Suggestion - don't be afraid to talk to your STM sm
Posted By: WebHead on 2009-04-08
In Reply to: I feel the exact same way. - Me Too :(
about this. Rather than being scared or crying about too many blanks / ESL, why don't you set a time to talk to her (or him)? Just say I am worried about my %QA and want to know what you think we can do to bring it down. You might be surprised.
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Why? What are they afraid of?
If you or any other MT is afraid to
...mention it, then you have a problem. I've been down this road before. Most of the time the supe doesn't know and/or care what's going on. I would bring it to her attention. If things don't change.....look elsewhere. There's too many companies out there to put up with continuous crap like that. This cherry picking and playing favorites is for the birds. Good Luck!
Yep, I was afraid of that. :( nm
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Thanks, that was what I was afraid of. nm
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Everyone is probably afraid to say anything
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I'm afraid to ask..
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That's what I'm afraid of...
I have a fairly high production rate, and I hate to sign on with a company, obtain the equipment to do the job, then find there isn't enough work to keep me busy. The recruiter said they had just landed a couple of prime hospital accounts, and they are so incredibly nice, that I'm very tempted to take it to see how it plays out. I have a couple of other offers, including MQ, so I'm busy contemplating which way to go.
Thanks for the advice, everyone. I really appreciate it :-)
afraid? of what?
You were looking for a job when you found one with MQ weren't you? I left there a couple years ago and am SOOOOO much happier now. I went with MDI. Be afraid of fear itself; it is paralyzing and will hold you back from all kinds of good things. Do it smartly, but go for it.
I was afraid of that.
You make a good point, though, because the work would be clinic in my preferred speciality, and you can't get any easier than that, given that there are reasonably understandable dictators and a good platform.
What the heck. I'll give it a try, then. 
That's what I was afraid of. :(
I would love to go back to school and become an RN but can't right now. I'm 29 but have 3 small children at home and a husband who runs a construction company so isn't home much right now. I really need something from home at this time. Poo. Guess I'll have to keep searching and be more flexible in my requirements. :(
My suggestion sm
Since you are not having any problems expressing yourself with management and don't feel it is an issue, discuss it with management. Ask them if it is appropriate for you to work your schedule around your lifestyle if it differs from the one you have already committed to. Ask them if it will cause a problem for production or account management if you don't show up to work when they expected you to, even if the volume is high, because then some of the work you say came in the morning and didn't get done until the afternoon might possibly have gone out of TAT. That is exactly what management is trying to avoid and that is exactly what management was talking about when they sent out the company-wide email discussing this very issue you say that you can get away with. Why is it that you can get away with it, but others are sent emails specifically instructed not to do this if it isn't a problem?
I didn't post to cause an argument. I just posted to begin with because there is obviously a discrepancy with what some can do and what others can't, and what may be a wonderful experience for others within the company doesn't always ring true with everyone and should not be dismissed or eluded to as simply not true. If the sun is shining outside your front window, it doesn't mean it's shining outside mine. But just because it's raining, it doesn't mean I'm going to pack up and move either. I'm going to wait for the rain to stop and in the meantime hopefully be allowed to speak about it raining without others saying it's not true.
My suggestion:
I was feeling the same way...so, I did what I felt I needed to do. I talked to someone in the management position about all the things I have read on here. I WA sick of all endless chatter about how awful OSi is. I feel that I did the right thing, as I no longer have that "sick" feeling. I have been reassured and I know that my job will be here for as long as I wish to work at OSi. Another suggestion I can give is to stay away from MTStars. It is nothing but a bunch of lies and gossip. These people thrive on making others miserable and lying about other companies just to make them look bad. More than likely, the ones downing OSi have had past employment and were unable to make it and now are holding a grudge. You know who I mean, the petty ones...and you all know who you are. I don't know about the rest of you, but I passed third grade a long time ago, why do I feel like I am right back there when I read this board?
So, if I haven't quieted your fears, talk to someone in authority at OSi. If you don't like what you hear, then you can move on to wherever you feel you need to go. Hopefully it won't be MTStars.
My suggestion would be, if you don't fit the sm
hiring criteria for a company but would really like to work for it, ask to take the test anyway, and ask for feedback on the results. If you did well on the test, maybe the company would waive the criteria. However, as you know, it is really better to have the experience before tackling this kind of work at home all alone. Good luck to you!
Did you try the other suggestion and go through
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Suggestion
I would suggest getting another job. That's what I did. Here's the interesting thing. Both companies use the same platform, and same line count, yet at OSi I was getting a major cut in the count. Now I'm actually getting paid for what I type and have plenty of work. I was skeptical before I left but appears to be a wise decision.
Thanks for the suggestion. No, (sm)
the disability was not due to a mental health issue. I appreciate your reply.
Actually, your suggestion about going to the
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suggestion
download ExpressScribe, which I believe has a free version, and try to locate a cheaper USB footpedal from E-bay or some such thing. to test, this should be all you need, plus your skills, of course. good luck.
Suggestion
Instead of bellyaching on a public anonymous board about all your company complaints why not address them to the people who pay you to work, then you might get some action for your gripes.
And... if you are bellyaching on company time when you should be doing your job, shame on you.
suggestion
Thank you for the suggestion. I will definitely apply and I really appreciate the information. I hope my previous posts did not sound like complaints, they were not meant as complaints. Today is the first day I have posted on this site.
My only suggestion would be
that you insist on a back up account from day 1. While I like working for Keystrokes, I am disappointed at the same time. When I was hired, I was told there would be plenty of work. We run out of work almost daily on the account I am on and I have asked repeatedly for a back up account and so far have not been accommodated.
As for pay, I don't know of any accounts paid double for more than a 2 min dictation. They do usually pay a premium rate for certain types of reports, but I think it can vary from account to account.
suggestion?
Are you suggesting that the poster start a new thread asking what sort of time off others receive with their companies? I don't see how we could possibly know what other co's offer without pursuing other opportunities otherwise.
Here's a suggestion
Talk to OSi first - see if they are willing to see you side and compensate you. Be nice. :) Then if they say, no, you will leave knowing you tried to work it out. If they say yes, you can wait for a calmer moment to decide about leaving...
I worked for them once - left over payroll issues as well.
Suggestion
This has been posted here many times before. Look up and you will see the 'Google' search bar. Make sure the little dot is right next to 'MT Stars'. Type in 'weekly pay' or 'pay weekly' or 'weekly' and you will find your answer.
I have a suggestion
I went through Meditec for my MT training. During that time, they had some kind of medical program put up on their webpage from an outside company that offered three levels of care. The cost was reasonable. The levels had different deductibles. Go to Meditec.com and look in the column on the left side and click on Health and wellness, then scroll down to the bottom of the page for this information. You can click on more information from there for more details of it. I did not use it because I was covered under my husband's plan, but recall thinking it might be a good option if I needed it. Good luck to you and God Bless.
Suggestion
I'm not here to bash or flame, but hope these suggestions will be helpful to you.
For future reference, it might help a lot to just change your resume to state whether your acute care experience was at a facility or for an online MTSO. Then state what worktypes and specialties that you did the most often. It is helpful to be as specific as possible. It also helps to list your favorite and no so favorite specialties. For instance, you might have worked all specialties, but don't exactly care for cardiology, while you just LOVE orthopedics and EKG reports. Then, if the recruiter still asks, I would be concerned that he/she did not understand your resume.
I made these changes to my resume and found it very helpful. I do still get questions and I go ahead and answer them. I have to admit, though, that since I have my state of residence clearly written at the top of my resume alongside my name, when one recruiter claimed that I had not provided my state of residence, stating in a rather unfriendly manner that she needed this information before she could do business with me, I ceased all communication with her.
Thanks for the suggestion ... sm
This is actually something I was thinking about just today. I think I may approach my TM about it on Monday. =)
My suggestion sm
My suggestion would be to apply to companies that don't regularly advertise for MT's. Try local MTSOs. They seem to pay better and treat their MT's better. Or, contact hospitals in your area. Sometimes they have MT's who are homebased.
My experience has been that national MTSO's promise a lot of things that they can't deliver, like having plenty of work, etc. They all seem pretty much the same, in my opinion.
Good luck to you!
Just a suggestion
I think the way you were talked to by one of the people on here sounds like she has a problem with bullying. Her problem, not yours. What solved my no work problem was to get two jobs. I work for two companies, one a large national and the other a small mom and pop (yep, they do exist) and when one does not have work, the other most likely does. As to what company to apply to, I would say to read through the adverts, find something that meets your particular likes and needs, and give it a whirl. You might have to adjust hours and fine-tune it a bit, but it is doable. I support my family and have found that having two jobs is the only answer in this economy. In any event, I wish you the very best of luck. Don't let the economy (or the bullies) get you down.
Another suggestion
Use all the tools at your disposable, especially the personal normals others have added. When you get that ESL you find impossible to understand, check and see if someone has a normal for it. Drop it into your report and then edit as you listen to the dictator and change whatever. That's an excellent way to get a handle on these ESLs.
Suggestion
Call Transtech in Houston. Ask to speak to Debbie Hood and explain your situation. Worst case, your name and number will be given to her and she will call you back. If you are really good, you will get a job. They may ask you to test or fill out an application on line or maybe ask you to email your resume but at least call them and get your name and phone number in the pot. You will not be ignored. It may take a few days but don't give up hope please.
Thanks for your suggestion!!
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What are you afraid of them finding out
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I'm afraid they offshore...
and lied about it to MT Stars, so they are simply forbidden 2 post here.
I would be afraid to mention that...sm
especially if your boss knows you have the ability to see who is assigned what jobs, etc...With that in perspective, I would be afraid because they are not really hiding anything from you. I agree with you. I would feel very bad and that that is an unfair situation, but again, would still be afraid to bring it up since the fact is not being hidden. Maybe there is a certain short-term reason this person is getting the easier ones. I would hang in there a little while longer, give it some more thought, see what happens in the next few days, and then make a decision. I know hastiness gets me into trouble more times than if I would have just waited it out. Hang in there. Do not get discouraged. I have had plenty of days like you are having where I just want to stop working for that day. Sometimes I do, and later on, I regret it. Hang in there!
Or - perhaps you are afraid of being replaced
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Almost afraid to answer here - LOL :) sm
I do acute care for Keystrokes and have a really good account. It uses Chartscript and I get a good mix of all the basic four work types. The line count is easy to get, and I do right around 1500 lines per day. This is the third account for me and I have been on it for about 10 months. The first two were not for me but my manager kept working with me until this one. The funny thing is that she said that others liked this the least and I like it the best!
Come on - don't let them make you too afraid
I am an MT with 20 years' experience - and 10 years as an activist in various worthwhile projects. I don't promise to know all the answers - or be able to provide the whole solution.
All I know is that IF we continue down the path we are on, A WHOLE NEW GENERATION of MTs will be borne into the field who EXPECT to make lower and lower wages... This is the way it's done.
We have a duty in a way to demand better for ourselves and for those who follow.
Still, I understand if you don't trust a 'stranger' - but frankly, management has no sway here - they can't do a thing about those who might seriously organize -
If we cave to fears, THEY win without even having to work for it.
If you email me, just give your Initials (i could care less about an IP - I'm not spying :)
Then I will respond with MY FULL information. When/if there is a serious response by more than 1 or 2 people I WILL promise to get this ball started rolling. That's ALL I can promise from a board like this.
LET'S GIVE 'EM SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT.
If you are afraid you will lose your job.....
Then go find something different to do. It's not difficult. But do not claim that this is a national security issue when it is not.
Yes, that is the company and no one afraid here!!!
so go back under the rock you came from.
That is what I"m afraid of as my accounts go to VR
I am one of those very fast typists and normally do 250-275 lph once up to speed on an account. My account is going to VR soon, and I just knew that what you are saying is accurate; that VR can be a money maker for some but definitely not for those of us in this category. Ugh, I smell a huge pay cut coming for me
Don't be afraid of the negativity...
Facts are facts, and it's useful. You don't have to like it but can still use what you read. Things tend to get witchy here sometimes, but I gotta say were it not for this board and the freedom we have here of saying what we feel and reading both sides, I'd not have been able to make a halfway intelligent quick decision between two companies. I was set to sign on with a place everybody was praising highly a few months ago which now apparently is going the route of the place I just left, i.e., down the tubes. I used this board, made personal email contact with several people (very valuable) and very quickly picked a place where hopefully I can quit worrying for awhile at least (but who knows? I'll never truly feel secure jobwise again, but it's been a good wake up call). The info I continue to get here has been invaluable to me. You have to know how to use information you're presented with and take what you can from it in any situation. By the way, I also learned that you cannot necessarily believe everything a recruiter will tell you no matter how nice that person is or how intelligent you think your questions are. It can be a different story once you've signed on with the company.
Are you not afraid of nosebleeds up there sm
on your high horses - aim at the the first 2 posters.
Entitlism is just not something I can stomach on the 4th of July. (your statement)
This IS an unineducated statement. Stuff like paying (giving them) them an interest free loan (business loan) to pay for their capital improvements- they want you to use their PC and want a way to pay for it interest free. This is bull. Plain bull. Hey you want to pay for some things that will only work on their PC, go ahead. Hey jump at the chance.
If for instance, you are doing work either FT or PT a business of one, just going merrily along, there are not enough (given the standard deduction rate) to come up to that amount, meaning, you swallow the costs.
I say once again, I provide plenty of equipment/tools and should not have to pay a licensing fee to use their software and on and on. Just like I don't charge them for using my MSWord used to interface their platform to make it function. E--nuf. !
Especially when you are an IC and THEY virtually have no business costs, no social security, unemployment insurance, no disability costs and on and on. I call this a pretty darn good deal all ready.
Many people are now afraid to go with MDI
full-time. A good friend of mine who was full-time there left because she could not make enough to meet her expenses. I know they keep saying the situation will get better, but when? It seems (and I am looking from the outside) like the company has a new management style from how it used to be.
I think they know the answers but are afraid their MTs
will bail if they know the truth. January is a much better time to lose a bunch of employees than this time of the year, when things are picking up after the summer lull. In addition, they benefit in having a good 4 months to train employees for the eventual exodus of the MTs who worked for MDI for the flexibilty, type of work, pay, etc.
On the business end, it is more convenient for them to not have to do both W2s and 1099s for the 500 employees being incorporated into their system this year. They also have to at least offer insurance to their employees, so if they called everyone employees now, they would have to offer you insurance in December - assuming their eligibility period is 90 days - and again on January 1, the start of a new plan year. That would be a tremendous amount of redundant paperwork.
I am sad to say they do indeed know the answers, they just know that you are not going to like them. Hence, they are doing what they did before, playing dumb.
I am looking for a PT IC position. Anyone have a suggestion?
I'd like to work around 20 hours a week on an IC job that pays decent, has easy platform etc.. Anyone help know of such a company that offers this?
I have a suggestion for MT companies looking for MTs
Please try and put some facts regarding employment status on your website. I just spent a lot of time testing for 3 different companies, who neglected to indicate that they hire only ICs. I need employee status and only found out after I had passed the testing and was contacted by either an email attachment or phone call. Looking for another job in this business is very time consuming. The testing can take more than a few hours, all total and then to find out that they only hire ICs is a bit annoying.
I have a great onc suggestion
I worked for a company called Golden Isles for awhile. I have to say that they were one of the best on the net in many ways.
Management is fantastic, training and feedback is great, pay is fair, but there were no benefits in place when I worked for them. This could be different now, and if you are interested in PTE, it may not be of concern to you. They also have one of the lower minimum mandatory counts for PTE that I've found on the net.
I really kind of blew it leaving there, but hey, that happens. All in all, I think they are fantastic and a great choice if you are onc inclined. :)
Thank you..very good suggestion. :) NM
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Suggestion before going "national"
Have you discussed with your employer about piloting a home-based program for your department?
I began my career in a small-town hospital setting. Then, moved to another state and worked home-based for national companies for a few years until my children were older. After moving back to a small town, returned to in-house hospital employee. Within a short period of time I discussed with my HIM director about piloting a home-based program, which was successful -- almost 10 years now. One of our coders is now home-based, and the others will be going home soon.
Hospital bennies are GREAT -- excellent retirement plan; PTO accumulates according to how many hours worked in a 2-week period and length of service.
There are advantages and disadvantages to any job, but I enjoy the flexibility of home-based, no dress code and reduced auto expense, except for required in-house meetings.
Cherry-picking, supv pets, select MTs being praised for quantity rather than quality still going on every day whether in-house or at home, but I try not to let that influence my day.
May God bless you with your decision-making.
Heres a suggestion,,,,,
Maybe save all of your unanswered emails in a folder. Then, when you get swamped with emails, resend the batch of unanswered ones and ask for a reply. At least you know they are there at that time.
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