Yup, you have to say you're busy, and No, and I can't...and then stick to it, bad feelings or
Posted By: It's your JOB! nm on 2006-03-06
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We're out here (good MTs) but we're busy! sm
I don't recall ever taking an employment test where I wasn't offered a job. My MTSO does not even look at my work unless I happen to have a question or a blank, which happens maybe once in every 30 or so reports with an ESL. If you find a really good MT, how much training would be involved? Certainly you would save time in the long run once they're trained and you don't have to check all their work.
Any program will work if you stick with it and it's NOT what you're doing right now. nm
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Allegiant has clinic accounts and is busy, busy, busy
If you're an IC and are looking for plenty of work, freedom to set your own hours, low daily line requirement (500), great supervisors, and easy clinic accounts, then Allegiant may be the right company for you. You can apply by going to www.allegianttranscription.com.
Allegiant's pay scale is 7 cpl also, but would you rather get 7 cpl and easily transcribe 250 lph or get 10 cpl and struggle to do 150 lph. Give me 7 cpl any day and spare me the headache.
she was too busy for you the way you are often too busy for her...what's the question? nm
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My feelings are they are probably...
Shock, disbelief, anger, fear... I'm sure they are feeling all those things...plus uncertainty and full of questions. I know that is how I felt on 9-11. I am praying for them. America is not in this alone.
I'm having those same feelings
I was feeling sorry for myself, because as the storm was approaching my area yesterday, I had 3 contractors working on my house repairing damage inside from a roof leak. Then when I got home from work yesterday, the leak started again in the exact same spot and ruined all they had done. The roof was supposedly fixed before the inside repair started. Then as I was leaving for work this a.m., I saw a man from MS (where I live) interviewed on Fox News who had been holding his wife's hand and she was swept away. He was crying and the lady interviewing was crying and it was pitiful. The interviewer asked him where he was going next. He replied that he didn't have ANYWHERE TO go, that everything he had was gone. I just sat down and cried. At least I still have a roof! Praise God! May he watch over these poor people!
my feelings exactly (sm)
Just can't put them as eloquently (sp?) as you just did, but anyways, thanks!  for saying what I didn't. I too am SICK TO DEATH of hearing these people whine and cry, blaming Bush for everything!
Anyways, very very well said...Bravo to you! 
ALWAYS GO WITH YOUR FEELINGS...
Absolutely, positively put an end to it. Say, "Honey, this makes me feel uncomfortable. I am sure you are not doing anything wrong, but it does make ME feel uncomfortable, and since you are not doing anything wrong, you won't mind stopping this practice so that I will be more comfortable." If he balks, you can put him on the spot why he is having such a fit over a simple request. You can bet your booties the Child Protection Agency would frown HIGHLY on this practice. Good luck. And no, it may be all innocent, but why take the chance.
feelings
It's par for the course for this business, that's the nature of the beast. Even if you work for yourself, it's just as bad. They don't think you're human with a life. Spent many years in this profession and it's "thankless" but then there are those with no work at all. Know how you feel. Just take it a half day at a time. I always try to get over things by thinking of those less fortunate and count my blessings. It's hard, makes you feel bad not to have all the spare time others seem to have, but if you ask them, they probably are not happy either. Try to treat yourself to something nice a make a "grateful list". Works for me.
I have those same feelings
to our family gatherings. I always feel that it's an invasion in some way. I'm not sure why. She doesn't invite them because they don't have anywhere else to go, but it is as if she can't be with the rest of the family without these people with her. We are a fun and loving family, so I'm not sure what's is about, but I do resent these people being at our family gatherings. I'm praying hard that I will not feel this way this year.
You are not alone in your feelings at all! sm
I have been an MT for 9 years now and am worn out from the uneven workloads that result in feast or famine paychecks, overhiring, system issues, and endless just-off-the-boat ESLs who cannot not speak a real sentence to save their life. Then there are the nasty generic e-mails, conference calls that accomplish nothing but more confusion for everyone, and well, I am just tired of working like a dog on garbage accounts for the past 4 years and wearing myself out. It was much better for the first few years of my career but quickly went downhill. I have only been at 2 companies in 9 years. Thankfully my husband makes a good income and we do not really need mine at this point, but it makes me sad that I busted my buns at it this long, all the time thinking the industry just might turn around. I am just about over the at-home MT thing! 
You said it!! Exactly my feelings! ...sm
You train and train and do interns and then the MTSOs don't want to compensate you what you feel you are worth.
You have just stated my feelings exactly. nm
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I can understand your feelings ....
I'm a West Texan (lots of sun and heat) and moved to Everett for about 6 months, I was SO depressed up there and starved for sunlight. What's really sad is ... the natives said "this is such a sunny year" *thud*. While I was up there, a report came out that Tacoma is the place with the highest suicide rate, lack of sunshine was one cause behind that.
Good luck, if you need sun, come see me! LOL
I have mixed feelings.
My knee-jerk reaction is to boycott any company offshoring. It feels like a personal insult at times, toward American workers. This is a reaction, though.
My response (using the brain, not the heart) tells me that globalization of this and every other industry is here. It is not going away. I want the U.S. to be able to trade with other companies; I don't think it is in this country's best interest to be withdrawn from the world. While I would like to take it personally, from an intellectual perspective this was going to happen one way or another. The MT job as it is today would eventually be outdated by advancements in technology. So it is not like offshoring alone has caused these changes. All industries evolve. It is what allows us to have better products, cheaper prices, and more affordable living choices. This field is no different. This is a response.
I do not plan to martyr myself in vain for something that is following its natural path of progression. Taking such an obstinant position against change would be the greatest catalyst to my financial demise -- the world will go on changing, so I had better learn to change, adapt, and evolve with it!
never ignore your gut feelings
Every time I have ever ignored mine, I have regretted it. This is especially true when it comes to being a mom. Maybe it is mother's intuition or whatever. Kinda like when a kid wants to know why they can't do something...."Because I said so" sounds so lame when you don't really have a reason. However, I've learned the hard way if I feel something is wrong to listen to my inner instinct--it has never been wrong.
Feelings... nothing more than feelllnngsssss
So, I wanted to say, I came into this world 3 years ago after other hospital work..and thought the same thing, geeeeez what a load of whiners!! But, then I started sending off my great ideas that were continually ignored, worked loads of hours and was asked for more, was a major team player, etc etc. It is my nature to do so. But....THESE people.. have been pounded on. The industry's businesses have, for the most part, dodged every law and manipulated every scenario possible to their advantage, having not looked out for their people. I, personally, am working on something very significant with an attorney to align some of the compensation laws. I'm dumbfounded at what they are pulling off. I've had jobs with way more responsiblity than this, and this one is beating me up big time. There is every scenario available as there are MTs, so we can't compare each others'. It can be hard to be cheery (in fact, it would be inappropriate) if you poured your soul into a career that wasn't feeling right, but were stuck with it to meet financial demands. There isn't an ounce of anything objective and consistent in the world of medical transcription; decisions about everything are guesswork, and if you are in a good situation, consider thyself fortunate and help those who feel stuck to find find something better. I just left a miserable situation, and was shocked at the gagillions of people that wanted to bring me on having barely breathed hello into the telephone.. The people who need to improve are guided in no way...so I'm going to say it is great people have good experiences, but there's nothing cheery about losing your pay year by year and watching your benefits get yanked.. and and and. People won't quit whining until they feel understood and validated. My happiness and good fortune does not mean others are not entitled to the other. The real test comes in standing up for "that" and lending a friendly ear (and i'm not implying i'm good at that/lol. I say that in one side of my head while the other side is wishing everyone would quit whining right along with you, but heck, people are frazzled. I am not diminishing your happy days, really..How can we spread the love? Okay, I've now officially gone over the edge. Off to work! LaterLadies!
No Hard Feelings
I am giving you an internet hug. I hope it works out for you!!
my feelings and actions exactly!!! nm
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Honestly, and no bad feelings, but ....
Some MTSOs send dictations to India, where they are straight typed, then the reports are sent back to the US to the QA.
What happens next?
I assume that the QA corrects them and sends them to the client.
How does this affect the US MTs? In no way do US MTs correct the mistakes Indians make in their reports.
And in what way do MTs 'train' the Indian MTs?
The only ones who can rightly complain are the QAs.
Or do you think that the Indians type the reports straight, the reports are sent back to the US office, and the QA sends them as VR to an US MT for correction?
Wouldn't this be rather expensive?
4 cpl for Indian straight typing
4 cpl for US MTs correcting the Indian VR, plus possible QAing.
This would be 8 cpl, at least.
They might as well keep the whole thing in the US.
Correct me if I am wrong.
BTW no Indian can sneak into this forum, when the US MTs are so paranoid that they suspect even a US MT working on US soil to be an Indian working in India.
aer soparanoid tht they even suspect US MTs working an UDS soil to be Indian MTs workign uin India.
You've really hurt my feelings - NOT
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If you really don't want to cause hard feelings, just delete it
and if they ask always say that you just haven't had the time to check e-mails lately.
I agree with your feelings, but there is such a thing as --sm
going overboard. as much as minorities should be considered equally for jobs, education, etc., so should it be for all...not just minorities. ESLs are not the only ones that help keep MTs busy. transcription work can come from ALL dictationists, not just ESLs. Standards should be the same for all. Either lower them for the *white americans* or raise them for all others. I am not a racist and I do not defend one against the other, but it should be equal...across the board. That used to be the *American Way*, INCLUDING diversity.
You could send letters of your feelings
before this judgment came down. However, it is basically a "plea deal" and nothing can be done about it.
Then stopping trying to negate her feelings
Bully for you that you wouldn't feel slighted. How wonderful that you don't mind the benign neglect of your husband regarding your anniversary. At least, one would assume, that your husband does something that contributes to making your life pleasant, happy, and easier on a regular basis or does something that nurtures your soul in a romantic or loving way. However, other than signing my paycheck, while at the same time finding ways to get more work and more hours for less pay, my company does very little to foster the warm fuzzy feeling necessary to be able to overlook a cheap slight. As someone pointed out earlier, a 1 penny tip to a waitress is designed as an insult. I've gotten coupons worth more than $5 out of the Sunday paper, and I didn't have to risk carpal tunnel or sacrifice family time to get it.
I love reading your posts..and having my own feelings
You are so right
poster is wrong - snakes do have feelings...N/M
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MTs put too much personal feelings and angst into job. MTSO
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The key words "feel like I have been had". There are no feelings in business..sm
Unfortunately, there is no place for emotional feelings when doing business. I too learned the hard way, just as you have.
Sorry for your experience, but it will make you stronger and smarter for future dealings.
Good luck to you!
Not all have the warm and fuzzy feelings about mentors
I learned transcription inhouse in a hospital when I found out about a person being able to make more than just their salary each week by being fast and that I was. I thought it would be a piece of cake, hey I had worked in hospitals, both adult and children, doctor offices and the like. It took me a year of her training before I was put on incentive. My boss (mentor?) got upset with me 1 time and put me on 3 days work a week when I had been working full so then got a parttime job for those 2 days until the boss lady HAD to ask me to return. Their work was heavy in the first place, but that was what she did. Another time she told me after a person typed over 50 minutes a day (I was the only 1 doing this out of about 6 or 7 transcriptions)that then that person would stop and do paper work. I told her that would not work as it would only apply to me and I would have to go further up about that. Lastly when I left after 7 years working in transcription I had an outgoing evaluation and she put down average (instead of outstanding, superior) for attendance and told her I had not missed 1 single day of the last 3 years and she would have to give me the best mark on that if nothing else. She said she really had not checked her records. I am glad I learned but warm and fuzzy, not here. Reading above noticed you said only 2 more years until retirement. What is that? I am past retirement age now but this Friday am due to start drawing full social security payments. I am so excited and hope to continue working as the money will be twice of what I am making now. Sooooooooo excited.
I hope I didn't hurt your feelings - I'm sure
you'll be able to clean it up - I do that sometimes, too - I have my own way of working where I sometimes leave a s/l in a spot so I can go back and listen - I've even had the report accidentally go to the client like that because I hit the wrong key before I fixed the report!
Anyway, did you listen for the "cranial nerves" part?
Actually, you are incorrect. People post their feelings on this site
to having to register and give their personal information, IP address, etc. Be pro-AAMT. I choose not to and that is my right. No whining, no complaining...I am just one of those American MTs who doesn't see AAMT as glorious as you do. Also an Old MT.
Follow you "gut" feelings - they usually never steer you wrong!. nm
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Not to stick up for the guy, but
at least he threw a "sorry" in there (unless, of course, it was a sarcastic-sounding "sorry"). Maybe he just couldn't hold it back? Guess that's kind of another "universal language."
Ah, yes, I do know where you can stick it...
but your head is already in the way. 
I feel very sorry for you and your pitiful outlook. Personally, I like to find the lighter side.  It makes for a much happier life.
But I'm an IC because I don't want to stick to SM
a schedule. So I should do what you want? I want to work when the work is there.
My regular position assigns work. I do that and when I'm finished, that's it. So there's no cherries going into this bowl. I detest cherry-picking anyway and would never do it, nor would I skip a job because it is "hard" to do.
But you guys are thinking everybody should do what you want to do so that you can be elsewhere to do whatever it is you want - drive your kids somewhere or wake them up or whatever - and not have to pay a price for it.
And if you think your MTSO isn't thrilled to have that work done in double-time, think again.
FYI, I usually STICK UP for WM. You don't know who I am.
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Way to stick it to the man! sm
Yes, I have learned in order to keep up, sometimes you must "stick it to the man." Otherwise, they will try to get away with as much as they can. I have been at this hospital almost 7 years, and you would be amazed and some of the things they have tried to pull. The only reason I'm still there is because it's my comfort zone and the pay is competetive, I work from home. I am a single mom and must have the stability they offer of an hourly wage, benefits, etc. More Power To Ya!
Stick it out sm
I would hang onto that job as long as they are willing to let you struggle along. You will never be sorry. Where else can you pick up that kind of experience and get paid at the same time? Be sure to keep a notebook, alphabetize it and study it when you get home. You will be invaluable in the future. Most hospitals are outsourcing these days and you will be multi-talented and the future will be yours. Please take my advice and tough it out. Been there and not sorry.
Stick with it....
I agree with Gloria. But what may surprise some (from my experience anyway) is that even though I've been doing this for 15+ years, I still have to leave blanks, in fact, a day without any blanks is a red-letter day for me. I should add I do 95% ESL docs and it amazes me that QA is able to fill in the blanks most of the time (yes, there are some even they cannot get). And to any new MTs starting out, most of the blanks turn out to be regular words, or are routine phrases that are slurred over. And, until you have done a huge amount of varied transcription reports it takes a while to become familiar with the thousands of drugs, and then there are new ones coming out. We just can't know it all. That is why there is QA. It does get better, so hang in there. As Gloria says, if you care enough and are smart enough to ponder about it, you're doing fine!
I really hope you stick with it
If you ever want to talk to someone who understands this, i've left my email. I have many coping strategies that seem to work for me that helps me be around people more, so I don't get too isolated like I used to. Being alone is just too depressing for me, even though I need to be for the most part. Take care. 
Let's see now...it means stick it...
hmmm...stick it....gosh! I haven't been in banking for a while, so I'll have to get back to you on that. 
Stick to your guns
They all think being a grown up is so great until they get there. Stay strong. If you give in and let her jump ahead then tomorrow she will become bored with this and want something even more. They grow up soon enough.
I'd say stick with teaching.
This is not an industry I'd recommend anyone to enter anew for so many reasons:
1. Inconsistent pay and work available.
2. No respect from employers who lie to us and treat us like second class citizens. Slavery went out in the Lincoln administration, people.
3. No respect from people whom I tell what I do for a living.
4. No future in this job. Voice recognition and outsourcing are putting it in the same category of obsolete occupations as the blacksmith.
Be glad you have a career to fall back on in case the MT one doesn't pan out, but I sure wouldn't put any money into learning how to do something that's going to cease to exist in the next decade.
tell them to stick the BOS2
down the garbage disposal.
However is in charge of this book needs to get on Tegretol, to control their bloody mood swings.
What next? You can only transcribe using the DVORAK keyboard?
We should make a stick about this
on the New MT board. My recommendations are: apply and test anyway and every single place that will let you. You will get turned away by some, but others will let you test to see how you do. Also, call/visit/mail every phys office, clinic, hospital in your area and inquire about open positions. Even just fill-in for vacations/sickness will get your foot in the door. Best of luck!
Stick around - you will find out. sm
Basically, it is a hostile reply to whatever you post. Most are insulting and in the reply is a lot of jumping to conclusions you never meant in the original post.
I am trying to do the same, tho DH is a stick (5ཇ @ 163) - sm
plus our 2-year-old lab is a bit wide in the girth herself....her name is Maggie though considering changing it to Hoover as she sucks in everything and anything (don't think she even chews). So I have about 60-70 pounds to sweat off and she has about 20 probably (80 pound female lab). Interesting idea about the meals....I am just doing protein shakes, salads and lots of chicken, DH cooks for himself and the kids (I am not a good cook, great baker though). Good idea with the dogs though (we have 2 I can take turns with), I need to get a set routine myself and do the same thing!
Definitely need to set some rules and stick to them -
I also had contractors working in my house a few years ago, so I can totally relate. The phone was also ringing off the hook. I had people knocking on the door (contractors) at all hours because they knew I was here. I finally just about had a nervous breakdown and told my husband if he did not take some of these calls or come home to meet some of these people I was quitting my job. Low and behold, he took the wheel and I got to actually sit and work. He said he did not realize how stressed I was over all this. Maybe this will work for you? Good luck. :-)
I usually stick with buying........
...mine from the tattoo shops. However, I most recently bought one at one of those little jewelry stands in the mall and I haven't had any problems with it.
LOL-guess I will just stick
with the laptop. That is if I can get my transcription platform loaded. Had trouble yesterday and haven't had time to try again! Thanks anyway!
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