Here's something to raise your paranoia level even more... SM
Posted By: LaserKat on 2009-05-14
In Reply to: Anyone holding out on PC check at the A? nm - anonymoose
How do you know that *spyware* hasn't ALREADY been sneaked into your PC when you installed WordScript or ROD for the first time? How do you know what really happens whenever you update your platform???
If Acusis -- or ANY OTHER MTSO -- wants to spy on you, they've already put the mechanism in place.
Here's a thought: Don't be doing something you're not supposed to be doing in the FIRST place and you won't have to worry about getting caught. If you're not doing anything wrong, not breaking any laws, not breaking the terms of your contract, you don't have anything to worry about. Duh.
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That is MTSO PR b.s. A raise is a raise in line rate. A bonus or incentive is just that. NOT sm
a raise.
They have a low level 4, high level 4 and level 5.
nm
Asking for a raise isn't going to do it. There is a policy for raise increases.
nm
Not paranoia, has happened to me also
During the process, just so complimentary, so great to have you on board... after hire, treated like an unwanted stepchild... and degraded on the smallest of errors... think it is a regular routine.
Your paranoia is almost comical
Just because everyone doesn't share your sudden onset of TT 'OMG-the-sky-is-faling-cuz-I-have-to-learn-something-new!'vilification does not mean they are management 'plants.'
Geez, you people never cease to amaze me. Not enough praise for the company a week ago, now nothing but spewing hatred and negativity and dreaming up conspiracy plots.
I hope everyone reading this thread doesn't assume all TT employees are nutters.
Instead of spending all of the time you COULD be spending learning VR on here whining, if you're this unhappy, at least be PROACTIVE and send out resumes or something. If you're no longer happy at TT because you now have to learn VR, then apply elsewhere. There's plenty of listings on the job board.
Just astounded at the paranoia and ugliness in this thread...
Paranoia is my middle name...
I don't work for the company you're talking about, but in addition to Tech Support Guy's very valuable advice down below, I would add this thought:
If you are working as an independent contractor on equipment that you provide yourself, I would strongly encourage you to perform your WORK ONLY on a separate computer from your personal activities - emailing, websurfing, gaming, Netflix, whatever.
This will actually serve 2 very useful purposes:
1) You won't have to worry about accidentally wiping out your work computer (and means to earn your living) with a random virus caught via email.
2) You won't have to worry about your general contractor snooping around on your personal computer - they won't have access to it in any way, shape or form to start with!
Wal-Mart, Target, and other places are selling small netbook computers that still run Windows XP on them for under $400, and in some cases under $250. You can hook one of those up to a full size keyboard, and even a full size monitor if you can't work with an 8.9' screen.
Isn't peace of mind worth less than $400?
I don't understand the paranoia
.
Paranoia runs deep........
ID
My goodness, your ignorance and paranoia
are showing. Maybe you should just sit in your chair and do your job and not speculate about things you know nothing about honey.
XQ'ers - that does explain the gross paranoia.
nm
Level 2 is clinic and level 3
Level 1 is ER work. It's ER, but I get a great line count. Plenty of macros and normals, we are paid for all of them.
level 1 - mt
I need to be taken under someones wing i am a stuggling MT trying to improve my skills. My accuracy level is less than 90 percent can someone help me get going and get out of this catch 22. I only have dial -up access. Nothing else is available.
I'm a level 8. sm
I tested very well and negotiated the level 8 rate. I honestly do not know how common it is, but I'd encourage you to give it a try. =)
You would probably be a level 8 or 9, between 9-10 cpl. nm
xxxx
Top pay level
is .10/line. There are additional incentives such as for weekends, etc.
entry level
any 1 know of entry level MT jobs in centrl txs or at hme..???
Entry level
Has anyone received a response from the entry level position on a pediatric account with Medtransolutions?
What level work was that for? sm
Clinic or acute care? What level? TIA
entry level
I'm thinking about getting my MT certificate and need some advice. Is it hard to find work as an entry level mt? Also, does it matter where I get my certificate (at home or reg classroom)? Do most companies have set hours or do you work when you want? I'm really excited about this new career! Any advise?
level of testing
Can someone tell me type of radiology testing given by Keystrokes, (written, typing test, verbal)...do they have benefits...take out taxes, etc?. I am thinking seriously about applying if only to do part-time work for a while to see how things pan out.
Why entry level only?
I see where World Wide Dictation is looking for entry level transcriptionists to do non-medical work.....insurance claims, paying up to 9.5 cpl. Why only entry level? If it's such simple work, why not let anyone in who is willing to do it for the amount offered?
I was just hired as a level IV...sm
The recruiter said level IV was acute care with ops and 30-40% ESL dictation.
Not sure what any of the other levels are though. Sorry!
They have NO level 5 accounts, though, never have.
x
What level were you hired at? sm
I was recently hired as an Acute Care Level IV, so I'm anxious to see what the ESL load looks like too. The recruiter said 30-40%, but then she also said it could be less than that. I'm hoping for the latter!!!
MQ has a tier 3 level that is only Ops
nm
Level 3 work
Does anyone else feel this way? I'm a longtime acute care MT. I always work my schedule, including weekends and holidays, have 98% to 99% accuracy. I left MQ because of the changes; for years I averaged 200-250 lph and net $600. per week. Then they changed platforms and I got nothing but ESL, mealymouths and static. My income dropped in half and my stress level doubled. I went to a company that has gotten rave reviews on this board and was put on a good account with fair line counts. Then it began running out of work just as I was starting to see decent money. They put me on a backup account (which is all I've been getting for days now, not my primary) and it is nothing but ESLs. I KNOW there are decent dictators at every facility, and I'm willing to do my share of the bad ones, but ALL BAD? What gives? Do they WANT me to quit? I'm not complaining so don't jump all over me. I'm just curious if others are noticing this too.
What is a level 2 MT at Mescribe
I was told if I took the position with them I would be a level 2 MT. I asked the recruiter what was a level 2 MT. He said he would have to get back with me after Easter break. I know they have clinic MTs, ER MTs and Acute care MTs. Can someone clarify for me what a level 2 MT is at Medscribe. Thanks
Level 3 MTs at my old co. used to have to do 1700 (sm)
But that was only the level 3/CMT equivalent employees. Level 2's had to do 1400 and level 1's 1200. Pay scale was per level, so if you were paid more you had to produce more.
I wasn't crazy about it.
MT entry level?
Lately I have read where companies offering you an MT position and then say you have an opportunity for advancement. This really ticks me off!! I Love being an MT, have always felt that an Acute Care/Hospital Medical Transcriptionist was at the top. I personally would not want a QA or administration position and certainly do not feel I would be making a move up…at the absolute least it would be just a different move.
The only thing I do not like about being an MT is that most companies don't give raises if you get paid per line or are an IC. I have been doing this for 12+ years and companies want to pay the same rates per line as 12 years ago. The only way to make more money is to type faster and/or more hours. They have forget about the cost of living that keeps going up.
Wrong on only maybe one level, but probably right on all!
ePLDT, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company (PLDT
The above is one of their partners. Obviously they are not based in America.
The above is from their site, just Google Spi and click on partners. I am wrong that they are the i service connected to the Philippines, not Korea. The other i service is connected to and with management in Korea. Gotta look out for those i guys, I guess. Korea, Phillipines, who cares? They are offshore. They are not our buddies.
I too type Indian doctors, but they speak English (or attempt to in some cases).
Thanks for the comments though. Are, is, who cares? That is what happens when you type stuff here on your break. 
i am not the OP, but I am high level 4, and all of my 4 SM
accounts are in OT now. My account is considered 70% to 90% ESL. So that is just what I have experienced here lately. I suppose you are right about it depending on the level and worktypes that you can do. Definitely talk to the STM, as they are always willing to help you out if they can. Good luck!
Does anyone ever hire entry level MT?
Hi all, I was wondering if there is any company out there hiring for entry level MTs. I have the Medical background and the typing skills. I'm a fast learner and looking to work at home as an MT. Anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks
Laurie
Some are tied to QA level, some aren't. sm
But they are very good people and reserve the right to pay you the bonus even if you don't make the QA standard if there is an extenuating circumstance (new account, stuff like that). They have paid me for things like lost documents, etc., so they are not difficult on paying people.
did they mention anything higher than level IV? sm
for higher percentage of ESLs?
What's the difference between low and high level 4?
Just curious what to expect.
Thanks!
I left MQ and went to work for them. I am level 8 SM
and on an account with lots of ESLs and started out doing DS which for me, not very productive. I put in my 2 weeks notice, and told my team leader why.
Has anyone worked for The Executive Level, Inc.
out of Ridgeland, MS? Would appreciate any feedback. Thanks!
They recently cut my pay back to the level
it was 3 years ago when I started, with no notice and no reason, so I quit. They cut back everybody's pay due to their mismanagement.
Otherwise, I liked working for them and would not have left.
For acute care level 3
me 8. Their recruiter called responding to my email today. She was nice. Plus the incentive and differentials if you do an evening shift. She sent me a file to type and I am going to do that tonight. I will let everyone know how it goes. MK.
The level of cherry picking that goes on
at Phoenix is outrageous. They 'ask' that you do certain amount of the easy docs and your share of the others but do not enforce it. Some get on the system at 4 am just to snatch all the easy ones. And they 'ask' that you proof read your work but in talking to others who report doing 200-300-400 lines an hour...now you tell me..how much proof reading is really happening? There are different platforms involved and some pay spaces but at a lower rate. Yep, they are nice and they pay on time but work there only if you enjoy the daily irritation of being left with hard/crap dictators.
Webmedx-Entry level?
Does Webmedx ever hire entry-level MTs? Anyone gotten hired with less than the 2 years experienced required? I have about 6 months acute care. Is Webmedx one of the companies that will wave this experience for an MT from one of the AAMT-approved schools?
Hiring MTs with entry level exp
I have just graduated from a MT program and am looking for work. I am willing to work the hours no one else wants. Can anyone suggest companies that hire MTs with entry level experience. My husband is working in Iraq and I would like to supplement his income so he can come home.
Well, on the one level of unionization, I do feel
but I've learned after a coupla' years on this board that it's way too easy to rub people the wrong way. Also, I've been in MT long enough that I basically don't trust ANYBODY, so half the time I'm trying to read between the lines to see who is a Management snoop, etc. One just can't be too careful these days. I don't do personal emails to people on this board because by doing so, my name & personal ISP address would then be visible.
So, although I'm very interested in anything that anybody has to say about MT on this website, ESPECIALLY if they're talking unions, for me all communication has to be posted here, 'cause I won't email.
;)
Entry-level work
What companies like to hire recent grads other than Focus and Encompass?
Entry-level work
Thank you!
WOW your maturity level shows!!
nm
Pay level for 3-4 years experience?
What would you say a good rate would be for my experience level? I currently make 7.5 cpl at 1000 lines and 8.0 cpl for 1200 lines at my company. This does not include any shift differential. I am mostly clinic and not acute care if that makes a difference.
Thanks.
What happens if you're working on a 9 cpl level
and you have a backup account on an 8 or 7 cpl account? Do you still get paid at 9 cpl? Or does the pay vary based on what account you happen to be typing that day?
Monday - 9cpl
Tuesday - 7cpl
Wednesday - 8.5 cpl,
etc, etc.
Did they say anything about that to you?
I think that depends on your account and level of sm
ESL comfort. The more complex the account, the higher the rate. Also there is shift and weekend differential (not huge but some) and a decent bonus plan based on production. It is possible to raise your line rate by 2 cpl or more through those.
Entry-level MTs are hired all the time...
but in this industry, entry level usually refers to someone who has completed a comprehensive MT training course but has no actual paid MT experience. My suggestion would be to investigate training at M-TEC or Andrews before thinking of looking for a job.
If you are entry level, what is the line requirement.
and how long will they give you to make that count. Also can someone tell me what the pay will be for entry level. I see they are hiring all the time and was interested.
Thanks.
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