ER transcriptionist

I have been an oncology Transcriptionist for over 6 years and getting a little bored with it, so was contemplating doing ER.  Can any of you ER pros tell me what you like about it or don't like about it.  Is it difficult to learn the lingo and get the lines you need to produce?  Any info is appreciated.

Thanks for your input.

• ER transcriptionist - Daphne
  • ER - ER MT
    • Reply - Daphne
      • Transcribe oncology now...sm - Dewglo
      • Funny thing is - ER MT
        • Love typing ER reports (sm) - MTinNYC

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She wants to study at home, but I went to college for it like 15 years ago.  I don't know anything about computer courses or whatever.  I don't just want to "google" it.  Any suggestions would be appreciated.  Thanks. 

Jodi 

Hi all, I am wanting to get some advice here.  I work at home for a 270 bed acute care hospital and have a minimum of 5000 lines per two week pay period requirement to maintain insurance.  I also work as an IC for a psychiatrist doing progress notes on tapes that they aren't in any real hurry about (usually pick up tapes twice a week) and then work part-time for a national company.  I just was called to do transcription for a neurological group that has three physicians.  They have basically told me to set my price as they are unhappy with the person doing it right now and are looking for someone else.  When do you know you have reached your limit or do you just try it for a while?  Also, I have a friend who is wanting to do some work on the side, but I am not sure how to go about doing this (paying, taxes, etc).  Any help here would be appreciated.  What do others in this situation do?  Thanks

Tami

You know you are a Transcriptionist when...you tell your four year old daughter to get ready to go to bed and she looks up at your from her favorite toy (an old keyboard) and says "Let me finish my report first.  "

I work from home as an independent MT and presently, I am working for three doctors.  Anyone else out there working for a few doctors.  I am beginning to think it is impossible for one person to do this, as I am working 7 days a week, long hours.  Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!! 

years, and at this point in my life, maybe 5 or 6 years from retirement (if I can afford it), and it is too late for me to start something new.  We ARE stuck in this field, at least I feel like I am.  If I were younger, I would definitely consider other options.

Im trying to begin my career in MT.  I've ordered a at home study course and im waiting for it to arrive but in the mean time i heard that general transcription is the route to go until you become efficient enough to begin in MT.  Does anyone know of how I need to get started in this and what I need to do to begin?

Thanks

Jodie

Honestly, which is better?  As far as job market, earnings, and essential functions of the job? 

So, are you a Transcriptionist or a "correctionist" (per Wikipedia--http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medical_transcription)? 

I am a transcriptionist.  I am not an Editor (a title which should be used only for publications) and most definitely not a correctionist (ugh/shudder).  For those who absolutely love VR/ASR, I'm sorry, but I really don't consider you to be transcriptionists.  You are basically QA'ing the computer, i.e., a correctionist or a janitor. 

Flame away!!!

disabled Transcriptionist who wants to transcribe.  Any type of foot pedal that can be used or adapted for use as have no use of legs.

I hate to tell you but not all "REAL" Transcriptionist pass these test as you "PROMISE".  There are people who do not test well but are still qualified to get the job done.  I am one of those people.  I don't test well, but I am a great transcriptionist.  I have a great job working at home that I love and am doing a wonderful job for them.  They understand that there are people out there who know what to do but have struggles with testing.

I would really love to learn how to stenotype when doing medical transcription.  Can anyone recommend a good on-line course or website to get me started?  Also, if there are any of you here that are medical stenographers, would you mind telling me what kind of productivity I can expect once I learn the keyboard?

I took ShortHand in highschool, but I won't say how long ago that was.  LOL

Thank you!

and CMT is certified.  The RMT is available to new MTs without the 2 years experience required to sit for the CMT.  Both are money makers for AAMT and don't do much, if anything, in the real world of MT.  Sure, there are a few companies that offer a fraction of a cent more per line for the CMT designation, but most MTSOs, as well as the majority of healthcare facilities (from large hospitals to smaller clinics and offices) have never even heard of the AAMT.

Now, before anyone slams me for knocking the AAMT, I am not.  I am involved in a research project for a large project and have investigated the ups and downs and ins and outs of MT companies, schools, job prospects and much more.  The AAMT just doesn't carry the weight they might like people to believe.

And remember . . . The "American" in AAMT is gone.  That says a lot.

Any reputable MTSO would know when they've taken an account too large as long they have transcription experience (I mean actually typing, not managerial experience).  It is a shame that the Transcriptionist must take the "hit", in other words, get a bad name due to staff shortages.  An MTSO offers great things, but then can't deliver until they hire the right typist, hence so many adds on these sites for typists!  Bravo for taking matters into your own hands (no pun intended) on grabbing that account!  If you are accurate, professional and can truly get the job done, then go for it!  You would have to imagine that the MTSO stole the account from someone else to gain it unless it is a new practice!  Hence, this is what they call "the pot calling the kettle black".  It happens all of the time on a management level, and almost always the transcriptionist suffers!  Often, the MTSO comes on-site and tries to hire the transcriptionists already transcribing the account (I wonder why?????).  Doesn't take rocket science to figure that one out!  Isn't that then "stealing employees"!  It is all just a big circle, so ride it out!  It is so much fun... !!!!!!   

Oh well, lost in translation I guess.