guys about transfering your entries into their computer. I just sat my two PCs next to each other and created the entries on the SH on the work PC, only took an hour or so to do and well worth it.
You'll get all the answers to your questions
and then some on the MQ board. Go check it out.
Here are the answers to the questions you posed (sm)
Graveyard shift: 0.085 cpl; Day: 0.07-0.08 dependent on experience.
F/T status line requirement: 6,000 per week (Sun thru Sat)which equates to 12,000 lines per pay period. Pay is twice monthly via direct deposit (if you prefer this method);
P/T status: ???
ES was in the process of eliminating ICs to all employee status.
Insurance: F/T EMPLOYEE STATUS: Excellus BC/BS - Single: $129.01 per pay check, or $258.02 monthly; Dental: $11.53 per pay, or $23.06 monthly; variable deductible for covered services, WATCH OUT FOR PRE-EXISTING CLAUSE WITH THIS AND OTHER INSURANCE OFFERED.
QA: Never telephone you, but do correspond via email and are on top of maintaining their random QAs; MUST maintain 98.5% accuracy at all times. Approximately this time last year, many many internal changes were made, recruiters gone, head of HR replaced but now gone, et cetera. Totally different company from when I worked there; what attracted me then is gone.
ESL'ers: Varies on account assigned. DO ASK them what percentage of your account will contain ESL.
Platform: ChartScript with text expander/ Word runs remotely in background.
Voice Player: Fusion.
IF ACCEPTED, READ YOUR CONTRACT WITH A FINE TOOTH COMB. Hope this helps. Details listed here may not be completely accurate, as this info is based on how it was, IMO, approximately 1 year ago. Good Luck and best wishes.
some answers to your questions, but somebody who has been there longer may be able to help you more
Not all accounts require C-phone. The account I'm on does not. Yes you have to provide your own equipment, including footpedal. I already had one from my last job that worked though. The account that I'm on also requires you to have your own text expander and spell checker, which I had to buy both myself. I'm not sure if all accounts are like this, some platforms may come with this already. I am working in Allscripts. Minimum requirement for full time I believe is 12,000 lines per pay period (maybe 12,500) for full time and 6000 lines for part time. They do have insurance, but I cannot provide any details, as I am part-time and have waived the insurance. From the time I sent my resume until the day I started was approximately 3 weeks, but it could take longer, so I myself wouldn't give up too soon. Wait a week or so and if you don't hear back from them, give them a call and see if they are hiring.
I have only been there for 1 week, but so far I like the job. Everyone is very nice and helpful, and easy to talk to.
Good Luck to you!
Thank you, but I can't seem to find any answers to my questions, guess
I'll just have to send a resume and go from there. Thanks again!
Axolotl posts, questions and answers.
First of all, Axolotl is hiring for a significant amount of work that will begin shortly.
When 90% of your workers want to work 1st shift, there seems to be issues with low work. When workers are willing to work 2nd and 3rd shift, they seem to not run out of work as much, if at all.
The recruiter IS NOT THE SUPERVISOR. Axolotl has a separate recruiter who does applicant screening, initial interviews and testing. If everything goes good with this recruiter, then there will an interview with management, i.e. supervisor and/or manager.
ALSO, DOWNTIME IS NOT DETERMINED BY HOW LONG YOU HAVE BEEN THERE.
I am not a manager or supervisor or QA. I am an MT. I wish people would get all of their facts straight before coming onto a public board and spreading things that are just not true.
I absolutely LOVE this company. They treat people with respect, provide great benefits and GREAT PAY. One should feel lucky to have the opportunity to work for them.
Answers to some questions asked about TransTech out of Houston, TX
Different platforms -- Dictaphone ExText -- very clumbsy/clunky editing platform. Probably 85% ESL now that so much VR/editing being done.
Big push for more editing, so what straight transcription that is kicked out from the voice machine is absolutely horrible on the ears! THE TRUTH and nothing else but the truth !
Answers to some questions asked about TransTech out of Houston, TX
Different platforms -- Dictaphone ExText -- very clumbsy/clunky editing platform. Probably 85%-90% ESL now that so much VR/editing being done.
Big push for more editing, so what straight transcription that is kicked out from the voice machine is absolutely horrible on the ears! THE TRUTH and nothing else but the truth !
Pay half for editing/VR work . . . yuk !
Different strokes for different MT's, but I work to earn a living, not for the fun of it ! Transcription used to be a FUN profession, but lacking now with all the jobs going to VR machine.
Could you answer a few questions please -sm
I was a "high producer" until the slow down hit and now I'm lucky if I get 18,000 lines per pay period. The news of the BT/VR rolling out makes me sick to my stomach with dread but I'm willing to give it a shot.
In your completely honest opinion, do you think this platform is going to be more beneficial to those who were lower producers?
How much of an impact would you say it will have on the previously high producers?
Lastly, what would you consider the biggest benefit from this new platform to the MLS? and, is it worth it in the long run?
Thanks
They do not answer questions at all
and will ignore them
They do not answer questions, they
switch accounts, lie about pay, and just in general do not do good business. Also, they are listed below a few times in the MTs not satisfied poll. Try GIMT. Now THAT is the best place to work
I can answer these questions
1. Are you happy there? No! Do you feel respected and part of the team? No way.
2. Is the pay competitive to what other companies are offering (i.e., 8 to 10 cpl including spaces)? I got 9 cpl for lousy ESLs.
3. Is the platform user friendly? No.
4. Can you use your own shortcut program like ShortHand or can you only use their proprietary program (if they have one)? Proprietary. If so, will they try to help you convert your word list to their format? Nope.
5. Are the benefits worth the cost? No way. Someone very kindly explained their benefits--and they sound great--just wondering what your personal experience is. When do benefits kick in? 90 days.
6. I read on the board that they require 12,500 lines per pay period. Is that easily achievable (meaning, is there work available, are the dictators fairly coherent, etc.)? No.
7. Is the verbal quiz/interview pretty easy/basic if you know your stuff? No.
8. Finally, are they very firm about start/stop times, or can you work your full 8-hour shift in a 12-hour window (for example)? Yes, very strict.
I can try to answer any questions.
What would you like to know?
Answer to Questions
I refuse to be abused by MQ any longer. I'm making terrific money but very unhappy there. They treat their MTs like garbage as far as I'm concerned. I became a number to them instead of a person. MQ pays me very well for VC so I'm hesitant to leave but the lack of communication and the management being run by idiots is helping my choice along. Also, the VC at MQ is an awful lot of correcting - probably easier to retype report!
in answer to your questions
What if something happens and you cannot type the required amount per day (sickness, doctor app.,etc.)? The two ladies who run Allegiant are truly willing to work with you and are very accommodating. If I'm not able to work I just let them know as much in advance as I can, and I've never had a problem. If you can't work in the morning, just work later in the day. You're not tied to certain hours to work. Your committment when working for Allegiant is 500 lines a day. These two ladies are truly the best bosses I've ever had. I try to be the best and do the best that I can and don't take advantage of them. They recognize my effort, and everybody is happy!
Are there many ESLs? ESL ratio was one of my main concerns when I started. There are a couple who drove me insane at first but QA helped me through them, and they're not a problem now. If you can't understand something, you leave a blank. You're not punished and you don't have your pay deducted. I'm telling you....these gals are TOPS to work for! To answer your question...the ratio may be 75% English, 25% ESL, maybe 80/20...I really don't know, not many and not difficult.
On average how many doctors do you transcribe for? My account is a group of clinics. I guess I have maybe 20 docs, but if one dictates several in a row I may only transcribe for two or three docs in a single day. Most of the docs are family medicine, but I have an ob-gyn, a urologist, an orthopedic doc, and an ENT guy that I really enjoy. The dictations are pretty much brief H&Ps or SOAP notes. I have done a few simple OPs, some stress tests, and even an office vasectomy but absolutely nothing complicated.
Do you get to keep the same doctors or are you switched around a lot? There isn't really any switching to do....you just do the docs in your account. If work runs out I have a backup account, but usually by the time the work runs out I've reached my 500 lines anyhow and am ready to quit. Work builds back up pretty quickly. Right this minute at 10:37 pm EST there are over 200 reports in the system.
Do you ever run out of work? Oops, guess I just answered this above!
Do you find the EMDAT system user friendly? I had never worked on EMDAT before so of course it was confusing just starting out. It's always hard learning a new system, a new account, new docs....When I first started I just made up my mind to devote some extra time to learning everything. Nobody expects you to learn it all in one day and still meet your 500-line commitment. It took a couple of weeks before I started to really become productive. The hardest part for me was getting all my autokeys transferred from my old national into Word and then into Emdat. Once I got that done it made things a lot easier. I actually think EMDAT is pretty simple. Doesn't have a lot bells and whistles.
Are you required to buy any software, etc.? Up until last week the answer to this was no. However, the clinic had a problem with us transcribing in Express Scribe (something to do with HIPAA regulations) so now we have to get our audio through EMDAT instead of Express Scribe. EMDAT requires a propriatary foot pedal which I did have to buy ($103 total)
Is high speed internet required? I honestly can't answer this. I have Earthlink cable so it wasn't an issue for me.
Is all work IC with no benefits? No benefits at all other than the privilege of working for 2 ladies who treat you fairly and with respect. I've been around the block a time or two, and I feel so at home with Allegiant. When I type my 500 lines and sign off I don't feel like I've been beat. These gals don't harrass, they don't threaten, they don't pull any fast ones. They just leave you alone to do your job. I signed up for direct deposit. Money has been there right on time!
Do they have full time work? I don't know if by full time you mean 8 hours a day or 1200 lines a day. When you first start the only thing you need to tell them is which days you will be working. I signed up for Monday-Friday, 500 lines per day. No specific time...just 500 lines per day. I think most of what Allegiant has is clinic work so weekends aren't much of an issue. If work gets backed up on Friday it will carry over to the weekends, so if you want to do some on the weekend there's usually some available, and when work is available it's pretty much up for grabs so you can help yourself and do all you want. Work is slowest on Mondays, next slowest the other mornings, and picks up steam as the day and week go on.
I wasted a lot of years working for a large national, stressing every day over QA, line counts, residents, poor sound quality, work schedule, and a dozen other things. I'm really, really, really glad I found Allegiant.
I can answer some of your questions
There is little help for you doing QA with TransHealth. They pretty much leave it up to you and if you have a question, will do their best to answer it. Quotas, not when I worked there. There was more emphasis put on quality, but then I saw them cut the pay so I left.
I don't know what you want to earn or what you are earning so just know that I doubt you will earn big bucks per hour working for them, but overall they are nice folks and they do not drive you crazy. The woman in charge has been a radiology MT/QA and is very nice, but she will pretty much leave it up to you and if you have a question for her, she will try to respond as best she can.
they answer your questions because
they have nothing to hide maybe....refreshing.
Could you please answer the questions (sm)
in the OP. I'm very interested to know the details. Thank you for taking the time to reply!
For TT and MDI-MD, the answer is yes to all of your questions, sm
except the offshoring. To my knowledge, neither company offshores. I guess the main difference between the two would be deciding whether you want to be an employee with benefits, or work as an SE (they at least take out FICA so you don't have to mess with the self-employment tax) with no benefits and deal with federal and state taxes on your own. Also, MDI-MD still has some accounts that require a C-phone and unlimited LD, whereas with TT it is strictly wav files. I don't think you would go wrong with either company.
I do not know anything about Keystrokes, but judging from the posts, it seems that a lot of people are quite happy there.
Not sure if this helps, but I wish you luck. 
To answer your questions:
Yes, TRS main office is in NC.
How is their platform?
They have several, I have used 3 of them so far and they are not hard to learn.
Are the ESLs extremely hard?
Just like anywhere else most are okay and a few aren't. Personally, I have more of a problem with the American-born docs!
How are the accounts?
The ones I have worked on have been okay.
Are the supervisors nice?
My supervisor is fantastic. I have dealt with a couple of the others and they were very nice as well. QA is also very nice and helpful.
to answer the questions
How does a person become an IC with their own clients, not working for an MTSO? From what I have read on this board, it seems that is the way to make the most money per line/word/page, etc. so I am thinking about doing this after being an employee for 15 years (with things going downhill now). I would appreciate knowing several things:
1. How do you get the clients.
I got super lucky. I had a friend who was doing a couple of docs and had to get an in-house job because she had to have benefits when her husband lost his job so she asked me if I wanted to take over. From there, it was word of mouth. One doc asking another one who does their transcription and they would give my name. I started with two docs and ended up with about 12! Most people I know, though, have just hit the pavement big time. If you send something to an office, mark it personal and confidential and send it directly to the practice manager or office manager so it doesn't go out with the junk mail. Ask you own doctors who does their transcription. I know one girl who got her own doctor to give her their work and got her start that way. It seems the first client is the hardest to get. I also put an ad in the yellow pages and got many, many calls from that, such that I turned down a lot of work and referred it out to friends of mine. Most individuals I know who are on their own have way more work than they can handle.
2. Are there certain types of docs that tend to prefer this situation rather than going to an MTSO?
The more likely ones are still in private practice or small independent group practices. Plus you earn more money that way because you get so used to what they are saying, can build more normals, etc.
3. How do you determine what to charge?
I called around to find out the going rate and kind of figured out what I wanted to earn and how many lines per hour it would take to get that. I also had to find out if they previously used an individual or service to do their transcription because that would help me figure out what they were used to paying. I know MTSOs in our area who charge upwards of .26 per line even though they only pay out .10 to .12 for the subs. If I had a client who was used to paying .26, then my .16 or .18 was a bargain for them! However, do not undercut the competition to get the work. Sure fire way to make enemies and to hurt the profession in general!
4. How can someone get the dictation, type it and return to the doctor without having to pick it up and drop it off?
Personally, I did pick up and drop off, but all of the offices I worked for were in the same professional building so it was just one trip. Otherwise, you will have to invest in some equipment.
5. Without QA other than yourself, how does an IC handle blanks? Do doctor's offices tend to get upset with blanks?
The offices I worked for were all really good dictators. One of the advantages of having your own clients - you don't have to take any who don't dictate well! I rarely had occasion to leave blanks, but if I did, I could usually call the office and get some info, such as meds they were on if I couldn't figure out a drug name or something. If I did have to leave a blank, it was never a big deal, though. They would fill it in and I would reprint.
6. Is there a particular software system that is better to use when you have your own IC service and want to get work over the Internet and return it over the Internet?
Sorry, can't even address that one 'cuz I don't have any particular software for that purpose.
hope that helps. If you have other things you would like to ask me, feel free to email me personally.
Trying to answer some of the questions about VR
At our hospital and then later outsourced to another place, we were told right from the start if you retype an entire report that is VR you will be paid VR money. So I never have retyped an entire VR report especially since surprisingly enough some reports really good. I have found that ESLs are picked up, for the most part, also good on escription. It saves me a headache being as now the 1 hospital I work on is loaded with them. Any background noise, anything can sometimes make VR put in words that do not belong as it is trying to put down what it hears?? I stated below VR on this end now is doing screwy things that it did not do when I first started. It leaves the M.D. off the doctor's names, sometimes just leaves the doctor's name out when it is said. If you are having to look up and/or spell things like addresses, you might have to continue that. I was totally surprised when I saw what VR really could do. I like it myself but then I am not pushed to make X amount of dollars per day anymore and probably years ago when had family at home, etc. might have been able to squeak by. Is your work going to be 100% VR? I would like to say I rarely do 3500 lines a day and I type straight 130-140 and do not play around and even 3500 lines a day would only pay $105.00 according to the pay you are being offered.
Trying to answer your questions sm
Not really sure what you are asking. You can e-mail if you like. I have been an MT for 25 years and doing VR for 7 years now on eScription. So, if I can help, just drop me an e-mail.
The answer to all your questions is NO. They have
been discussed several times the last week or so if you'll look down the page, also lots of info in archives.
TT management does not answer questions that you ask them; only answer those they want to answer.
I know, work for a long time and tried asking questions, but they just beat around the bush and don't answer the true question that you presented to them.
Maybe it is kite flying weather where you are !!!
I work for DTS and will answer any questions sm
Please provide an email address for me and I will be glad to get with you.
Can anyone answer some questions about Keystrokes?(sm)
I'm starting the job search process and am wondering about the company Keystrokes. Can anyone answer some specific questions for me, please?
1) What platform do they work on? Word, Wordperfect, internet-based? How difficult/time consuming is the platform to work on? Is there a separate demographics screen that may or may not be paid for?
2) Do they use C-phones, Lanier, internet .wav files, etc.?
3) Do they pay for spaces? 65-character or gross lines?
4) Do they do acute care, clinic accounts, Radiology, etc.?
5) PT/FT, IC/statutory status?
6) How flexible are they with scheduling?
I apologize for all these questions but I'm trying to narrow down some companies. TIA
answer to a couple of your questions..
I did not receive a bonus once I was off 100%. I get what I would consider average pay for most national companies. The last couple weeks have been very, very slow as far as work, but it seems to be picking up. Not sure about the benefit issue, as I have not been there long enough. Decent living is different to everyone, but you should have no problem making their minimum line count and there are some doing quite well, but I am not one of them. LOL. There is a $20 per month charge for their computer, but you can use your own equipment and not get charged the extra. Hopefully that helps some.
Would you answer my questions please - either by e-mail or here nm
Does FC have dedicated accounts, i.e., your own doctors versus a huge pool?
How much cpl for acute care? Do they pay for spaces - 65 character line?
How many lines are required per day?
Are you IC or employee?
Good dictators? Lots of ESL?
Do they require high speed connection?
Plenty of work?
Thank you for your time - not original poster, but looking.
Happy to answer any questions you have.
Webmedx has over 300 MTs (full-time, part-time, and IC) and over 40 accounts. In order to make sure everyone is working, they go strictly by turn-around-time. So if all goes smoothly, you will probably only have one or two accounts to work on in any given day, but if one account dumbs a bunch of work, even if you have not done that account in six months, if TAT is an issue, you will get those jobs before you get the accounts you are more familiar with. As far as converting to ASR, they probably have a schedule of which accounts will convert to ASR and when, but they won't share that info with the MTs. One day you will get an E-mail telling you when you will start training on ASR. Yes, all the MTs are aware of the pay cut. MTs on the accounts already converted have had at least a 15% cut already, and as soon as WMX feels everyone is trained enough, they will get the additional 15% cut. My advice is just to ask questions at the end of the intrview and see if they are willing to give you answers. If they are vague, you probably won't like the real answer and will get blindsided later on. Hope this helps. GOOD LUCK ON YOUR INTERVIEW. If you feel comfortable, please post afterwards and give us your impressions. Thanks.
To answer your questions about TransHealth. please sm
I'd like to know what the upper management of TransHealth is like. Is the person who manages the QA department someone with a background in MT, or is it someone who is a data puncher but doesn't even do that well?
Upper management directly in charge of the QA team has extensive (personal) MT and QA experience.
Do they express support for QA,...
Extremely supportive of the entire QA staff. Easy to voice opinions etc.
Do they have several people at the top who handle different departments, or do they have one person in several roles, perhaps all of which they're unqualified for?
There are a number of different people in support/management roles at TransHealth, all of whom (in my opinion) are well qualified for their positions.
What kind of quota is there, and how are you paid? Does ALL your work count toward the quota, or do you find yourself doing a lot of work that doesn't qualify?
No strict quota (if by that you mean line count or # of reports per hour) but we do work on shifts, and as a team. QA staff positions are paid hourly, not by the line etc.
Hope this helps.
They were willing to answer all my questions before testing, tho.
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Is there not anyone working at TT to answer these questions?
It makes the company look bad when you post ridiculous questions like that on here. Is there a way to pull in a doctor's name? Do we need a TT board?
Transcend: Would anyone be willing to answer some questions SM
via email? I used to work there and am strongly considering going back, and I have a few questions I'd like to ask someone who is there currently or even recently. I would be applying for an Escription position. Thanks very much!
Thank you, but that doesn't really answer my questions.
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KEYSTROKES - I can answer questions below (sm)
First ULD - be sure NOT to use ATT. It is really not unlimited and ATT automatically changed me back to 10 cents a minute! (Good thing I found out before typing all day). You can use Charter or Com-Cast. They did not have the other options in my area, so I can't speak to me.
Secondly, the hospital that required the report at the end of each day. You put your minutes, mr#, and job# and e-mail it in to the person they gave you. There is time consuming and hassle after working all day, but you just get used to it. I have found no real easy way to do this. At the end, just give total minutes, total reports, total lines.
I have not been here for awhile and just saw the posts down below. Hope this helps.
TransTech MTs, can you answer a few questions for me?
I was called by recruiter and offered position, since it is the weekend I do want to call with a few questions I have.
Are there ASR/voice recognition accounts?
If you have to work a holiday, do you have to work your usual full shift?
Do you get paid for expanders?
How hard is it to get time off? Even just a day at a time?
What is an average length of training?
Thanks for any info!!!!
Here is a site that will answer your questions
http://www.insure.com/articles/healthinsurance/cobra.html
Leave your e-mail and I will help answer your questions
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Can anyone currently working for MedScribe answer a few questions? (sm)
What kind of platform do they have for ER work? Do you need a second phone line? Also, are their schedules strictly Su-Thu or Tu-Sa or can you just work a couple weekends per month? Do they have a pretty good health plan?
TIA!
MedQ'ers, can you answer a few questions for me?
I've reviewed the MQ board but I don't work there and I can't post on the MQ board, so I'm posting questions here.
1. Is there any grace period about clocking in on your proposed schedule?
2. What happens if there is no work when you're scheduled; can you make it up without hassle?
3. Can an experienced MT consistently average 200 lines on MT? What about ASR?
Thanks for your help. E-mail me privately if you're more comfortable.
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