I have worked 3 jobs at one time on the same computer....sm
Posted By: passing through on 2007-07-26
In Reply to: has anyone ever tried 2 new jobs - what if
By luck 2 were using Dictaphone Word Client and the other was a Word-based program that did not conflict with Word Client. I just had to manually change the server info for the Word Client jobs, but everything worked together just fine. I was thinking of switching to a different company, but their VPN fought with the VPN I had to use for the one company, so not able to switch, but it can be done, if all the software will work together. I also have put a mobile hard drive rack in my computer and have 2 hard drives, so I could put one company software on the one hard drive and the other company on the other, it is a pain, but that works also. What really works the best is 2 computers and a switch box, but most companies are not sending computers any more, so that may not be an option. Good luck.
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i work 3 part-time jobs now. it can be confusing if you are learning both at the same time, but sm
other than that not a problem for me. best to get one down before starting to other or you might become overwhelmed.
I have one full-time job and 2 part-time jobs. It can be tricky at times, sm
but at least I now have plenty of work always. I have some big financial goals, and right now that seems to be the only way to accomplish it. I can't see any reason why it would not be legal -- why would you say that? I am cheating no one, except myself (out of sleep and a social life). Fortunately, I am single with no children or anything. I cannot imagine doing this if I had a family. At least my dogige understands. 
Wel he worked with me, told me I needed to buy a new computer/
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OK, time to get off your mommy's computer
Either that or lay off the gin.
part time work plus computer
I'm looking for a part time (15 to 20 hours/week) transcription position. I would like a company that supplies the computer. I am a CMT with 7-years' experience with acute care basic four plus multispecialty transcription. Any suggestions?
I've worked 4 jobs before. I know what its like..
when money was tight, I got another job. (I had full-time MT job, waitressed at restaurant, bartended at a lounge, and cleaned and oversaw my apartment building) Did all that to move out of my parent's basement. That's how I am. Money's not so tight anymore because of BF, so now I have TIME to spend with my kids and I CAN appreciate that TIME because when I worked in-house, I didn't HAVE it. K. Enuf said.
I have worked 2 jobs for years. One
FT and the other as an IC or with a doctor's office. Works fine for me. I also have had the understanding with a doctor's office that the work is picked up twice a week. With my current IC job it is TRULY an IC, I let them know when I can work, how much I can work so it works just fine.
Time change is earlier this year so computer
probably will not ask you to change now, may ask you at the usual time.
I have worked 2 jobs almost all of my adult life. sm
I was always raised to believe that you could do anything you wanted or have anything that you wanted if you were willing to work for it, so that is what I have done. I have worked at home the last 10 years or so, so that makes it not so tough. It would be different if I had to slap on the heels and hose and commute across town to the various jobs, plus try to run home to let my doggie out.
I agree with you in that you cannot leave your fate in the hands of any company. We have to take care of ourselves -- seems as though no one else is going to. I always get a bit nervous with the big holidays coming up, but I figure surely with 3 jobs (1 FT, 1 almost FT, and 1 PT), I can make it through unscathed this year. Hope so anyway ......
Sorry that you were forced into doing the extra job thing, but it certainly makes sense. The first work at home job I had, I panicked when I ran out of work and I called the office, only to have the account manager LAUGH at me and say oh, just take the day off. I was an employee, not an IC, and when it happened several days in a row, I did NOT find it amusing. Oh well... bad memories. Things are better now, and I hope they are better for you too. 
What companies provide computer/equipment for part-time? nm
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RE: What companies provide computer/equipment for part-time? nm
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Also...do you have to clock out any time you leave the computer, i.e. to answer the door, go to the
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This is true..Put it this way. I made $45,000 this year but worked 3 jobs and at least 60
hours a week and sometimes up to 80. I have no desire to do that anymore. I'd be happy with $35,000 working 40 hours a week. What a dream job.
I'm not at TT anymore, but I worked yesterday using ExText, and after 2 jobs sm
I ran out of work, and it said connected and that's it. I wasn't blocked. There just was no work. I do not know how long you have been an MT, but I have come to expect it. It only makes sense. Kids are out of school,doctors take off to be with their families, patients do not want to come in for elective surgery during the holidays, etc. It all adds up to less work, unfortunately. I try to prepare for it, but I guess I'm never truly ready.
I do not know you, but from seeing your posts, I agree with some of the others who have stated that you seem very unhappy with your current position. If that is the case, and if you have talked with management and they will not help you, then perhaps you should try to find something else. I have worked for several companies, and most have been good experiences. I will help if I can.
Good luck to you. I hope more work comes your way. Heck, I hope more work comes my way too!
Part time jobs
Are you using your own equipment and working from home? If so, I don't see how their request can be legal. If you work your committed shift, it should be none of their business what you do from your own home on your own time whether you want to do another part-time job or go to the beech. They do not own you! You cannot embarrass yourself on this board. The majority of MTs on this board care what happens to their fellow MTs and are very understanding.
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Part time flexible jobs
Can you share? I am interested in part time evenings and weekends. Thanks, Lucy
I had my longtime pt time job and learned 2 new pt jobs.
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Question about two part time jobs
I currently work for a low-paying company who are basiclly okay otherwise, but have in their work contract that all your transcription time must be for their company (even above your committed hours). Since the pay is so low (I'd mention it, but don't want to embarass myself on this board), I've been considering accepting a part time job as well anyway.
My question is this, Is there any way the first company could find out if I don't tell them? I've been applying elsewhere, but just have not found another full time MT opportunity yet.
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I like to work 2 part time jobs. sm
I don't like to put all my eggs in one basket. (Easter eggs LOL!) That way if I lose one I still have one to fall back on. Been burned too many times between offshoring and VR.
There are so many MT jobs available that I feel we will be needed for a long time. There may be
some updating, but that will be fine. I feel MT will be here many, many years to come!!!!!
Are most part-time jobs with companies a few hours every day or are there
jobs that exist where you can work a few days during the week? If you can help, thank you!
Work both jobs for awhile, part time for the new one. Most
of the MTSO will understand your reluctance to quit your old job until you are sure the new one will work. I have worked for two companies in the past year and told both that I would have to work part time until I was comfortable quitting my old job. I ended up keeping my old job because the new ones didn't work out. Also, 1 cpl decrease in pay isn't that much to make up if the work is good. Hopefully, you won't have to sit around waiting for work, and you can follow the BOS which will be easier for you and probably help you transcribe fater.
AMEN TO THAT.. I worry all the time how fast our jobs are dwindling down thanks to work going
to other countries and more companies going to the voice recognition programs. Obviously, they will still need proofreaders and editors for the VR stuff, but not as many people. I feel like someday our jobs will just be gone so yes invest your money into nursing or something. Anything else medical is a win-win situation, just not transcription as a whole.
Great little company..I worked there for a short time, IC, and pay always on time, great owner too!
I had good dictators, they use FTP, and I had a 12-hour window to return the work.
I wanted to use my own computer and get rid of the RENT on TT computer, but Vista is not compatible.
Good way to make them money. Not have to upgrade software so that Vista is compatible with Vista. Huh?
At one time worked for Hos at 1.00, sm
which is low, I would say 1.25 and up is fair for experience. The 1.00 minute correlated to around 15-18/hr. I have 24 yr exp.
I worked for them some time ago....sm
and never had any problems. The only reason I left is because they require full-time status and I could only do part-time. They are wonderful people to work with, and I still think of them often. I say go for it!
I worked there quite some time ago
My experience was less than positive. It has been many years though. The pay was awful and often late and the owners were really hard to get a hold of, but i was new and out of school and didn't know much better, so I thought I didn't have a choice. In retrospect I feel like I was pretty taken advantage of, because I was a newbie. Lots of Christian values were preached but not many were followed. But again, that was a few years ago. Maybe it's changed.
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I worked for the same company the whole time and
just traveled for a year. I downloaded via FTP site so as long as I had internet access I could work anywhere. I have direct deposit so I didn't have to worry about that. My family and I traveled through 34 states and Mexico and I worked the whole time.
Probably not what you were asking, but maybe something you hadn't considered.
If you worked there, during the time that the e-mail was sent sm
you should have received.
I worked there 3 different times; EVERY time
That's the truth.
I worked for one like that and then found out they did not pay on time all
the time and that was a shocker and then it was wrong to boot.
I worked for MQ for a very long time. sm
I really loved working for them until the recent changes, and I agonized over my decision to leave. Now that it is done and over with, I can honestly say that I feel I made the right choice. However, now I find myself desperately searching for that job that I can settle into and be happy with, and hopefully outdo my 8 years with MQ. I definitely don't enjoy changing jobs.
I think at one time I saw you post that you worked
for the same company I do in FL. Only, if you work for them I want a raise - LOL. I am an employee but don't make that much, but I do have some bennies, so maybe we don't work for the same company.
I worked for them a long time ago.
Left in 2003. They were nice enough to work for. Not sure how it is now.
Thank you!! I was just too impatient. Thanks again. Worked this time.
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I worked for them a short time ago.. sm
I found them to be a very good company, very fair and very honest. I had no problems with getting my check at all. I did not stay with them long, however it had nothing to do with the company, it was for personal reasons. I would work for them again. Good luck.
I worked there a short time
and EVERYBODY I ever dealt with was pleasant & professional. Very, very nice company. I ended up leaving because I had trouble with my DSL and kept losing jobs, but it was a great company. I loved being able to review other chart notes on the patients, very helpful. Good luck to you there!
I worked for them for a short time.
Very, very fussy in QA, but other than that was a decent place to work.
What do you need to know? I worked there for a short time
Not my favorite company -- not because of software, but QA issues. No two QA said the same thing. It was a losing battle. I am much happier since I left that place. AMEN!
Worked there for a short time
I had no issues. I was never threatened. They will ask for help if MTs are not working/meeting quotas and as an AM myself, it seems there are more MTs who don't care than do.
I have worked there for a long time
and the trainer at All Type is excellent. She is very patient, precise about the process, and no question is too dumb for her. She never makes you feel stupid for asking. All your account specifics are in writing so you can refer to them instead of sitting there in the dark. The typing platforms are varied but not difficult to learn.
I worked there for a very short time
...just long enough to figure out there was no way to make any money...especially on the Emdat Inscribe platform they use. The people there are very nice though but that doesn't pay the bills!
Yes. Have worked for a long time and
always had work in the morning, but now there is nothing to do. I can't even make my minimum line counts most of the time.
ANON, I AM NOT WRONG - I worked for them and had some down time
AND I DID NOT GET PAID FOR IT. It must be something new that is being set in place. Maybe the labor board got on their case again. And don't tell me I'm wrong about that because I GOT A LETTER a while back!
I worked there part-time for awhile. sm
IC status, pay definitely on the low side, but I did clinic work and it was fairly easy with easy dictators. They pay weekly and always on time. Great people to work with.
I worked for Futurenet for a long time. sm
I can honestly say that I did not work on any accounts without a majority of ESLs. Unless they got a lot of new accounts that are really good, the norm with them was heavy ESLs. I would advise any MT who has a problem with ESLs to check this out thoroughly before applying with them.
Worked there for a very short time. Glad to be gone.
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