Webmedx--laptop? traveling
Posted By: MT on 2009-09-16
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Anybody here use a laptop with Webmedx and travel? I'd love to be able to get away from home but not take time off work. I guess I could haul the PC around, but that wouldn't be as easy as a laptop.
thanks!
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With school soon out, we plan on doing traveling, but my currently job's platform/foot pedal is not compatible with my computer as it uses either a 15-pin or a USB and my current job requires a 9-pin foot pedal thus I can only use it at home and wouldnt be able to work while we travel. Does any know of any companies with a platform and/or foot pedal setup that allows for this. Thanks in advance
traveling MT
Anyone know of a company that hires MTs to travel around the country to transcribe? Thought I heard of one a year or so ago....just sounds interesting and something I might like to try.
traveling
I would be interested in hearing how you did that since that's something my hubby has wanted to do for years (and I said it couldn't be done).
traveling as an MT
Interested in information regarding taking your job on the road with you. Anyone with experience in this? Hubby wants to retire next year, buy an RV, and hit the open road. Can this be done? I work for one of the nationals, and I'd like to get my ducks in a row before I start packing my bags!
Traveling MT
Yes it can be done. You can either use a wireless "stick" that can be installed for use with your laptop or regular computer or you can use a cellphone with wireless internet service. I used wireless internet, via cellphone, while visiting Europe (yep, working as an MT) - expensive and certainly not DSL/cable, but it worked. Enjoy yourself! 
traveling mt's
Please fill me in on any info you get regarding traveling mt's since I am also interested and my kids are grown. I have 15 years experience doing med. trans.
Are there any other travel companies out there??? DJ
Traveling MT? Anybody know anything about this. NM
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Traveling through.....
You hit the nail on the head. I am amazed at what MTs are putting up with these days. Just wanted to get some opinions. The company doesn't start with a D and is not in PA. Thanks everyone for your input.
WE CAN ALWAYS DO A BIT OF TRAVELING ..SM
to earn some money, WHERE?? Why, it's off to VEGAS, BABY !!
I use a laptop
I will doing my first working trip next week, 2000 miles to California. Will let you knoow how it all works out.
Laptop
Can I ask what type of laptop you bought?? Also, do you have a raised keyboard?
Thinking of getting laptop.
Thanks!
Laptop
I was recently hired by Medquist and haven't received my software yet. I'm considering purchasing a laptop computer so I can work when I'm not at home. Does anyone use a laptop or know if it's even possible to do so with their software? Any info would be appreciated. Thanks so much.
Laptop
Thank you. I just got a new one for Christmas too. I would have to use an external keyboard, absolutely cannot type on a regular one never mind a laptop keyboard!
laptop
I have worked on Bayscribe with a laptop before. It was a Dell laptop with Windows XP. It worked fine. I connected to internet with an ethernet cord in a hotel - I didn't try it with a wireless card.
Laptop
I replied earlier to the question of WM Company Laptop possibility here, but do not know where it went so will try again. Yes, there is a person that I know of that uses a WM Laptop which makes it very convenient for travel and setup and teardown. She said it sure beats the heck out of trying to pack and lug the big ole box around!. I think your request might be looked upon in a more favorable light if you are a high producer?
If you would like to work if ever traveling, go for
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Traveling Transcriptionists?
Thought this sounded interesting to somebody. A place called KForce evidently has job openings for transcriptionists. Hope the link works:
http://www.kforce.com/Jobs/job.aspx?job=1696~HLC~925995T1~99&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed
You can use a laptop with any company - SM
if the operating system is compatible with their platform. I don't work for Medquist and never have, but most companies only work with XP and are not yet compatible with Vista, so you may want to keep that in mind.
Question about laptop
Do any of you work exclusively on a laptop?
working on a laptop
I work on a laptop exclusively abd I love it and I use an external keyboard and external mouse. Of course, I only do private accounts. Not digital. One is from doctors notes and tapes. The other one just tapes. Not digital. No internet needed.
There are also traveling claims examiners. (sm)
While I never experienced anything like Kforce, I did experience my share of changes working for several temp agencies that hired medical claims processors that travel. The pay was always on time, they paid for the hotel and the rental car, gave us a weekly "per diem" allowance each week for meals, gas, etc. BUT, some of the people they hired on these assignments would send chills down your spine. You had people using the rental cars to transport drugs, using gas money to buy crack, fighting in the hotels, setting the apartments on fire accidentally, arguing with roommates over who would do the dishes, sexually harassing coworkers on the same assignments, the list is endless. Not only that, but after awhile, as a traveler, you get tired of living out of a suitcase and rushing to catch flights and running through airports like O.J. Simpson in a Hertz rental car commercial. For all of those reasons, I decided to come in off the road and work at home. Also, there was one agency that didn't pay for the hotel or the rental car. The manager told us that sometimes we'd have to "whip out that credit card!" and pay for everything, and they would reimburse us. I didn't do it, and they ended up paying for my hotel and car, but I worked with some coworkers that were owed $10,000 in hotel and car expenses, and were still waiting to be reimbursed because the manager said he had he had the receipts in his suitcase. Some travelers had maxed out their credit cards paying for hotel and car expenses. So, bottom line is, travelers go through a lot, and it's not as glamourous as it sounds (not by a long shot).
Internet access while traveling
Just to add to the information regarding wireless Internet capabilities at several different hotels, it might benefit you to also check out places such as Panera Bread stores. They are located throughout the country and many of their stores also offer WI-FI free of charge. Also, you may want to consider going online and checking out WI-FI Hotspots. Amazing what kinds of places have wireless these days! (If you're an RV'er, you've really got it made!) Good luck!
Traveling MT.. Sage St. Staffing
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Traveling medical transcriptionist
What companies hire for traveling medical transciptionist? I am interested in a position like this. If any information, please advise.
right, the laptop the doctors use for pointing
and clicking in their data. Hospitals were the first to switch over to this technique.
Doctors even take their laptops along when visting patients in their beds and pointing and clicking in their findings.
K-force. They hire traveling MTs. www.kforce.com I think. nm
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Does anyone remember the post about traveling transcription
I see where the position was filled, but I cannot find the original posting for it, and I would be interested in at least sending a resume for future travel assignments. Does anyone happen to remember it or who it was for??
Mine does. Just loaded it on my laptop this week.
nm.
My kids' doctor's office also use laptop sm
They also use the laptops at my kids' doctor's office. It is basically a program where they check/uncheck items on a list. I have had the PE printed out for school sports physicals and it is pretty short (even for my son who has had a broken femur - no mention of that in the note). I also recently lost an account with no warning to EMR. The docs will be doing their own notes now and I am left to try to find another job so I can pay my bills and maybe buy a few Christmas presents. Most of the MTSO's I have sent my resume to do not even bother to send an e-mail. I know I will eventually have to look into another line of work but can't bring myself to do it until my kids are out of school. Sad situation all around.
Anyone currently working on a laptop with Bayscribe platform
Anyone working on the Bayscribe platform (MDI-MD).
What operating system? Vista or XP.
What kind of laptop? I have a USB footpedal, dialup currently, but thinking about the wireless connection or air card for my laptop, and want to get a laptop that will work smoothly with this platform.
Looking for a used or refurbished one. Any ideas on where to get a used one?
thanks.
I use my laptop with Vista on it. It works fine
for the account I do and the platform I'm on (DQS)
laptop point and click errors
Think I'll go to law school and get rich on the point and click errors in medical reports. My doctor just joined those ranks and when I went in for check, he wanted me to get on an antibiotic, and I agreed. He pointed and clicked to his laptop, sent it to the pharmacist electronically and when I picked up my prescription it was for a seizure medication and not an antibiotic. They both start with a k. I thought the pharmacist made a mistake, but no turned out it was the doctor and his point and click was wrong. He was really upset when I took it back to his office for correction. More and more of this will be happening. Check your meds before taking.
You can plug in a USB keyboard into a laptop or use a docking station.
NM
not gott.... GOTTA (I hate my laptop keyboard..fingers are too fat)
What is Webmedx FL? Webmedx itself is located in Pittsburgh & Atlanta. nm
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Webmedx ad apply at Webmedx or Transhealth ? (sm)
Apply to one address if you need equipment, another if you want to use your own? Does this mean they are still acting as 2 separate companies? Can anyone explain this?
Webmedx?? Why do you say Webmedx is foreign??
Nm.
Webmedx
Been with them 10 months. They are great. Fair. Great platform. Great pay. But, I have been doing this for 25 years, no idea how it is for newbies that need hand-holding. Though the trainers seem competent and willing, the little contact I had with them.
I like WebmedX very much.
Most important, pay is on time, direct deposit, and always correct. QA folks are very helpful without being condescending. They and the managers really do want you to do well and do whatever they can to help you achieve that. I am on a heavy ESL account and yet I find it quite easy to do as there are so many avenues of help with access to numerous samples and the ability to view transcribed records.
My experience has been quite good with this company. I can only speak for Webmedx as I have not worked for Medware.
WebMedX
Apparently, you don't really want opinions if you don't want to hear from "Bashers."
However, I have nothing bad to say - I have been there 8 mos. - come on board. They have great insurance. They provide you with a text Expander with your computer, and they pay on time everytime. My supervisor is probably the best I have ever had - I've been in this business for over 20 years.
WebMedX
Having worked for both and currently WebMedX, they're the best choice. They are a lot nicer and easier to deal with, their pay is better, their benefits are better, their scheduling is better. I honestly have had no complaints with them. Once Spheris went through their whole restructuring plan for pay and line counts, they went right down the tubes as far as caring about their employees instead of the almighty $$ for themselves, in my opinion (sort of like MQ is doing right now).
www.webmedx.com
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WEBMEDX
Does anyone work for webmedx? Do you ever run out of work? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you.
WEBMEDX
Check out Webmedx - they have very affordable health insurance coverage. 
WEBMEDX!
Webmedx sends out Christmas gifts, as well as gifts during MT Week. This compan rocks!
WEBMEDX - NO
Run from Webmedx
WEBMEDX
Can anyone give me some insight on this company? Do they provide steady work, do you make your lines and hours either PT or FT, benefits and are MTs appreciated? Thanks!!!
WEBMEDX
I have been with Webmedx for several years now (acute care MT) and they are a wonderful company to work for! I have a great account, a flexible schedule, and feel very appreciated by the management staff. We just received our Christmas gifts. I also received gifts during MT Week. The platform they use is very easy to learn. I hope you give them a try!
What about Webmedx?
Webmedx hires PT MTs and rates run between 7 and 9 CPL, depending on the difficulty of the account. We are all running OT right now and more accounts are coming on next week. They provide computer too.
webmedx
I will check them out! Thank you!
Definitely WEBMEDX!
They are an AWESOME company to work for!
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