Supply and demand
Posted By: LK on 2009-10-04
In Reply to: R-E-S-P-E-C-T!!!! - frustrated old MT
This is what drives wages more than anything ,and because of offshoring and VR, demand is down. Don't know about supply, but the schools keep cranking out MTs, so it's probably pretty steady. As long as MTSOs have a large pool of MTs to choose from, downward pressure on wages will continue. Has nothing to do with what we think we are worth. Companies will only pay what they have to pay. This is true in every industry.
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Supply and Demand?
I would wonder if it's not more an issue of most MTs wanting to use their on computers. My Mom, sister, and I all are transcriptionists and there's no way we'd work on anyone else's computer. First, I've got to have my laptop. I don't want a big, clunky desktop taking up space in my house. We already have 4 other laptops anyway (we homeschool). There isn't any room for anything else. Also, I've got to be able to work anywhere I happen to be. I have a strict 8-hour shift but that doesn't mean I have to be home to work. I'd be too nervous traveling as much as I do with someone else's equipment.
IC, they have to ask and not demand
nm
then demand a union instead
otherwise shut up.
Yep, we still are IN DEMAND, in spite of it all! nm
yep demand letter already sent
and will probably end up there but I don't care as I deserve to be paid for my services. And the entire way this person handled this entire matter was so immature. Wish I could copy and paste some of the e-mails that went back and forth. Very childish and immature!!
Demand for payment
Send her a demand for payment letter with 10 days to pay you. Send it certified with return receipt. State that further action will be taken if payment is not received by you in 10 days, and add that interest will begin to accrue on the balance. In the meantime, see if you can find other MTs who are owed money by this same person. If it's only you, they know you won't take the trouble to travel to their state to file in small claims court. If you have several people, you can file a class action suit in federal court. That's what worked for me a few years ago with a company in California.
as mentioned, not a big demand for it whatsoever - sm
because of the fact that it can be outsourced. However, there are hospitals in very very remote areas that do not want to or cannot outsource, usually a very small hospital with outdated equipment, etc., - those were the travel assignments.
meant to say the way U DEMAND 2 b treated..NM
I would send a demand for payment
that you have that as proof. Give them x amount of days to pay up or you will take further legal action. Also make note in the letter of the disconnected telephone number. Then you'd need to file a complaint for the money due.
Keyword is "employee." Employer can demand any
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Yes, but that's a good thing. They demand quality.
Of all the nationals and bigger MTSOs, MQ is about the only one who never does quality checking. But in the end, that's not a good thing. Its best to learn to stay on our toes and keep our quality up. Don't worry - you're worried about it, so that's a sign you are a great MT. Others don't care.
Send a Demand Letter Certified
with your invoices. Tell her she has 10 days to pay or you will pursue legal action.
You might also consider taking her to Judge Judy. They are looking for new & interesting cases, but first of all you have to send out your demand. Contact the show's website & submit your case. JJ is an arbitrator though and you will get paid from the proceeds of the show - so the woman that owes you money doesn't really get punished per se, but does get a good dose of public humiliation on nationwide TV! That way you let other MTs know what a rotten business woman she is.
The show pays your airfare/hotel too. My daughter took a girl who assaulted her to JJ and she won 5K! That's why I'm posting anon - can't really discuss specifics until after show airs.
Contact one of the big wigs by phone and demand a UPS or FedX pickup. nm
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Usuall plenty of work - demand a secondary or tertiary acct. nm
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They pay better than that now. They do not supply PC
but just like all the other companies, they do require Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs. They are nice people to work for. I have been there a few weeks.
They do supply equipment for a (sm)
nominal lease fee. No weekends unless you want to work them.
which companies supply pc's
Does anyone know which transcription companies who supply the pc's offer good line rates and are good to work for? I am almost burned out trying to find a good company to work for.
yes, they do supply the computer, but
it'll tke them FOREVER to get it out of your house when/if you quit. I quit in Feb. and am STILL looking at that stupid machine. I still continue to get company emails, my emails go unanswered.... Communication is severely lacking, always was IMO....
OSi used to supply computers - not sure if they still do
N/M
They only supply the tower. Nothing else. nm
Do they supply C-phone?
NM
do they supply computers?
nm
Will they supply a computer? Then
If they supply computer equipment, then that could be a reason. So far the only company that ever asked me for permission to do a check is a company that would have supplied the hardware. Otherwise, I have never heard of a company wanting to check a credit report.
Do they not supply another account if you run out? (NM)
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Did everyone have to supply their own computer?
I had to turn down a job because I did not have XP on my personal computer. I only spoke to one supervisor via email and she said I needed my own PC.
Does anyone know where to find a good deal on XP?
Thanks.
Do you have to supply your own computer?
When I applied I was told I needed my own computer with XP. The computer I have, XP I do not. I cannot seem to find XP for a reasonable price either. Is this still what they ask for or has it changed?
Thanks
they supply the cphone, but...sm
the accounts they have with C-phones are really AWFUL!
they supply you with everything - you are not allowed to use your personal
computer for their work. Be forewarned - When you get their equipment, do not play or surf the internet for anything other than work related. They do monitor it. Use your own personal computer for personal emails and surfing outside of work related things.
any companies supply computers for ICs? - nm
nm
Their job is to supply the work, my job is to transcribe it!
Supply me with work and let me do my job! I am keeping up my end of the deal.
Do they supply/lease computers? NM
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companies that supply computer
Are there any good companies that allow part time work and furnish the computer, also?
yes they do, everything you need computer wise they supply. sm
very friendly user platform, pay always on time and correct, great bosses, great benefits, great sound quality, great QA people, all around a great place to work. Come on over to Webmedx. You will be glad you did.
Maybe they can supply you with the right copy of word.
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Does Focus infomatics always supply
computers to MTs who work for them? I ask because I'd rather use my own computer. I'm a little leary of hooking up someone else's computer to mine even with a router. I don't want the risk of any viruses or company Spyware or anything like that affecting my own personal computer. Can anyone shed some good light on this matter? Thanks in advance for your help. God Bless.
To correct answers above, they do supply
C-phone and/or foot pedal. They do not supply computer. I was hired less than 2 months ago and they provided equipment and had placed an order for more so doesn't sound like they are phasing that out. Starting pay for everyone is 8 cpl and after 90 days is reevaluated based on quality and difficulty of the account and can go as high as 9.5 cpl. You should receive a letter via e-mail stating this when you get a response to your resume. I don't know when the instituted this as cpl varied at one time.
They use ShortHand as an expander. You can download a 30-day trial from the ShortHand website and KS can give you a key to make it permanent.
Does etrans supply the computer? TIA
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Webmedx does supply an expander, it is
ShortHand. I never worked for MQ and I've been gone from Webmedx for a month, but I left because there was consistently no work on any of my accounts. One day I got 4 reports all day long and that was sitting in front of the computer for an entire 12-hour shift and checking every few minutes. There was plenty of work on some accounts, but I was told I couldn't work on them.
They have their own platform called Enterprise and I there were several issues with slowness, it locking up, losing reports, etc. They kept updating promising fixes but I never saw any positive results. They had production tiers, but because of so many problems with the account and lack of work there was no way to reach them. I believe they have restructured the way it is done though so it may be easier now, provided there is work.
I am no fan of Webmedx, but from what I've read about MQ there is no way I would consider them. Check the archives or read the MQ board here.
MDI doesn't supply a computer,
so you have to have your own. I take it your current company does supply your computer, in which case - yes - you should use your own computer.
Which companies supply computer? sm
Looking for a dependable company that supplies the computer and everything you need. Are there any ones left?
Thanks.
They use Dictaphone's ExText and will supply the pedal. nm
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MDI-FL has India contact they supply work to. nm
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Do they still supply the puter with Lotus Notes on it? nm
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Will TransTech supply a computer if needed?
Also, who is the pay at Transtech and how often are you paid?
They do supply standard, but I have connected my IBM keyboard.
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What type of software is required at TT and what do they supply? nm
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A company is not required to supply anything to an employee. The problem sm
is when ICs are supplied with equipment; they cannot be supplied with anything or they are employees.
Other professions need to have their own equipment, references, etc. This is not just in transcription.
I was told when I applied that if you need a computer KS will supply you with one, you then make pay
until it is paid off! Not a bad deal, and a good way to get a new computer.
did you have to purchase equipment for this service to work or do they supply - nm
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All good. Computers they supply $20 PP. Average pay, but GREAT support!
Work load consistent. Nothing bad at all to say. LOVE THEM!
What is their policy with regard to weekend work, and do they supply equipment?
Thanks.
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