You can truly do better, try Axolotl or TransTech

• I am thinking of taking a job with Amphion, any current SM - looking
  • You can truly do better, try Axolotl or TransTech - sm
    • tell me more... - I'm intrigued
      • Axolotl uses Lotus Notes, but you - A-team
    • Been there, done that with Amphion - Axolotl MT
  • reducing cpl rate - CW
    • cpl pay - LS
    • RE: reducing cpl rate. - TTworkerbee
      • clarification - CW
        • Yikes.. That is only inline with companies like Focus and such. "Real" companies pay their MTs - MTing
        • Oh - I see. Well, that sucks!! nm - TTworkerbee
      • From the current editing rate not typing rate - NM
  • many recent negative posts on Company Board - NM
  • Not enough work - CW
  • AMPHION ROCKS STILL ... - LS
    • Ditto - what LS says...sm
    • Sorry! - LS

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Any comments on these 2 companies would be appreciated... pros and cons of each. I known everyone has their own opinions,  and I would like to hear yours.

I am looking for a little info.  I'm considering applying to the above companies.  I have 2 questions, and I am hoping you guys can help me. 

I need to provide health insurance for my entire family, which with some companies can be very costly.  Does anyone know approximately the cost of a family plan?  I could, of course, ask this question to a recruiter, but my experience in the past has been it is hard to get someone to answer questions until you have tested.  I don't want to waste a whole Sunday afternoon to be told family health insurance will cost me $900 a month.

Question #2 regards quality standards at these 2 companies.  Specifically, I am wanting to know if anyone who has worked under the stringent quality standards of Amphion (they aren't happy unless you are absolutely perfect, and I'm not Jesus) has also worked at either of these companies and can give me a comparison of their experience. 

My experience the past 15 months at Amphion has been very stressful, and I want to make sure I don't jump from the fire to the frying pan. 

Thanks for your help!

Anyone ever hear of this company?  I am considering and any information appreciated

Thanks

Any Axolotl employees out there??  Are you happy? 

I am considering accepting an offer from them.  It seems they have a lot to offer.   I am currently with Medware and very, very unhappy with them lately. 

Any advice appreciated.

The company is fully aware of what it means.  If you go to the website, you will see. 

When I hired on, they actually sent me a salamander on a keyring!!  Their name is different because they, as a company, are different than any other!! 

I have transcribed now for 14 years and trust me, I have never had a better employer. 

Their benefits are awesome, their pay is more than competitive and I cannot think of one thing negative about them. 

MT25, I've also heard good things about this company.  Could you tell me what Lotus Notes are?  I am thinking about applying with them.  How would you rate the majority of accounts?  Hard to make lines with difficult dictators?  Do you transcribe for several docs or just a select few?  Thanks!

Axolotl expects quality and reliable MTs.  Due to the fact, they do not overstaff, it is IMPERATIVE, everyone be there for their scheduled shifts.  They provide OUTSTANDING and affordable benefits, as well as more than competitive pay. 

If you meet the above standards as an MT, then you should apply.  If you don't meet these standards, then you need to find a company who doesn't expect you to produce quality documents and to show up for your shift. 

I have been an MT for 13 years.  Axolotl is better than any company I have ever researched or any employer I have worked for.

If you are looking for former employees who did not meet the above standards, I am sure you can find them.

Does anyone know if Axolotl is hiring?  Everything I'm hearing about them sound really good.  My only concern is that someone posted they only have about 75 employees (kinda small), and if they hire more MTs, the workflow may be low...hmmm.

I wanted to thank you for all the information.  I am seriously considering applying.  So far, this one appeals the most to me.  I am still trying to decide if I want to make the move; this is something I take very seriously.  It has just been so difficult to make the money at MQ with all the changes; it almost seems intentional on their part to make it more difficult for the MTs so that they don't have to pay out these quarterly bonuses.  I could see having 3 or 4 accounts....that would be ideal, but 13 unfamiliar accounts with specifics to learn for each.....this, I find to be outrageous!!!  With all of this going on, they are driving their MTs (even the veteran MTs) right out the door!  BIG MISTAKE.

Did you send your resume in and they called you...is that what your saying??

I have never worked for Transcend but I have worked for Axolotl now for 2 years.  They are a great company with a good line rate, great benefits and a very user-friendly platform.  In my opinion, you cannot go wrong working for Axolotl!!!

It's just what I'm looking for.  Heard a lot of great things about it.  Nice people, etc. Lots of positives!!!!  Sounds like a place to call home.

Health, dental and vision.

As far as your work schedule and hours, you are expected to work the schedule and hours you agree to work when you are hired.  If something comes up, they are really good about working with you.  I work a 35-hour week.  I don't know if that has changed or not as I have been there 2+ years.  The line minimum is the same and is 1200 per day for 35 or 40 hours.

I feel we have the best QA/editing team!!  You are never degraded or talked nasty to and there is always someone available 24/7. 

When you first start, 100% of your work will be going to QA.  Then, there is a 3% review of your work monthly.  The system automatically/randomly pulls the reports. 

Axolotl is known for their quality.  If a percentage of the MTs work is not checked, then there is no way of knowing what kind of document the MTs are producing. 

I know several knew people that have been hired, a few I have referred myself.  They love it at Axolotl and cannot believe how great of a company Axolotl really is. 

No, you cannot use Instant Text with their platform.  They said it messes things up when it uploads to the client??

Shorthand is supplied.

Axolotl has a great platform, lots of work and also a great QA department.  You definitely will receive feedback as quality is the #1 priority.  They have great benefits at very affordable prices.