Price fixing does not need to be accepted and should not
Posted By: . on 2009-08-21
In Reply to: What is the going rate today for experienced IC MTs. nm - PAMT
I see, 5, 6, 7, 8 and should not be accepted. Get your calculater out. Figure out what that would be per hour. Com'on this is a highly highly skilled profession, not just anybody can do it, takes year YEARS and you never know it all, never.
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Price fixing
It seems that ever since AAMT suggested that the line count should be characters divided by 65 (which cut our gross line pay by 1/3), clients have been insisting that we count that way. So now Escription comes along and tells the client the same thing and they want us to change the way we count. It seems to be there are some antitrust issues lurking here to be plumbed. Isn't that called price fixing? And wouldn't one think that we should check on it like with the attorney general?
It seems like price fixing in t this industry.
They all pay the same unlivable wages. Anybody know a lawyer? Ask about a price-fixing lawsuit.
I'm beginning to believe its price fixing
Seems like reps from all the major MTSOs sat down, came up with a so-called competitive rate, and decided to all cut wages at approximately the same time - so there's really nowhere else to go when MTs want to leave! Greed! Plain and simple!
What do the MTs get paid for fixing these?
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How do you get compensated for fixing these?
x
fixing issues/profit
Yeah, guess that is why Transcend had a press release that came out yesterday with a 74% increase in revenue from the prior year quarter. Here is an excerpt from that press release. "Most of the revenue increase of $2,779,000 between the second quarters of 2005 and 2004 is attributable to the acquisition of Medical Dictation, Inc (“MDI”) on January 31, 2005. MDI contributed revenue of $2,294,000 to the second quarter of 2005."
I think my company is fixing to go belly up so
I've decided it is time to start looking. I have been offered a position my Keystrokes and accepted it and then changed my mind before I even started work or they had mailed me equipment.
Medscribe is offering a sign-on bonus, which I could use, and they use the same platform I currently use.
There is so much posted about KS, mostly good. I just read through the archives and other than having to work certain holidays not much bad said about Medscribe.
Has anyone worked for both that can give some feedback? You can e-mail me directly if you'd rather. I have 20 years' experience in acute care, but I've basically only worked for 2 companies my entire career and the thought of having to start over again is stressing me. I have a lot of flexibility where I am currently and easy platform, but I still use WP5.1 so I'd pretty much have to learn Word no matter where I went, switch to a new expander, etc.
I am fixing to find out if E-scription does or not
today. Today is the big day I start with Transcend. I am going to find out as well if I like to edit machines.
for that price?
so if they were to pay you what you thought would be worth it, you would write an MT training program for people in India? That's nice. Don't complain that we are being treated as professionals and that our career has gone downhill when people like you are contributing factors to all of it.
we need to set our price
Upon looking at the job boards, I notice they want us to have 10 years' experience but want to pay only 7-8 cents a line.
It's time we decide on OUR bottom line.
What is the least we will accept as a group for transcription and ASR?
I say no LESS than 8.5 cents a line for transcription and no LESS than 5.5 cents for voice. We do not need to go any lower than that, if maybe that it even too low for some of you out there? I want to hear from you.
We MUST follow this up with action, or nonaction as it were, by not accepting any job for less than our bottom line.
Let's set a new standard for ourselves.
Where did she mention a price?
I didn't see a line rate posted. Usually a rate like 7 cpl is a temporary rate just to see if the person has the experience they claim (9 times out of 10 they don't) or it's temporary rate to offset the cost of editing of new hires.
price point?
Is that a nice way of saying cheap?
I think you are wrong. Everyone has a price. I think she would be sick of all of this by now. xx
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This is the price of doing business. If there weren't
something in it for you, you wouldn't be doing it - whether it be money, ego, prestinge, etc.
she didn't mention a price, i said
If you send a professional resume, go through the trouble of testing, passing it with flying colors, 7 cpl should not be anywhere in the offer. Pay a professional what a profession is worth from day one.
You can make more -- negotiate your price. sm
Dorothy is one of the few that pays MTs for their experience and quality.
Good luck!
The competition is in the price NOT quality.
Editors clean up American MTs and Indian MTs. Bottom line is COST!!! DUH! It is just like everything else being made overseas in China, Mexico...IT IS CHEAPER THERE!
Contact me for good price
$60.00 plus shipping for StartStop foot pedal. I got it when I worked for SoftScript before, so know it works well with their program.
Just remember.....everything/anything is for sale for the right price sm
No matter what, everything and anything has a price tag. Good luck to all KS MTs.
How can you compete with the big-company price-wars? - nm
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Forgot to say that I value accuracy over speed...sure I could go fasther but at what price? NM
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You're forgetting the Consumer Price Index has gone up 30% since the 90s
And as for doing well in VR, see this old post about why some people do well and some do not...just because you lucked out doesn't mean others didn't get screwed, and they DO have a right to complain.
http://forum.mtstars.com/main/v/1/131001.html
To quote: *In any of these usually extensive discussions about VR, most complain about how broke they are, and there are always one or two who say they're doing well with VR.
Well, the reason is not that one group is exaggerating or the other group is lying. It's because there are good systems and bad systems, and it's a crapshoot as to which one any of us ends up with.*
So enjoy your $16/hour. With your dearth of sympathy for those less fortunate than you, I'm guessing you'd also step over a homeless man in the street without a second thought.
yeah and the MTSO still charging full price for the work
Most physicians/hospitals don't even know they're dictating into VR so still paying full-on transcription prices while the nationals/MTSOs cut the MT's salary in half. Nice huh?
I just accepted a job with them
they have been very nice so far, I will keep you posted. I think the pay is dependent upon your experience. Eligible for benefits after 90 days.
I just accepted a job there.
My only scare is the strict schedule and sticking to assigned hours. I have been very lucky with this in the past. Does anyone who has worked for Spheris know how long it takes to move into a better schedule, days?
And you accepted it ...
This sounds like made up accusation. No MT ever lets an MTSO get away by shorting them. Sorry do not buy it.
I just accepted a job with them (sm)
Recruiter is very helpful in answering any/all questions. The company is sounding like a good fit for me. I can't wait to begin. Good luck!
I just accepted a job with them (sm)
They are supplying the foot pedal, I am responsible for the computer equipment. I previously worked on eScription, which is the platform for the account I'll be working on. It is very easy to use and I made more money doing a combination of speech recognition editing and standard transcription than doing straight transcription at my previous job, even with a lower cents-per-line rate than DeVenture is paying. And I'm a good productive transcriptionist, so in my opinion eScription is great! Good luck.
I accepted a job offer from
Transcend and the incentive plan looks excellent.
Just accepted a position with TH...
and then I read the post below. Are all MTs with TH having trouble getting work? Just wondering...
Explain that you accepted the job
on their initial offer, since they went back on that you decided to stay with your old job. If they really want you, maybe they will go ahead with the what they promised you in the first place.
I just recently accepted...
A position with them. Did you interview with them, and ask these questions? It is supposed to be a good company to work for. Their QA is supposed to be good; I heard their strict, but you will learn things quick. There line count is a daily 1200. As far as the hours worked, they expect you to work your full shift; this is very important to them; they strive on dependability and quality. You can E-mail if you wish.
I have accepted an offered with them as QA also. nm
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I have accepted an offer from them as QA also. nm
nm
I just accepted an offer with them and
They really do sound too good to be true. I had been away from this board for about 9 months and just happened upon the posts regarding them last week. The one that really caught my eye was (a few pages down) the MT who posted that they are a bright spot in a dim MT universe. After reading that, I sent in my resume.....and have just accepted a position with them.
If I had not been offered employment with them, I would have asked how long they keep resumes on file for consideration and when that time period is up, if I had not heard from them, I would then re-submit my resume.
I will post again in the future with an objective assessment the company and their treatment of MTs. My motto is always - If it sounds too good to be true (you know the rest!!).
Also, FYI, I have over 30 years experience, specialize in acute care with OPs being my favorite, and also have extensive ESL experience with a variety of dialects.
Thank you. I accepted the position. nm
just accepted a job with Transcend
...and I can't wait to start! I'm glad to hear you like it so far.
Same here. I've accepted.
I'm anxious to get started.
Ok...same here. I've accepted as well...
I can't find anything at all, but I haven't gotten any negative feelings towards her at all. I also got an offer from TTD, but I HAVE heard lots of negative things about them and was wondering which one I should turn down. I think I'm going to go with TMI as well. I'm anxious to get started. I hope it all turns out well!
I accepted yesterday
I applied on their website Monday and received an email, then a phone call from the recruiter. We spoke for almost an hour, all my questions were answered and they sound like a good company. I had to complete a sheet about my computer and the recruiter said he wanted to discuss accounts with the team leader. I sent my form back in and he called as scheduled yesterday morning. The ER account sounds like I will have plenty of work and I accepted. I then got an offer letter by email and hiring paperwork that I am working on today, I start Monday and just can't wait. They use Chartnet and from what I have researched that is a productive platform. I have never had such a professional or prompt response from a company and look forward to having steady work. Lee.
Apology accepted :-)
:-)
just received and accepted a sm
offer from Landmark Transcription. So far, they sounded most like the company that would fit me. i want to be an IC and only want part-time so it works for me. Thanks for all the tips everyone puts out there on companies. There is more positive about Landmark than negative. I am anxious to get starte again.
I just accepted a position with WMX to get away sm
from the Q. I wasn't told about this submission rate thing. Am I jumping from one fire to the next. Does anyone know if Transtech has any policy like this. Maybe I should give them a try.
Accepted an offer too...sm
for part-time, but I am not quitting my current job yet. I am going to test the waters first. 
If you accepted the position -
Why are you coming here to hear negative things about it? Why not be happy with your position and not anticipate something horrible happening. Sure, some people will tell you it is great (not likely on this board), but feel confident in your decision and don't worry about it. Just because someone couldn't handle a position and couldn't make any money, doesn't mean you won't! Also, get ready to hear about how they outsource. Tired of that dead horse! Who cares! Congrats on your new job - now go do a great job!
I just accepted an offer from MedWare and I am
Since she/he has accepted this position and is happy about it - sm
you should keep your opinion to yourself.
offered and accepted 9 cpl a few days ago...
with 5 years experience. Agree that cpl is based upon which account you're on.
My resume was just accepted and test sent
and info said $12 to $15 depending on test results - and apparently I bombed on the test... I'm a little stunned to be honest... I'm not cocky but I double checked my answers - wondering if it was timed? If so I definitely timed out.
I recently accepted a position
with Zylomed. This was the second time that I had been contacted by them - the first time I left several messages both through email and by voice mail but never received a response back. This time I left one message and received a phone call. They were actually pretty quick about sending my new hire packet, reference material and so forth (through email). It has been quite troublesome though trying to get a time set up with training. We did try once but it was determined that my foot pedal wasn't compatible with their platform so I am now waiting on that to arrive in order to set up another time for training. It's very hard for the ONE person they have that does all the training/hiring of new employees since he is also responsible for setting up all the MTs with the new platform they are switching too. I just hope it gets better (I'm being optimistic that it will). I understand how hard it can be out in the real world work force and try to keep that in mind. Just my two cents worth.
They have called me but I had just accepted another position, but
the caller ID on the phone shows up as Synthescribe and NOT AAmT.
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