Which TASP companies allow remote users to transcribe online?
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no but these remote companies have a habit of pulling the
Tell you one thing and do another once youre under lock and key. I don't trust them anymore, so I'd rather stay right where I am.
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Re: Best Online Companies
Thank all of you for that great input. That is helpful. I'm not really sure about whether or not I want to quit my hospital job and I'm trying to weigh the pros and cons. There have been problems going on for a few years now. We do work at home, which is wonderful, but the emailing is terrible because of the way things are set up and we get all this junk email from the whole hospital that isn't related to us besides the department stuff, so your concentration is constantly being effected. We've complained about that a lot though and I think it may finally be resolved somewhat. I like my supervisors, but one of them has a really negative outlook on everything. We get daily updates and hers are just filled with negativity. This has been much worse in the past few years because of her personal problems. It effects all of us. I try to ignore it, but some days it's hard. They also cut our pay by decreasing our incentive, raising line counts and tightening up the QA. Mine has gone down 15K in the past few years. I could handle it though. I'm still making pretty good money. Some of the MTs were making a little too much and they keep up with the latest tech in software, so we can get more production. They are also constantly changing things. It never ends and nothing is ever in writing. One of the MTs made a "reminder list" for everyone, but finally gave up. It's pages and pages long. It's very stressful and can be reall confusing sometimes. The negative boss has a habit of changing things and then changing it again without telling anyone and then emailing us and YELLING!!!!!!!!!!, you know. The lastest thing that happened is what really upset me though. I was told at my evaluation by the medical director that I would get a bigger pay increase this year because I was involved in a project to develop new browser-based MT software for our department. However, later when I actually found out what my raise was I found it was smaller than the one I got last year. When I tried to email her about it at first she ignored me, but finally came with the response that HR decides what the percentages are and there is nothing she can do! This has really made me upset. I just feel crapped on even more. I think if I let this go, what will it be next? This all adds up to a lot stress. Before a few years ago it was a really nice place. MT work is stressful enough without all this added. Otherwise, there are a lot of positives and I hate to quit, but..... Maybe I should just stay put though, especially if what you said is true about it being a jungle in the online world. Maybe things could turnaround where I am in the future. Thanks for listening.
There are plenty of online companies set up this way also-nm
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To: MTME Re: Best online companies
I have thought about that. Right now I have cut my hours to 32/week through FLMA because my husband had a car accident and is in rehab, so that wouldn't be an option for me right now. Thanks.
Hey, my old cable remote had a remote! sm
We called it the flipper box.
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Looking for a TASP
I am looking into Sten-Tel as a TASP. I am starting my own service and want to be able to offer a fully digital solution to my clients. So far, everything from Sten-Tel sounds great, but I would like to hear from those who use them or any MTs that work for a company that uses their technology as well would be welcomed.
1. Is the system easy to learn and to teach to others, both MTs and dictators?
2. Can you get your line count right after a report and with the simple click of a mouse or is it a very detailed process.
3. Can you be a productive MT - 300+ lines per hour if you average that elsewhere?
4. Any faults you have found with Sten-Tel.
5. If you have used another TASP and Sten-Tel, which was your favorite.
6. Is it easy to add new dictators or new MTs.
7. Is it easy to assign the work to the correct MT.
8. Can you type a report yourself if needed right from the job list or do you have to assign it to yourself first?
TIA to those who reply. Any other info would be helpful too.
Are you sure you want to use a TASP?,,
with a tasp you keep paying and paying and paying; consider Bytescribe's DocShuttle system. You could have Dictator for your docs, then Admin and Client for yourself, plus an FTP site for less than $600. You could earn that back in your first month. Also I am surprised you have to cover the paper, but you can buy in bulk from OfficeMax or whatever and get that covered. It would be toner that would eat you alive. Plus how do you ascertain if they aren't using the printer freely for whatever they feel like? Seems to me they can cover the paper and ink for crying out loud. You may want to bid quarter cent cheaper to get out of that. Also if they sent you a standard contract it may have something in it about you needing to have insurance. That is something you can line out and sign off. Just tell them virtually no MTSO carries that insurance because there is virtually no liability for the MT's - the docs are responsible for the content of the report. Any liability for an MTSO comes mainly from employees and IC's wanting to sue you for some sort of -ism. Good luck!
TASP.. anyone use a TASP or have SM
comments or recommendations? TIA.
Those of you who use a TASP - which do you
but I hate the initial expense of it, I hate the hassle of having to maintain it and have a service contract, I hate worrying about thunderstorms and electrical outages and phone outages causing downtime, I hate having to bother with the whole thing.
I have considered a TASP but am hesitant for a few reasons:
1) My doctors seem to like the idea of dialing a local number, not an 800 number. I'm not sure that they would like having to dial an 800 number.
2) With my system, I can customize the greeting.
3) With my own system my doctors don't have to go through a bunch of prompts to dictate. I have one who dictates just short 1-minute notes all day long after he sees patients. He likes to dial in, punch in 11# and get right in. He would have a problem with having to go through a bunch of prompts every 15 minutes for every short note.
4) I don't like the voice greeting on the TASPs I have heard. I'd like a voice like the Dictaphone lady on the Dictaphone systems, something like that. Some of them sound like electronic voices or repeat the doctor's name back when they log in in an electronic voice, and I just don't like that. One has a voice with an Australian or some sort of accent. What one just has a normal pleasant voice and not something that sounds strange to the doctors calling in?
5) A couple of TASPs I know of also have transcription companies. I don't want my dictation going to a TASP that also owns a transcription company. How do I know they won't be soliciting my accounts if they are getting the voice on their system?
I would like to see a site where someone has researched all the TASPs and gives an overview of each, including the costs, options/services they offer, and a review of the TASP.
Those of you who use TASPs - do you have any input? I have listened to a demo of idigital and also the Bytescribe TASPs but honestly, it was so long ago that I don't remember what the voice sounds like or what the prompts were like. I have heard Metroscript's and it is one of the ones with lots of prompts and the electronic voice and I'm not crazy about that. I don't think I've heard any others...
TASP
I have a friend who has an ever growing MTSO and she uses MetroScript. Now let me say that she is a very "anal" careful, and I mean very, very, very careful person. She will not use anything until it has been researched to death. So I would definately give MetroScript a big thumbs up. She loves it!
Yes, it says remote.
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MTSOs...What, if any, TASP do you use?
I don't like the one I'm currently with and am looking for some other options. What do you like about yours? You may email me if you prefer.
Anybody know about using Medikin for a TASP?
MedRemote wants 4 cpl, and as it usually takes a while to be paid for new work, I need to start out with a lower cost. Their web site says they start out at 1.7 cpl and it goes down from there depending on how many lines you do. Just wondering if anybody could share their experience, good or bad. I do not have money to buy equipment outright at this time so am looking into this alternative.
Any responses greatly appreciated!
Can anyone recommend a TASP out there?
I am trying to decide which company to use. I am looking for reasonable cost and good quality. Thanks in advance!
What type of TASP do you have? nm
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anyone used Chronicle as a TASP
Any feedback is appreciated as our hospital is interested in using them for server management.
TASP recommendations?
Anyone use a TASP (transcription application service provider) they can recommend? I'm thinking about trying MetroScript. Any input on this company or others would be appreciated.
but do you download from a TASP?
Remote Control
AND you can keep the remote control right next to your keyboard to mute it when necessary. I think it sounds great. I might try it!
Remote PC connection
One of my clients allows me to remotely access their computer to obtain patient lists and transfer files. I have high-speed cable, but there is some delay when I use Word on their computer. I imagine other programs would be a bit slower as well.
If you have Windows XP Professional, you can give this a try yourself by setting up a Remote Desktop Connection. A Google search for this will give you step-by-step instructions.
remote transcriptionists
Go to mtjobs.com. There are plenty on there.
Probably best to do remote training overall. sm
I realize you probably needed several MTs right away, but most are going to agree to remote training faster than flying somewhere. I am looking for a new job right now but I'm also still working at my old one, and need to make a living in the meantime, so it's hard enough for me to find time to test online for other places. I make the time to do so, but it often means working longer hours. There's no way I could up and leave my family to train elsewhere since my DH travels a lot. Granted, I would not have agreed to that in the first place if I knew it was not feasible and definitely wouldn't have backed out without notice. That's just wrong on the part of the MTs involved. Yes, MTs complain about MTSOs a LOT, but many don't realize just how bad some of what the MTSOs put up with can be. I've often had to fill in for others who just flaked or went missing without advance notice. IC or not, that's just bad business. If these were in-house jobs, they'd be canned.
In my job search, I've noticed a whole lot of ads now want on-site MTs and specifically say not an at-home position, and I have to wonder if it's because they've been burned by the flakes. If that's the case, then it's hurting ALL of us who wish to do this from our home offices. Whether you are MT or MTSO, you have to remember the golden rule. If you use respect and act professional, more times than not, you will in turn be treated with respect and professionalism. There will always be bad apples, in any profession, so you have to take your lumps and just move on without becoming so jaded.
13 cents per line / TASP --nm
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tasp phone rates
A high end no minimum volume virtual toll free # is .07/minute. The voice mail goes right to my e-mail in a wav. file. Why can't the tasp do this for less $ with the volume they would get from an MT biz?
I'm just curious why it's so high. :) Is it the security features that cost so much? The file hosting seems reasonable but the phone rates are high.
Anyone use TASP or work for MedEDocs?
Wondering what their platform is like to use (I know it's a version of MTWorld). Anyone use their TASP application as MTSO application? Thanks for any info.
TASP recommendations requested
Can any IC's recommend a really inexpensive, easy to set up TASP that offers digital and phone? I have used Emdat and like it, but it is expensive. I have used Bayscribe and love it, but their spellchecker is worthless. Something that works with MS Word would be great. Recommendations?
Have two great TASP recommendations
http://www.scribe.com/scribelite.aspx
Above is link to website of Scribe Healthcare Technologies, they have a "lite" version of their platform for smaller services. I've been using it since March and absolutely love it. The people at Scribe are great, questions get answered almost immediately, tech support is excellent. Our doctor clients equally appreciate the features of this platform. I would definitely contact Scribe for info and free demo. I'm so glad I am using this for my MD accounts.
I also use Metroscript for some other type doctors that don't need "auto signature" on their reports. Metroscript is equally terrific, have been using them for 3 years now. These folks are equally the best, perfect for a smaller service too. They will walk you through the learning curve very patiently. Find them at www.metroscript.com. Good luck to you.
Downloading DSS files from TASP
I will need to download and play DSS files from a TASP system. My boss says I will need to purchase a player and program from Olympus to do this. Others have said I can use Bytescribe or Express Scribe with my USB pedal. My question is, if that's the case, how easy will it be to transfer from a TASP and play them on one of these players. My boss is making it out to be an impossible task. She said others have tried other programs and other foot pedals with either partial success or no success. Any help would be appreciated. The pedal package is $300 and who can afford that? Not I! Thanks and happy typing!
Metroscript is best TASP for this application
www.metroscript.com
Yay for this board, I don't feel so remote
I admit I leave this page open all day (addicted) and refer back, just because knowing there are fellow MTs online makes me feel like I have coworkers again! Sometimes I do get cabin fever with the only souls around me all day being my cat and dog. Wondering how everyone copes with being remote and getting cabin fever once in awhile...has anyone gotten to the point where they were either too lazy/scared to leave their house??
Remote hospital transcriptionist
Hi, I work for a 270-bed hospital in Cape Girardeau, MO and have been with them for 14 years. 9 years ago we went to at-home typing and it's been great. We have health insurance (family plan is only 105.00 a month) and you get 50% employee discount for whatever insurance doesn't pay. We get 11 cpl on a 60 character line. We can work our own hours, just have to meet a 5000 line quota per two weeks to maintain health insurance. We go on-call for a week at a time where we are available that week to type stats should there be any during the night or weekend, but we receive on call pay (an additional 220.00 that week). By looking at what some others offer I feel very fortunate to work where I do. Right now they are not hiring as we don't have a turnover. One of our girls has been there for 25+ years. Hope you find what you are looking for. They are out there if you just keep looking. Take care.
Hospitals that will hire remote MTs
Thank you, Linda. I'll check them out. :o)
Remote hospital transcriptionist
I definitely will! Thanks!
Lanier Remote Station
Can anyone send me instructions on how to program an older Lanier remote transcription system? I think it is an LX-128? I just don't remember. I took my out of the closet to see if it works and have lost my instructions. Everything is all plugged in and works. HOwever, I get a double tone and not a dial tone. I remember having to program it but it has been sooooooo long ago. Any help would be appreciated.
Lillian
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Recommendatios for a TASP for digital files
I am thinking about getting my own clients and have only been able to Google 3 TASPs. DocShuttle, Medikin, and idigital. Are there others?
A TASP is basically a company that owns
your clients call in and dictate on their system, and you pay them usually based on the minutes of dictation. That way you don't have to put out the money for a system of your own but you have access to a system. Metroscript is one, Bytescribe has a TASP, and the owners of this site also have a TASP although I don't recall the name - but if they would like to post the name of it under my post that is fine with me. There are others as well.
Tell that to certain tribes in remote areas of the world
Body deorating has been around about as long as man has been around. Your opinion is just that, yours, and I'm glad not to know you in person.
I live in remote area - no cable or DSL
and Clearwire is also not available. I have the satellite service. It is expensive - you have to purchase the equipment and pay for the installation ($600 and up). The service is expensive too ($65). The speed is not quite as fast as DSL, but I download and upload jobs with no problem. Some MTSOs won't allow satellite service, citing security issues, which is dumb. It's like any other wireless service - you have to make sure your signal is secure, which you do through your computer (not the service itself). Even this is ridiculous in remote areas for 2 reasons: 1) I really don't think anyone is going to bother camping out on my land or drive down my mile-long driveway with their laptop just to see if they can pick up a signal and 2) even if they did, they can only gain access to the internet itself - they can't see what you are doing online. So this security issue thing is baloney! Also, in 2004 when we were hit by Hurricanes Charlie, Frances and Jeanne, there was no phone or cable service for nearly a month, but I was still able to work by just using our generator for my computer until the electric came back on - those that had dialup, DSL or cable were outta luck.![](https://forum.mtstars.com/smileys/sowhat.gif)
Hospitals that require remote transcriptionists
Hi, I'm wondering if anyone can tell me how to find hospitals that hire remote transcriptionists. I've been googling all morning, and I'm not having any luck. If anyone could point me in the right direction, I'd really appreciate it!
That's a typical hourly rate for remote
I personally wouldn't drive that far for it.
Have a remote garage door opener?
Could have scared the bajeebies out him by shutting it while he was in your garage. Only thing is, you'd be cleaning up bajeebies off your garage floor.
I have a dog that does a very good Tasmanian devil impression, spitting included, when people knock. The people can see her through the door and they usually leave a card or whatever they have and move out pretty quickly.
Meditech remote workstation 3? Shorthands?
The company I work for will only pay hourly for Meditech remote workstation 3 transcription becuase you can't use any shorthands in it. Is this true? It seems like an awful program that works like an old DOS-type program. I've seen other posts about Meditech and ShortHand but I'm not sure if we are just using a terribly old version or what the deal is. Can you offer any help? Thanks!
don't use TASP's period. Why duplicate the internet especially when it is free...I use
Docshuttle, and an FTP site. Docshuttle can be set up to be entirely automatic at the doc's end, which makes it so much easier to get the file to and fro.
Remote 008Keylogger found constantly on my spyware.
Everytime I log onto the server for the company I work for I run my spyware. Everytime I open a job lately I have re-run my spyware and it seems to me that "008remote keylogger" is constantly on my PC. This spyware enables the "server" to see everything I type, every email, and where I go on my internet. Would anyone else be concerned?
It's not misleading at all. We provide a TASP service to MTSOs at a rate of 1 cpl. Please leave o
abbreviations that are interpreted as foul...i.e. WTF. USATasp is owned and operated by MTStars. If you have questions, feel free to email me directly.
Does anyone send Christmas cookies or presents TO your office, if you are a remote employee? sm
Just wondering if that's a weird thing to do or not.
Swiss Army Knife, steak dinner, anything remote controlled
maybe a toy remote control car or a new universal remote?
So you can work completely remote on a laptop and access your home PC with this program
please e-mail me with more info if you can. thx
West Florida Hospital is hiring for remote MT - must train on site for 90 days though. Where are you
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