TSSC definitely worth it. sm
Posted By: ITK on 2005-08-27
In Reply to: TSSC is really good. I've worked for other nationals and haven't been let down by them. nm - JG
I just started with TSSC 6 months ago. I think it was the best move I could make. I have assigned accounts. I know when my work is coming and don't have to worry about it being given to someone else. Pay is never an issue. They have direct deposit and set paydays. No waiting for the check to come.
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TSSC
Good folks to work for and good folks to work with. If you think I'm saying this because I type for them, you're wrong. I did, though, for a short period of time, am not anymore because of email foul-ups, but I do not have one bad word to say about that company. Check was always in the bank as promised. I never had an assigned account per se, which was my only problem with them, but I think that was rather a special case and no fault of theirs or mine.
If you're an IC, TSSC is the place to be.
TSSC???
In response to post below - what is TSSC? I am an IC and need more work.
TSSC! nm
tssc
What was awful about them? I was thinking of applying.
TSSC?
Anyone work/worked for TSSC here? I did a search but only came up with posts from a year or more ago. Any current info out there? I'm looking for something part time to supplement my other account. Things seem to have dried up here again with one account, kind of difficult to just relax and take the free time to prepare for the holidays when I need the money in order to do that!  TIA!
Anyone know about TSSC??
Does anyone have any experience with TSSC???
TSSC, LLC
Does anyone know if TSSC, LLC provides equipment to transcriptionists? Any other info would be great. I'm not finding much on the boards about them.
TSSC
if you can handle being nitpicked daily for 90 days and working on crappy dictators, they are great!
TSSC
I've worked for TSSC for almost 3 years and love it! It's a great company to work for and I have no complaints.
TSSC
I work for TSSC and highly recommend them. They don't have pools, so you get to become accustomed to the same doctor(s). They are easy to work with, i.e., if you need more work or less work, they can adjust your work load with no problem. Pay is 1st and 15th, direct deposit, always on time (if not early). I have typed many, many dictators over the years (7) and think they have a supply of good dictators. Any other questions, I'd be happy to answer. They are also good at giving feedback.
Hey TSSC......
I realize and understand why the MTs are upset about the pay cut. That being said, you don't know the technicalities of the whole situation. I personally don't think that if your account was not one that was being reduced, then your pay should not be reduced. But that is my opinion. I am also amazed that there are people out there that actually pay more than 10 cpl!
That being said....I am currently working part time for a company for 8 cpl (which satisfies me), and I am looking for another typing position to offer me work every day. I would be happy to rescue some of you from your 8 and 9 cpl hell for a little more work every day. I would just be grateful to have the extra income at this point.
Jobs are not easy to come by these days guys....be grateful that you have a job because the only alternative would be to start your own MT company, and we all know that takes money. So, it puts you between a rock and a hard place and it sucks, I agree. But keep in mind that there are people out there that would happily take your jobs and not fuss about it.
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TSSC. Opinions, please? nm
Does anyone have web address for TSSC?
Thanks
TSSC is hiring.
I know that TSSC is hiring now. They have an ad on the Job board. Truly a great company to work for if you want to still work as an IC but get the accounts and get paid on time. No bennies, but definitely worth the accounts. They have direct deposit now also.
Opinion of TSSC
Check out TSSC's ad on the job board. They are hiring. GREAT company, IC status. They have direct deposit and I know they are hiring now.
TSSC is great!
I've worked for TSSC for 2 years now and they are awesome! It's a small company and the owners are great to work for. The accounts are assigned so you're able to build up your line count quicker. Direct deposit and never late. I'd give it a try!
Any info on TSSC, LLC
Could not find many posts on this company. Thanks.
Anyone here work for TSSC?
Just wondering why I sometimes get responses that include times of prior e-mails. It's almost like they are on the defensive. I have never encountered this type of communication and am having trouble making sense of it. I don't need a history of communication, who did what when is not necessary for such minor requests and I find it particularly confusing. I feel like I'm bothering them or something. Anyone else feel like they are imposing? I haven't worked there long but like it so far. Wish I knew why communication was so different. Maybe it's because they've grown so fast, could just be incredibly busy I guess.
TSSC starting pay
And, I believe their starting pay is 8 cpl (65 char w/spaces). I believe they are hiring currently.
TSSC stands for?
Sorry, I don't know all the company names by their initials.
TSSC invo
Normally, TSSC uses no platform. Just download files and type in your Word with your expanders, etc. However, I was checking out this Avreo system myself and have just asked Tracie some production questions. Also, I see that she is offering 9 cpl, instead of 8, for this particular account. (This is the only account that I know of that uses a platform.) Will updated when I get more info.
TSSC - are they IC only? Their website gives no info at all. nm
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Any information on TSSC--Bad or Good
Anyone know anything about this company??
TSSC is a wonderful co to work for for ICs. sm
Guess it just didn't work out for the poster above.
TSSC...still only FT, IC, and using DSS files or has anything changed? Thx. nm
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The initials for this company are TSSC....
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Oops, my mistake....yes, TSSC is in SC...
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TSSC of South Carolina
Any info regarding this company? Nothing on the boards and cannot find website.
Any current info on TSSC?
Starting pay? Anything? Thanks!
Tssc pays for everything that is typed sm
So if you type a patient name, dob, or dos, you get paid for it. TSSC works for some people, for some it does not.
TSSC is hiring now, Great company. NM
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Anyone out there work for TSSC- Transcription Solutions
of South Carolina. I tested and would like to have some info before going further. Thanks!
TSSC is really good. I've worked for other nationals and haven't been let down by them. nm
WHY isn't it worth it?
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For what it's worth ...
I don't know about smaller nationals, but Spheris doesn't pay for those things either. If you run out of work, you can flex your time and make it up. If you don't want to do that and had rather have the time off you are allowed to do so. If you cannot get it made up AND you don't have PTO to pay yourself, then you still file for PTO and it covers you as far as failing to make minimum production -- that way you're not in trouble.
When I first started with TEM (now Spheris), they paid downtime by the hour but cut that out with their new pay plan about a year or more ago.
I don't know of any remote company that pays only on a production basis that would really afford such an offer -- paying downtime for no work. The hospital I used to work for has remote employees but they are all paid by the hour, period (yes, even at home) with incentive that pays out an extra hourly for production. If you are going to be down for 2 hours in a day, you are expected to drive to the hospital and work your day or flex it to a later time or PTO the missing time.
I'm not saying I agree with it or am thrilled about that situation but MQ is not the only company and, in fact, I would think right in line with everyone else.
Definitely worth it!
go for it
I think DRC - they'd be worth a try. nm
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Keep trying. It is worth it. nm
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Not worth it
The 12-hour window was nice and the account I was on was great. The people were nice but the payscale was just too low. Like many others have stated nice doesn't pay the bills.
The whole training in Trinidad and other countries really irked me too. The way it was presented and handled just stunk.
You are worth more than that
I have about half your experience and make more than that. You deserve better. But, I do agree with you since I make less than I did 5 years ago that the industry is drowning.
worth a try
All of the companies that I have left told me before doing so that I was welcome back at any time. You never know if that rings true or not until you ask for your job back.
I asked for my job back at 3 places....
The first one accepted me back no problems but had to jump through all of the hoops again.  I decided after receiving ALL OF THE paperwork late that that is basically the reason I left in the first place (lack of any kind of decent communication) - also noticing that the send back by date on my paperwork was due 3 days before the overnight package even got to me (if that tells you anything). Plus I wasn't able to get an old account back (that I knew had the work) so I would be going back into a situation where I might or might not have work again. From the looks of it would be running out frequently.
So, I decided to stick with the place I was with - hoping the workflow got better and that I would actually start making a paycheck again - It didn't.
I asked for my job back with the other place - they got back to my inquiry within minutes telling me I could come back! Boy was I thrilled. I left to test the waters with VR because I thought it would be easier for me -- boy was I wrong and stupid. I've been back there for a month now and couldn't be happier!!!!!! I've been through H*LL the past few months with companies and it makes you appreciate what you did have.
The third one, well, I didn't burn any bridges (minus leaving the in the first place which I think made her angry) - it was one place that I was sure would accept me back - or at least send me an I'm sorry we dont have any positions at this time. that is the kind of work relationship I thought we had -- because I bent over backwards for them as an IC basically 7 days a week. I do know the e-mail was sent and received (basically as soon as it was sent) and I never received a response back. Then again, thinking back on it, when I said that I was leaving (twice) first time never got a response, second time I got the coldest response out of any company that I have ever been with and I was with this one for almost 2 years making 7 cpl IC. So, I guess I saw the true colors then and regret now even asking for a position back with them.  I can't believe I was willing to take a 2 cent pay loss to go back.
SOOO-- moral of my story is -- follow your heart on this one. You left, match up the reasons why you left to is it WORTH going back. If it is worth it, don't waste your tiem in asking for your position back!!
Good Luck to you!!!
Not worth it
TTS - This lady is actually contracting MTs to work for the company she works for. Very poor communication, much chaos. Pay not dependable and on time, although I did get all money owed but was such a hassle, not worth it!
No, not worth it
Editing by the line can be profitable, but not with this company. Reason being just about all the work is typed offshore and needs to be listened to, even though some are just said to be read throughs. There is also a constant lack of work. The changes are what drove me out the door. Person after person just GONE. I had an account manager who had been there more than 10 years and just all of a sudden her job was gone. The HR lady is GONE, the other HR person is now helping manage accounts. No new accounts in ages. No information is the worst thing, people leaving, pay dropping, and no explanation why. They used to be an awesome company, but not now.
Why is it that men know what they are worth...
...and most women have that 'awesome' attitude in your opinion that we do not count, do not matter, and should be happy just to have a jobs, no matter how we are treated, how low we have to go, how much heavier the work load gets year after year...
sorry, but that attitude is not going to get your anywhere but the unemployment line in the long run...good luck with that.
When your companies start weeding you out, because they WILL eventually, get back to us on how great they are and how happy you are about it.
Seems like you not only agree with that, but you like it.
We always think we are worth more, don't we? (sm)
LOL - seriously though, this profession is not what it was 10 or so years ago. I am very happy at TT. They are very easy to work with, I love their platform, and I especially like the tech support which was practically nonexistent where I was before. I plan on retiring from this company.
Job not worth it
I know how you feel. Now they are going to be cutting our holiday incentive in half too. We only get 2 holidays now as it is.
Not worth it at all
I have done seminars, meetings and all of the above. With everyone talking very hard to do. In 60 minutes of taping, I easly got over $100 for line counts so $50 is WAY UNDERPAYMENT. Again it is not easy to do. I did a three day seminar once and make close to $1000 but it was an orthopedic one and with all the questions, etc. very hard to understand and lots of blanks. No way you can get 98% accuracy and if you have to look over all the presentation material to see what they are talking about, you are wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy down there for pay. My two cents worth.
Definitely not worth it.
I made $52,000 one year. No social life, bad health, bad attitude, and that aged me about 10 years in one year. I worked in a transcription office all day, went home, ate dinner, and worked until I could no longer see, finally crashing on the bed (if I made if that far) around 2 a.m. Why did I do it? Looking back 10 years later, I have no freaking idea. It definitely wasn't worth it and I would never, ever do it again. I've learned to live with less, changed my spending habits, and now, as an IC, I take off when I feel like it. My life is way more important than my annual income.
please say it was worth it lol
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What I am saying is, and take it for what it is worth....
Leads usually have quotas too. Work is directed to other transcriptionists and even though they say it is first in first out, that is usually not true! If you have a way to see who is working, what jobs they are getting you will see this is true. What she said was she took a stand for no work, realizes that the consequences were and went with it. Do you know how much time and lines you lose checking back and back for work? They could have let her go as most companies probably would or maybe a higher up would do something about the unfairness, though I doubt it. It is not going to change until we make it change, I certainly don't have an answer but when you cannot see what is in the dictation pool and leads and managers know this, anything can be done to you and is. Leads have quotas too and they also know where the dictation is. Probably how the girl got dictation, she knew probaby the person would be asked why she was quitting. No Transcriptionist that is solely working on line count is stealing dictation from you, you know that. She just got lucky. You should be mad that her company would give her jobs that should have gone to everybody working, where were they that they could be produced. You said it was showing no work for you. I am on your side too because it happens to me too.
MT worth
I see a lot of people say pay me what I am worth, so I would like to know - what do we think MT is worth and how did you come to that figure? What do you do to make yourself worth that? Do you proofread? Do you follow the BOS or whatever the client preference is? Do you know proper grammar, punctuation, etc? I am really curious as to what the consensus is on what an MT is worth and why? I am starting my own business, lining up several accounts, and looking to work with only the best. What things do you look for from a company? What is most important to you? What would make you want to work with someone or not work with them?
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