the MTSO I have been dedicated to for several years has just announced NO CHOICE on VR
Posted By: ME2 on 2009-09-18
In Reply to: How many companies/MTs still doing straight typing??? (reply anon of course) nm - Curious
So regretful that we have just been informed me of management's announcement yesterday that my accounts were going escription and absolutely no voice about cutting line rate in half . . . there is no way that an MT can edit for half the pay -- especially those of us MT's who have highly depended on their abbrevations/shortcuts/expanders. They are not allowed in VR, nor is retyping the report !
Oh, boy . . . please let me know when you find a company who hires MT's without doing VR nor jobs going overseas. I will be begging for a hire date with that company !
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Have been MTSO and/or IC for 15 years....sm
Hopefully will retire in 3-4 years. I say retire but have no benefits. I pay private health insurance for my husband and myself. Would NEVER be without medical insurance. Would sell my home and cut my living expenses before giving up health insurance. Worried about future, but too old to start over. Will have house paid off and can reverse mortgage or sell if necessary. Would only go back to employee if absolutely desperate and going to lose everything!! Probably too old for anyone to hire me anyway! Most important advice I would give to anyone is to plan for your old age. We didn't and will probably suffer for it. In my defense, this was not something that was discussed as much when I was young and with divorce, kids, switching jobs, new marriage, that just got lost in all the other problems. I am happy as an IC, just soooooo burned out and don't want to work period!
not MTSO just an IC and have been doing this for 12 years.
I work for a local hospital as an independent contractor. The line rate is above average, but I also type quicker than most I have found. I use a ton of normals and expanders. At this point I have been typing 500 lines an hour for the past five or so years.
I havenot been an MTSO for years
I do work for a large national, have a good work ethic, and do not expect gifts. A paycheck twice a month is my gift, and I am very grateful to have it. People, grow up. The other poster was right, you act like children expecting Santa Claus to come down the chimney. No wonder so many people refuse to think of MTs as professionals.
That's strange because I had a dedicated account
or acute care. I was doing clinic VR/some transcription. Very strange that the work ran out. There was no rule like that when I worked there, and it has been within the past six months. Things must have changed.
Dedicated MTs is what is required in this business.
I have watched over the last 20 or so years women devote 12 to 15 hours a day, 7 days a week to their MTSO. We all have. Not having that devotion can break a business in this field because of TAT.
I did not know Carol but I was there when she left her group of MTs to Medquist. It would not have been so devastating had she not built the company on their backs, had she said good-bye to them with a wonderful gesture of kindness, yes MONEY - because that is what you do when you have become successful enough to sell your business for millions of dollars after starting out at the ground floor - you remember the people who were with you on the ground floor and stayed through the good and bad.
Rather, she took the money and ran off without a word - and that in itself says she knew that she not only sold the company behind their backs but also that she owed the success of her company to a few very specific and important people.
I found the morale at an all time low - and personally, I thought I saw some broken hearts because those ladies absolutely loved their jobs.
She sold it to the Squid and that was the final insult - absolutely reprehensible.
What is the saying? Watch who you step on as you work your way up the ladder because you will be meeting them on your way back down.
I worked for a small local MTSO for 10+ years, through
3 owners, and I trained the last 2. The MTSO is a man. He is extremely disorganized, just wants the job done, not interested in providing samples, doctor's lists, etc. Frequently doesn't answer e-mails, not recognition for MT week. I lost 3 close family members within a short time, never got a card, a plant, or I'm sorry. When I worked there I did acute care and I didn't need samples, lists, because I had been there for so long I had the info or knew where to get it, but when this MTSO came on the scene things changed. He lost the account to MQ, who has since lost it to CyMed, and he got a bunch of clinic accounts. I left because I didn't want to do clinics, but I would occasionally do overflow for him. He was always calling me because I wasn't doing something right, but he never gave me samples or answered my questions, so I did the best I could under those circumstances. Pay is 7 cpl per gross line, which is 1 cpl more than I started out making 10+ years ago. Never hear from him unless there is a problem or he needs a favor. Checks are mailed and even though he is about 12 miles away it can take 3 to 4 days to get my check.
I currently work for a small national (about 50 MTs). Pay is better, MT week is recognized, my BD is recognized, Christmas is recognized. Not that I expect these things but it is nice to feel appreciated. I get an e-mail or phone call every few months thanking me for all my hard work and going above and beyond when they get in a bind, etc. Pretty much left alone to work otherwise, but provided with any information needed to do my job. I have direct deposit.
I briefly worked for YOG for a few months prior to their selling to MQ and it was the most disorganized company. I didn't know who did what, couldn't get samples, had to frequently call for work because even though I was cleared by QA and should have been getting pooled work I wasn't. Deducts if too many blanks. I still had them calling me to work extra 6 months after I left.
Worked PT for a while a few years ago. Very honest MTSO who has had her accts
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I would love to find another organization dedicated
to the American MT. I dropped AAMT really quick when I found what they were doing. In one of their news releases they more or less blamed American MTs for the need to go overseas to find members. They were begging for more members because of the loss of money to the organization.
Dedicated accts, few ESL, leave you alone to work.
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This one was not announced
This one they didn't announce, they just sent out emails to some people about a conference call. If you got the email, you got canned.
It hasn't been announced yet..
But some of the office people have "leaked" the info apparently.
New Webmedx CEO announced
Anyone know where the former CEO is going? It seems like this company has had a lot of shakeups. I hope they'll keep cleaning house at the top.
Wonder why mystery job winners are not announced
by MQ sup. Have not heard a word about the winners of these. This is another "Edix" stunt. They have not played these games with the MT's in the very recent past, but that was an ongoing game with them. A friend of mine won in June, and just got notification this week (about 4 months later) of 3 or 4 places she could spend the money using some card that she has to get off the internet-- lives in a small town -- those stores are not even in her town ! Big whoopee for Edix/Spheris !!!
I remember, it was announced in November
The theft was in October and released to the public in November. I didn't follow it so don't know how it all turned out, but here's the link for anyone interested.
Another nat'l (smaller sized) just announced they
are going to voice recognition very soon. Pay now 3-4 CPL. I quit MQ for this. I could cry.
University of Iowa Med Center announced layoffs yesterday
I think the news report said they were getting rid of 130 people now, a total of 200 this year. Fortunately (their word, not mine), they're not going to have to make any cuts in people who have patient contact but in administrative areas (that'd be us). Truthfully, I'm not sure if they even still have in-house transcriptionists, but you know that if they do, they'll be the first to get their marching papers.
when docs give mtso a check, then mtso pays you?
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Isn't she an MTSO owner - which MTSO ? Just curious. n/mnn
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First Choice does.
Get out while it is still your choice. It seems like
things have gotten worse since I left. Which is hard to believe!
Not all companies are like Heartland. Best of luck to you.
OSi is by far, your #1 choice.
I have been at OSi for 2 years now. Worked for Medquist for...um....let's see...about a month before I realized what I had gotten myself into. OSi isn't perfect, but they sure strive to be. Constant feedback, almost everyone has a positive attitude and loves their job. My Team Lead is pretty awesome. She makes my job so much easier. Let me know how I can help you make the right decision. I'd love to help you out in any way I can.
they said we would have a choice about
ASR beginning 10/01, told my boss I would not do ASR, guess what I am getting today................. ASR STAT reports!!!!!! Not a supervisor in the company working today that I can find
First Choice
Asked to test for this company. Is this a good company to work for, plenty of work, pay on time, etc.? Any info would be greatly appreciated! 
First Choice sm
I don' t work for First Choice, but I applied and passed the test. I was contacted by the recruiter to set up an interview. The very next day she told me all the accounts were caught up, and she couldn't hire me at this time. I thought that was a little odd.
Yes! First Choice, QT, and I believe JLG, also. nm
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First Choice
Thanks so much!
First Choice
Any info on First Health. I am training tomorrow, wondering about the program they use and their accounts? Also the staff.
First Choice
Could you please tell me more about First Choice? I have not heard of this company until now. TIA
First Choice
This is by far the best company to work for. Great platform, great pay, great owner and staff. I wouldn't work for any other company!!!
would be your choice obviously
personally, I don't rely too much on what these boards say, everybody has their own opinion - - I don't believe they have a high turnover, the MT list seems to be growing it you ask me, I still see the same names I always saw and communicate regularly with the MTs, not sure whree this person is getting their info - - but ultimately it's your choice. I've been around to all the major MTSOs and for the past 3 years, Diskriter has done what none of the others could, supplied me with daily work during MY scheduled hours or paid me downtime
Your choice. sm
It depends on your situation. If you are single with no other bennies I would say DR. If your are single and in need of benefits, tell the recruiter you want to be on a smart-source account, wherein you are actually an employee of the hospital with DR as a liason. I made an OK living but have affordable health insurance, dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability and life insurance. What I like best is our T-leader does not tolerate cherry picking. If you are married, I say be an IC, if not you are better off on a DR SMART-SOURCE account.
TRS is a bad choice
I worked at that place for several years, they go through more changes than anywhere I ever worked. You rarely get to stay on one account and they do not give you anything except for do more, do more. The only way to get anywhere with that company is to kiss butt and give until it hurts.
I have to say, if you go to TRS you will be feeling like you are in haties before long. Consider yourself warned they are NOT the employer of the year like their president and vice president would like to believe they are, they will cheat you out of your life if you let them.
Working at McDonald's selling hamburbers is a fantastic step up from TRS.
It's your choice -- use your own PC or theirs. nm
I believe it's your choice ... (sm)
I have always just preferred using the Word auto-correct as my expander, so that's what I use. There's not one built into the platform, and I think you can just use whatever Expander you want. Seems like I remember talk of some of the MTs building some stuff up in ShortCut, so I know that one is compatible.
I don't have a choice...sm
My husband is active duty Air Force, and they are making him change careers. We have a three-year-old daughter, so we have to work separate shifts. When he goes off to school for the new job, I will not have anybody to watch our daughter.
Trust me, I am terified of coming back home to work. I have a job that is a set paycheck, and I have been having problems with my wrists lately. I worry about not being able to make enough money.
First Choice
I was wondering the same thing because that was really fast. I sent resume but heard nothing.
At least TT gives you a choice to do
With Extext (regular MT) you can look up old reports on the patients which a lot of software does not give you that capability. That saves a lot of time.
If I had a choice right now, no I would not...sm
You have to understand, I only have 2 years exp. The most I can expect to get is 8 cpl, which I do get, but it is only maybe one day a week. I went from working everyday or almost everyday at 8cpl to one day at 8cpl. I am broke. I lost my account. I need money. Secondly I know nothing about neonatal dictation, have never done it. I would need some training in that area. I can't expect them to pay me top dollar for no exp in the specialty. If I had been doing neonatal a while, then no I would not accept 7cpl. Not saying I have the job cause I don't, but I wouldn't apply if I had exp in neonatal care for that amount of money. They aren't requiring neonatal exp so I applied. They are getting what they pay for. An MT unexperienced in that area. If they want to train for cheaper pay so be it. That will be one more area I know in MT. I'll do it, but if someone offered me a position in something I am experienced in then no I probably wouldn't. If they want exp MTs in neonatal care then they aren't gonna get them for 7cpl. Again, they are getting what they pay for.
Exactly! Everything is about choice...
I knew when I chose to become an MT that there was a large possibility that I would be working weekends. I chose to become an MT. And, yes, my child comes first as well, but that doesn't have anything to do with working weekends. And for your information, my holy day is Friday, so it makes no difference to me whether I work on Sunday; and worshiping God is something we should do every single day of the week, not just 1 day on the weekend.
That is entirely your choice...
But please be prepared for nothing but VR, a massive pay cut because you're doing VR and not straight transcription, a rigid schedule, AND the fact that by working for Transcend you are, in your own small but significant way, contributing to the selling out of the American MT.
Please, think again.
Then if you can sleep at night knowing all of the above, more power to you.
First Choice Medical
Has anyone heard good or bad about First Choice Medical?
First Choice gets my vote! nm
First Choice Medical. nm
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Smart choice. nm
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First Choice Medical .. anybody know?
I seen an ad in weeks past here. Are they a good company? Any employees out there? Thanks
check out First Choice-sm
I just left for personal reasons but they are a good company to work for.
First Choice Medical
Does anyone know anything about this company?
First Choice (Florida)
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Anyone else working for First Choice
Anyone else notice anything unusual this week? I can't nail it down, but something feels out of whack. I was just wondering if anyone else had an odd week as well. 
Amphion would be my choice
Oracle was nice several years ago but I've heard a lot of negativity about their software recently. Maybe do an archive check of this board for these companies. Lots of useful information on here.
Yes, QT, First Choice, JLG-some accounts. sm
There are probably many others out there too. I just can't think of them right now.
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