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Vista and MT work - any input on this yet?

Posted By: KMT on 2007-01-31
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I would love to hear what MTs are saying about Vista and MT work. Is it making anything better for us?

KMT

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Vista and MT work - any input on this yet? - KMT
- I highly doub that MTs (IC or employee status) have begun using Vista; even more unlikely (sm) - giddy pc guru

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I cannot use Vista to work, so that is definitely out. What
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Does Escription work with Vista?

Is there anyone out there doing VR on the Escription/EditScript software and using it with the new Vista operating system? I am just curious if they work well together.

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Platform that does not work with Vista
Last I heard, Medquist (DocQScribe) did not work with Vista.

I work for MedQuist and use Vista. nm
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Hi! Going to purchase a new computer - can anyone tell me if VISTA is compatible with DocQscribe? TIA :D

The latest version of ES does work with Vista.
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Does Express Scribe work with Vista?
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Shorthand 10 and Instant Text V both work on Vista sm
Don't know what you consider "not too much money," but this is a piece of your arsenal you don't want to skimp on. You should get the absolute best you can afford -- if you put the time and energy into making the software work for you, it will for itself in no time.

Word 97 thru 2007 all work fine on Vista.
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FYI Blew motherboard. Need new puter. Was told not to get Vista as not compatible with work program
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my input
There are many companies out there, and the majority of them are good companies. Most jobs are work at home, too. There are pros and cons to every single MT company. What works for one MT won't work for another. Research the Company board. Use the MTstars search function. Read the Job Seeker board to see who's hiring. If you apply and get a nibble back, ask questions specifically. However, I don't think we're all going to list every MT company we've all worked for.

Here are some hints. Don't pay for proprietary hardware or software from the company, buy it on eBay, don't work for free, don't work for less than what you think you are worth. Even when I started out as a total newbie grad from a terrible school, I still made $.065 per line.

The average MT can do 150 lines per hour, so 1,000 lines would be roughly 6.5 hours of work. I expect to put out about 1,200 lines today by noon, and I'm certainly not as fast or experienced as most on this board. There are people out there consistently doing 250-300 lines per hour, so 1,000 lines per day is certainly feasible.

Thanks for that input.
I thought there might be something wrong with me. Maybe I'm too critical because I keep finding something "wrong" with all these kids. They're just kids. Yeah, little demon spawn is my favorite term for them. These little beasts have no respect for other people, their possessions, or adults. It certainly makes me appreciate my own kids so much more. I don't tell them enough that they're good kids.

Thanks! I will look into both of these. Appreciate your input! nm
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Thank all of you for your input!
I appreciate the info on both Cymed and Transolutions. Sounds as if Transolutions is the better of the two. If this does not work out, I think I will try doing IC work - just need more info on it. Guess I would have to check into insurance. Have Cobra now and it is sending me to the poor house. Thank you.

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The person I dealt with was Jennifer, but I never met her, just back and forth over the phone and naturally she was very positive.

Thanks for the input. NM
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Thanks for the input - sm
We aren't in Western Washington, other side of the mountains and she is even further east from me, about an hour from here.

They will get help. It may just take a little while longer before they can find someone qualified for it.

Thanks for the input everyone (nm)
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TY everyone for your input..

I think I will get busy on approaching some of the chiro's in the area then. Small town here..not many facilities to choose from for just rad and someone else suggested trying chiro. Any other suggestions would still be greatly appreciated as well as any websites or individuals willing to share some sample reports. Feel free to email me with samples/more suggestions.

Thanks again!

Thank you both for the input.

thanks for your input!
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Thanks for the input.
My primary account, though it keeps me busy and has for over 10 years, there is no extra work. What I do and what another girl does on weekends is all. I did take on another account at one time but it was either too much or not enought. Too much for me to handle accurately and do domesticated stuff and dropped back to handle both but not enought money. I think I will just have to buckle down and stress to family (kids are old enought to help out) that they will have to pitch in or do without! Thanks again. You do help me feel a lot better!

Thank you. I will try that. I appreciate your input here nm

thank you for your input
The local is sort of what I am leaning towards..

Any input? Looking in to them.
I appreciate it! Thanks!

Thanks for your input.....
I guess I will just take today as a day to do some "testing." Thank you so much for sharing. I feel so alone and worried about my future as an MT.

Thanks again, I appreciate your input...
more than you know! Yes, I am definitely a female, I'm sure my sensitivity shows here!! LOL

Would I be going against anything if I sent a letter of apology to those docs for what happened? It isn't like I would be going against noncompete as I would not be trying to get their business, just to apologize and set my mind at ease and get closure.

Thank you all so much for the input....
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I appreciate the input. try and have a better night! :)

Thanks for the input! nm
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Thanks for the input!

Thanks for all your input. sm
But Home Depot does use subcontractors. I asked if they speak English and was told NO. So, I'm looking at local carpet stores. Found a lot of horror stories on the net. Guess it depends on which Home Depot you use and which subcontractor you are lucky or unlucky enough to end up with on your project.

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Leaving the office and going home to work sounds like something I should seriously consider. I moved from Oregon to Texas recently and was shocked to find the wages so low. I went from $15.00 an hour to $9 an hour and nothing around here pays anymore. Believe me my goals are higher than $9 an hour. Thanks again and I'll be hanging around!

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The part time job I work at is small and very personable, so with this newer job I have, at a bigger company, I wasn't quite sure. It sounds like I should not send her an email. I just really hate to leave all of these blanks, but you should really hear this guy - he has a very thick accent, he is mumbling like crazy, and coughing in my ear. I feel like the whole report is one big block of swiss cheese.

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I will...And thanks for all your input...
Next round of competition is August 12.

Thanks for all the input! sm
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Thanks, appreciate your input. nm

thanks for all your input ....
Luckily, I have no kids or family obstacles - my time is my own. The distance from my present job and the new job is negligible; it's actually less than 5 mins closer the new job! Both are 15 mins away.
I realize I'll have LOTS of ESLs ... yikes .. but I do have them now, anyway. Hey - maybe I can whip these new docs into shape by dictating the RIGHT way - slow and courteously? lol .. yeah right.

Yes, I can definitely check out the job before I leave my present job. I have 2 days off during the week, and they need someone to start ASAP. So that can work out.

I will definitely keep everyone posted if I get the job. I love the feedback guys - thanks !

Thanks for the input...
...I think I will try a glare screen...that seems to make sense!

Thanks for your input!
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Thanks for your input - I really appreciate it! KM (nm)
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thanks for the input everyone..
I am a little worried about underlying causes, and am going to have it checked out.

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Sorry I didn't see your message before! That is really good input. I'm not trying to write a book as a course per se, I'm really trying to help folks most likely as an IC (that's what I am, and you can still pick up some accounts -- though it's getting harder!) Also the home/work balance, that sort of thing. I'd like to help people start successful businesses but you may be right -- that that would work best if they go into medical billing. Thanks.

Thank you all for your input. :) (nm)
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