I have always had my questions anwered before testing.
Posted By: nm on 2007-03-01
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Questions before testing
I wanted to apply with a company on this board whose ad sounded pretty good but they would not even tell me their pay scale beforehand so I said to heck with them. Too much time and stress involved. Probably low pay or they would have at least told the high and low ends.
A few questions about testing for CMT...
I'm basically a self-taught MT that has learned everything hands-on over the last 18 years in this field. I currently work PT (not by choice) for a decent national that has never ever made an issue of whether or not I'm a CMT, so basically this would be for my benefit...if there is one. I have done very little research up to this point so forgive me if my questions would be easily answered on my own. The whole CMT idea actually just did become of interest to me after reading some posts a while ago.
I would really appreciate any responses. TIA!
1. Do you (CMTs) find that more potential employers are willing to waive the testing portion of application process when you tell them you are a CMT?
2. What majority of employers do you feel are willing to pay more based on having the CMT? If so, approximately how much more?
3. What do you think my chances are of passing the CMT test with 18 years experience only?
4. Does an MT have to pay annual fees to maintain their title of CMT?
Thanks to those willing to take the time to respond!our responses!
Questions about testing...please help!
I've been applying for jobs quite a while now and have finally made it to the testing portion. I'm pretty confident with my transcription skills, it's the format I have questions with. My first test was obviously an H&P. There were some headings missing. Should I insert SOCIAL HISTORY: before The patient resides in Anywhere, USA? Also, in the physical exam, no headings were given at all. Would it be acceptable to add them in? I've spent the majority of the afternoon looking up BOS guidelines, but there isn't much information out there with regard to testing formats and guidelines.
I'd sure appreciate any info anyone could share as soon as possible. Thanks!!
Questions about testing for a company
I just tested for a company who had me transcribe several reports. The reports consisted of good dictators that were extremely fast. Unfortunately, I left a few blanks where I just could understand what she was dictating.
My question is this, how many of you tested for a company where your sample reports had blanks and did you get the job???????
They were willing to answer all my questions before testing, tho.
ddP
Ok, mtme, anwered email and wondering
if you are believing me now? Having no agenda, nothing other than what I listed, just the bottom line was the past and pay and household chores.
Actually I posted looking for answers to my questions above, not looking to answer questions, but
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.
Testing
Chronicle Transcripts will wave testing based upon a person's years of experience and good references.
Testing
Can anyone tell me of any companies that do only written and/or verbal testing? Thanks a lot.
job testing
When I tested (within the last 3 months), I did three reports from three different MDs. There were blanks somewhere in each of them. Not many, but I did have to leave blanks. And yes, I got the job. So cheer up! I think they expect the blanks. Better to leave blanks than make up something you're not really sure you heard.
TH testing
Would you mind sharing what the oral test is like?? TIA!
Just keep on testing.
Don't be discouraged. The more you test, the better you will become at it and it will desensitize you to the stress. I wish you the best!
What about testing? Did they get
back to you and offer you the job prior to testing based only on your resume? Thanks.
What about testing? Did they get
back to you based only on your resume prior to testing? Thanks.
testing
I went through some additional training to get on with the company I am with, and the voice files were 10x harder than those I work with every day -- you need to find out from these companies if their work is like the voice test files or not. It is my understanding that there also 3 categories, easy, medium, and hard dictators -- and that determines my pay scale.
testing
I believe I took a written test only, if even that (I only remember filling out application and sending my resume, but that was to old recruiter for KS) and I KNOW I did not take a verbal. I've only taken a verbal with one company I applied with, and that was odd. I believe the heaviest weight for this job was my interview with the Lead. I did the same as you - took it on PT. I've already been offered FT, but I'm not ready to do that yet. Give it a whirl ... you'll like it, I'm sure.
re: testing
I just took their test this morning and I guess misery loves company because I am glad to hear I wasn't the only disgruntled applicant! The sound quality was very poor. They must be looking to hire psychics...I prefer it when they try to stump you with obscure terminology.
testing
What companies?
testing
I graduated in November from PCDI and had no problem finding people to test me. I am not disagreeing about PCDI being a less-than-average school, but she is 3/4 through it already, and it can be done.
testing
What companies did you find that were willing to test PCDI grads?
Maybe testing is new
I have been with Keystrokes for almost 2 years on an account that I love. I never tested when I started. Maybe it is something they have recently implemented.
testing
I refuse to test. I have 7 year experience. I send them a sample of my best work, maybe a H and P by a pakistan dictator. It is insulting to be tested. Dustin Hoffman doesn't test for parts why should I test for a danged typing job.
Testing
I recently tested for an in-house hospital position and the supervisor told me up front the dictator was American, and she saw no point in testing on a heavy ESL dictator since it really would not tell her much about my base of knowledge or interpretation skills. The file she did give me though had a lot of tricky phrases and common-sounding words that an MT with lack of experience would have a problem with. It was by far the best testing philosophy I had ever been exposed to. In other words, a supervisor who actually gets it.
testing
HMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
Applied for a TRANSCRIPTION job, not a QA job. In the testing she sent four jobs that need to be edited and they don't have voice files to go with them, just read them and edit them.
Maybe I am wrong, but I sent them back to her. IMO if you are testing for a transcription job you are testing on your skills of typing, not editing.
correct me if you think i am way out of line
Testing
I tested also and sent my tests back on 02/14/07. I just assumed may be they had filling their positions? Not sure at this point.
Testing
Is there both a written and transcription test? If so, do you think they are difficult?
Testing?
I have been out of the loop for many years when it comes to applying for a job. Can anyone please tell me what to expect as far as testing when it comes to applying with any transcription companies. I need to leave the Q in the worst kind of way before this company drives me totally crazy! Thanks for your help.
Testing
When I worked for MQ a few years back, their pedal worked with Express Scribe. (free download) or if you have USB pedal such as an Infiniti, use it with Express Scribe.
testing
Yes, I agree. I totally ask how much they pay before hand. I have never run into any problems. Why spend so much time testing to get told you will be paid 4cpl!
Testing
Their testing is hard to pass!!!
testing
Phoenix will be glad to test you at anytime. We receive 100's of resumes a week and all applicants who have the experience necessary are replied to. If you did not receive the testing information, just email hr@phoenixmedcom.com and we will be happy to send you the testing information. Some emails are returned as undeliverable as well, so there is nothing that can be done about this.
Testing
On their site, there's a link to click to take the test. Be prepared to spend 45 minutes to over an hour. There are multiple choice questions and transcribing. I went ahead and did it today just to get it out of the way if they do call.
Testing.
I am recently going through this testing process and what is send my resume with a note asking them if they could tell me what their pay scale is before I do the testing. That way, if they are only going to give you 7 cpl and it is unacceptable to you, you haven't wasted all your time doing the tedious testing. Also, 3 or 4 companies I applied do actually didn't even have me do the testing, saw my experience, talked with me on the phone, and offered me the position! Good Luck!
on the testing, but
They have a tier'd pay rate on production and 3 different sets based on employee with insurance, employee without insurance, and IC.
like 6 cpl to 7 cpl for up to 3000 lines, a bit more for up to 6000 lines, and a bit more for all lines over 6000.. 8-9.5 perhaps. No shift differential, no weekend pay. No holiday pay.
testing
I will check to see if the test has come through. I don't remember asking anyone to take the test, but I will sure check on it for you!
testing with them
I'm testing with them now and I think that she said DocQscribe. I'm not familiar with it unfortunately.
Quig
Right you are, Testing MT! An MT must know sm
the standards as determined by BOS, and should make note on the test that s/he followed BOS guidelines for the test. That would be a clue to the testing company that the MT just might know his/her stuff.
testing
I downloaded the test dictation on express scribe and used my footpedal. Not too bad.
Testing for MD-IT.
Hi!! Kind of discouraged right now. I just took testing for MD-IT, which was very easy and I know I Ace'd it. In fact I don't think I made one mistake in all the test files, but this morning they said that my testing did not qualify me for a position with their company. I don't understand why they take applicants and go to all the trouble of testing if they really do not have any positions open. Anybody else have this kind of experience with companies or test for companies and then never hear anything for weeks.
I think this is very inconsiderate and unprofessional too. We are people with feelings and to be treated this badly is just not right.
testing
 I TESTED FOR MRC AND AFTER TWO WEEKS, THEY NEVER CONTACTED ME. I FINALLY GOT MAD AND SENT THEM AN E-MAIL... TOLD ME I DID NOT PASS (25+ YEARS EXPERIENCE AND 98% QA AUDIT).... HOW UNPROFESSIONAL IS THAT ? MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION SEEMS TO BE GOING TO THE DOGS.
Testing
I also have 20+ years exp and although I did not take a test for Focus, I have failed other tests. Only, however, when it is involved with Career Step - (In the end telling you that you should sign up with them.) I know darn well that I passed those tests and I have been looking on the internet to see if anyone else had that problem. I don't think it has anything to dow with the employer (but it is the testing agency) who is separate from the employer and somehow with Career Step. I think it is unfair and basically rigged.
testing
I tested with them about 18 months ago. They gave me ESLs and then told me I failed the test and not to call them to be re-tested for 6 months. I was a CMT for 15 years and a MTSO myself... IMPOSSIBLE !!!!! I was really ticked off and have not called them since, but did get a steady job on my own that I'm pretty happy with. Actually, I agree that they are worthless.
testing
I would stay away - too easy to see that she is trying to get MTs to do free work. Obvious.
testing
Don't let it get you down. I tested for one company and they told me to check back in six months. HA!!!! I have 35 years experience. So I told them where they could get off.
just testing
just testing, I was having trouble posting
Testing with MDI
There is no formal test with MDI. They carefully screen during the interview and during the first few weeks, they make sure you are a good fit. That's why they tell you not to give up your current job at the beginning. Good luck!
I did the testing on Oak...sm
It's really not that bad and it doesn't take that long. It was worth it to me and I was just given a very good offer with them. I'd consider doing the testing if I were you. Sometimes you still have to do more to get into the better companies, but it's worth it in the long run. I've also never heard anything bad about them, and that's why I was asking here if anyone is currently working for them and would share their experiences about it.
Testing at TM
Yes, I have tested with them a year and a half ago. I am a past MTSO, 15-year CMT, 25+ veteran of medical transcription. I took their test. They said I didn't pass and told me that if your don't pass the first time, you have to wait another 6 months before you can test again. I seriously have a very, very, very, very hard time believing that bull pucky. I guess you just have to take your chances. They gave me all terrible ESLs with static as background noise, which I thoughly wrong. I tested with another company and they hired me immediately. Go figure. I don't think you'll be able to find a position withou testing anywhere. Hope this helps.
testing
I just noticed the words I spelled incorrectly on my post - no wonder !!! Just kidding. I'm very tired and when I get wound up about the way companies and other MT people treat us, it just infuriates me. Sorry.
QED further testing
I took the typing test and passed, but, like others have said, it was not as easy as straight dictaphone. The next part of the test is lengthy, spelling, sentence structure, something else and then the transcription portion with voice files. It's an extremely long process (longer than the norm) and I did not want to provide my SSN on their website.
Testing
I tested for one company and the recruiter responded months later. By then I was already working. On top of that, the information file she wanted me to fill out wasn't in the email. I responded letting her know this and I never got another response, so I thought that was weird.
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