check state certification requirements
Posted By: mt on 2009-03-10
In Reply to: New career/pharmacy tech? s/m - gettinold
Make sure you check not only how much a program may cost you, but what your state requirements are. I'm in Utah and we are required to pass a state exam to be licensed to practice. There is also a national exam that is supposedly good if you take it, but is get pricey. I took the course locally with a program that included an internship. I personally found the career boring and it didn't pay well enough for me to pursue it, but every state has different pay scales so check into it.
You should have a leg up because you do have to learn and memorize a lot of drug names and what they are for. Also, make sure your basic math skills are good. Mine stunk, so make sure you can remember how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and decimals. Good luck!!!
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It all depends on what state you live in and what their laws and requirements are. Check with your
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check out state
Maybe check out state or federal jobs. That is how I started. I was hired with absolutely no experience to work in a clinic for the state. They then sent me to a local college at night and paid for my education. MQ used to hire from transcription schools. I dont know if they still do. I think I read also where Encompass does. I know Chronicle Transcripts used to as I worked there as lead transcriptionist and used to help train newbies. Good luck!
Check your state
If you do a blind health insurance quote for your state- you should have companies that will come up to browse for insurance cost/premiums. My DH and I couldn't afford insurance through my last job because I would have been out of network, and the cost was so extreme regardless just for me, so I got individual health coverage through HealthPartners in MN. Make sure it is a health insurance, and not a health discount program. Now we pay $277.00/month for both of us - at $750 deductible.
What state are you in -- that you received the check already?
No check here, but does show up in ipay.
What does the attached letter say?
also, check out the laws in your state (sm)
regarding how the landlord should handle your deposit during the time you rented from them. In my state, it must be kept in an escrow account, and the landlord must show proof of this. Also, landlords are liable for lots of routine maintenance on the house/apartment while it is rented. For example, landlords are responsible for painting, replacing miniblinds, cleaning carpets, etc every four years, in the state of Georgia.
Go online and check it out...you could get your money back, plus some! Good Luck! 
Check with state and city
Portland has just decided to require all all I/C's have a business license. Also check with your state to register your business name so you can put it on your checking account, etc. It does cost but if you are a business and run it as a business you pay the the business costs as well as reaping the awards of the tax write off's. But you need to check with your state and city for requirements.
You will need to check your state overtime
laws. In mine (Kentucky) if you work 2 Sundays in a row without a day off, the 2nd Sunday is automatic overtime, no matter if you have 40 hours in for that week or not. Need to check state laws and then with your MTSO. If it is overtime, then they probably would not go for that.
Check with your city and state.
I only found out about the license because the city came by asking me questions about my neighbors running a business out of their home for their investigation. They got caught and had huge fines. I now make sure to stay current on my licenses!
Or maybe check with your state's labor department?
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Thanks for all the info. I will check and see what my State requires(nm)
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Must check your state labor laws
This is what most of them follow is whatever state you live in. I live in a state where you have to get 40 hrs before you can hit OT. No OT for more than an 8-hour day.
But of course, I also live in a state that has $1.95 as its minimum wage still!
Check with your state's Labor Board on #2
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Check thru the Cooperative Extension programs in your state. Info might be there. nm
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Check into adoption through local Catholic services, fees in our state (Ky) were based on income and
although expensive, not as bad as private adoption. Still, a long wait, we were told.
mq requirements
Part timers are supposed to do 4,000 lines/per week, 8,000/two weeks..Full timers 6,000/week, 12,000/per two weeks.
mq requirements
I was told by my TC, 8,000/pay period for part time.
me too with the requirements sm
of 20 years experience at least 45 years old and over! (Acute care of course with all the junk that goes with it)
There are no age requirements for teachers
You are never too old to further your education. I know seniors who take college courses for self-improvement. My daughter will graduate in 9 months to be a teacher and she is 37. Teachers are high in demand. There is such a shortage, but don't go into it just for the money. If you do, you will be a crappy teacher.
different accounts, different requirements, but...
some things you probably should have available are MS Word, a wav player and foot pedal, and WinZip in case you need to unzip or zip files.
Line Requirements
Could those of you who are paid twice a month tell me what your line requirements are per pay period? I am wondering if 15,000 lines per pay period is around the average amount. TIA!
Not exactly right. If you WANT THE JOB, you'll fulfill their requirements. nm
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Watch for HIPAA requirements!
I've just begun investigating this a bit myself. Files must be encrypted in specific manner, and/or a housed on a secure FTP server set up in order to be in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Something to be aware of beyond just creation of the files.
if i make production requirements only
which is 1200 lines a day...it is about 2100 from the national, and then the local i pull about 500 to 1000 a month depending,
suffice it to say, however, that i have been withthe national for a month, and have not managed to get my lines in yet...though i had a bad run with mono int he middle of that.
I have been at this for 7 years, and can on a good day do upwards of 300 lines an hour, on a slow day..heh..you get the idea...
right now i am averaging about 2200 a month between the two jobs
Have 3 years to meet all the CE requirements.
QA stems from regulatory requirements
All hospitals are required to meet quality standards in order to maintain their accreditation status. There are QA reviews for the hospital as a whole, for each department, and for each function. It filters down level by level.
In the case of MTSOs, they have to meet the quality standards of their clients in order to stay in business.
It's not anything intended to harass employees, but to improve patient care.
And, yes, doctors are QA'd, but they're QA'd on the basis of their patient care. The quality of their medical record documentation does feed into that, but on a higher level than spelling and punctuation.
Poll on editing line requirements
I would like to know your line requirements per shift. Please indicate whether this is production based on hourly or based on cpl. Thanks!
Minimum wage requirements when there's no work, perhaps?
Looks like the Q is having to pony up minimum wage to a lot of MTs when there is NJA and this, I believe, is the highest in CA. Interestingly, CA-based employees of the Q seem to get NJA less frequently than other regions.
Certification
In a perfect world there would be no offshoring. There would be no voice recognition. There would be nothing but great companies to work for, etc., etc., but this is not the case. I feel my certification gives me a better chance to continue doing what I do for the next 15+ years, be it in an editing capacity or as a transcriptionist. This is just my opinion......no one has to agree with me. Certiciation is each MTs personal choice.
Certification
Whatever ---- you are entitled to your opinion!! But if that is what you think of MTing, comparing it to blacksmithing,you have no pride in what you do. I, for one, still have pride in what I do, and I chose to be certified! You can laugh at me all you want. Maybe I should be laughing at you - maybe you just can't pass the test ....bwaaaaaaahaaaaaa.
Certification
I have said this on this board many times-- I have been a CMT since 1987. I have NEVER made a nickel more because of it anywhere. The bottom line is-- they want the work done at the cheapest price and if a trained monkey could do this job and be paid a banana a day, that's what they would hire. I have kept my certification up for all these years because of my own personal pride, but as of this last go-round, I am letting it drop. Ever since AAMT changed all the requirements for recertification and made it that much harder for me to get my credits, I have decided it is not worth it to keep it. AAMT has done nothing to improve our lot in all the years I have been involved with them and I refuse to jump through any more hoops for them. Besides, I am too busy struggling to make a living any more to attend all their stupid meetings, symposiums, etc., and can no longer afford to do so-- thanks to their "help" in undermining my paycheck by offshoring and promoting the "production only" type of employment.
Have you ever seen anyone get the certification
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certification sm
I quit as well after almost 20 yrs of being so dedicated. I attended "real" life meetings, sacrificed soooo much but now you can go on line and submit for credit. I don't think so! Old time - hands on - person and willing to keep it up but need to see it more open and available to all, no matter what $$$ are involved. Truly experienced professional would like it to be open to all who are involved without the big bucks. Just an altruistic person here,probably born poor, die poor.
Certification
I'm not sure what you are referring to when you say after 2 years of experience you are actually certified. Are you meaning the CMT? Because if that is what you are referring to, you are not a CMT until you join AAMT and take the CMT test....and pass. Some MTs with many, MANY years of experience cannot pass this test.
Certification
Was just wondering if anyone can tell me what a CMT is? I have a "certificate" from the school where I learned "medical transcription"..does that qualify me to be a CMT?
CMT certification
Is there any way to verify that someone is indeed a CMT? The work of some I have seen lately cannot possibly be.
Certification
For me, getting certified was a complete and utter waste. It did nothing for me other than making me poorer with all the fees and having to purchase the BOS. The local AAMT chapter folded, so the neat continuing education and networking seminars I used to attend are no longer held. I let my certification drop and did not renew. AAMT has not supported American transcriptionists nor have they even helped us in any way IMO. I will not be supporting AAMT with my hard-earned funds.
I basically boycott AAMT the way I boycott Wal-Mart for their business practices. Ugh.
cmt certification
Most companies pay by the line/report and with CMT certification most companies pay more
Certification
I sent an email directly to them stating that when our wages went back up and work came back from overseas then they could talk about certification then they could talk about certification. They should be working on the first two. Every MT should email them directly.
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There is not certification available for
CMT certification
I need some help here please. I have been thinking of taking the CMT test but cannot decide. The company that I work for will pay extra for the certification but is it really worth it? I have been doing this job for almost 25 years, however, I worked for a local multispecialty clinic that did not have any idea about BOS, we simply typed what the doctor said and the format depended on each doctor. They phased out our department several years ago and I have worked for a few services so I have definitely grown in all areas and learned BOS. Can anyone give me the pros and cons of taking the test? Is it as intimidating as it seems? To me, one of the pros would be, after doing this job for so long, feeling like I really accomplished something in my field. Any opinions, pros, cons, etc., would be greatly appreciated!!!
TIA 
Work for a company in a state that has no state income tax
I think there are 3 or 4 out there (Florida, Texas, and a few others.) Then you really avoid the tax situation.
Thinking about CMT certification...
I have been a Transcriptionist for six years and am considering getting CMT certification. I was just wondering what would be the benefit of having CMT certification, other than looking good on a resume?
I guess what I am trying to say is would it be worth the time and effort to joint AAMT and pay to test when I already have a great MT position.
WHAT? CERTIFICATION FOR EDITORS?
"All Dictaphone transcription service partners are required to pass its rigorous certification program to ensure even higher levels of service and proficiency in speech recognition editing..."
(here is link to complete article)
http://health-information.advanceweb.com/common/editorial/editorial.aspx?CTIID=1433
  Why doesn't MQ ever tell there is "certification" for editors?
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WHAT ARE WE TALKING ABOUT HERE --- "certification program"
I haven't heard anything about certifying editors, have you?
And if that's so we better get a HE^^ OF A LOT MORE MONEY!!!! doing it.
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CHRISTUS HEALTH CHOOSES MEDQUIST
CHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for profit health care system comprising more than 40 hospitals, inpatient and long-term care facilities, clinics and other health care services serving more than 70 communities, has selected MedQuist as its premier vendor for documentation and speech recognition needs.
CHRISTUS Health was having challenges streamlining productivity and transcription costs. According to Robert Jacobs, CHRISTUS market information officer, a selection committee made up of HIM directors, radiology directors and physicians, evaluated vendors and selected MedQuist for its capabilities to provide front-end speech recognition and back-end speech recognition transcription services.
http://66.102.7.104/search?q=cache:OAXm4i0GEUEJ:health-information.advanceweb.com/common/editorial/editorial.aspx%3FCTIID%3D1433+christus+health+medquist&hl=en
National Certification for MTs
Can someone refer me to a website or something so I can get certified. Finished my course with a college and they don't of course deal with the National Certification. Anyone out there done the certification part. Please help. Thanks
However, having some sort of certification does
not necessarily mean one is a good Transcriptionist any more than not having certification does not mean one is not a good transcriptionist. That would be saying that anyone who goes to medical school and has M.D. behind their name is a good doctor. While they have to have M.D. behind their name to practice medicine, it does not mean they are a good physician. Just my 2 cents worth.
certification v. certificate
CMT= certified medical transcriptionist.
MTs with 2+ years of acute care experience who pass a test given by the American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT)are CMTs. They also need to prove they have accumulated a certain amount of continuing education credits every three years in order to maintain the certification. HTH.
certification question
Ok, I have seen all the bad info about them in the Archives... and I can't seem to type the name of this company; I get a message that I've used a "bad word!" (Initials are TA -- sounds like a car name) LOL
I wish I had known about this site before my dealings with them. Anyway, I finished trning w/them and have been a paid IC for them for some time now. But I'm working way too hard for too little money. I do MT, QC, and file managing for them, and I'm chained to my computer for very little return. The good thing: I AM working, and I now have experience with rheumatology, cardiology, vascular, chronic pain mgmt, pulmonology, psych, etc. The experience has been great.
My question: the only certification I have for MT is their course completion. Anyone out there have experience with looking for another job with *only* a certificate like that? 
Just wondering... I'll sit back now and wait for you all to tell me I'm foolish.
Certification is an investment in your future!
I have been told that only the "best and the brightest" will have a job MTing in the not too distant future; these are usually the CMTs. In my opinion, it is a good investment, and it is not too hard to maintain once you have it. I get all my credits through the AAMT journals. I am quite proud of my certification. I think it shows to your employer that you know what you are doing and take pride in your work. 
medical transcription certification
Hello,
I'm trying to figure out what the best all-around option is for gaining certification in medical transcription. (Balancing cost and quality of training) This is what I've come across so far. Recommendations would be very appreciated!
Penn Foster (online): Around $1000
Local Community College: Around $1300
TechSkills: Around $6000 (which I thought was ridiculous, since their training is done from online or prerecorded modules just like many other online or mail options)
Should I be looking for an Associate's degree, or is a certification (provided that it's accredited, of course) enough? I already have work experience on the clerical side of the healthcare industry.
Thank you!
Maybe it would finally be real certification, and not
Becoming a nurse requires education and certification.
MT does NOT. A flying monkey could become an MT with a little training. Some people make it sound as if we're doing brain surgery here. Honestly, we are glorified typists. Anyone who thinks it's more than that is just trying to feel better about being a medical typist. I get slammed all the time for this opinion, but the harsh reality of it is that this is NOT a difficult field to get into IF you have the proper skills. Don't slam someone for being a nurse and wanting to transition to MT. She has more education and certification in the medical field than we do. As long as she has good grammar, spelling, research, and typing skills, SHE WILL DO GREAT!!!! Why do people have to be so egotistical and negative on these boards? We ought to encourage newbies getting into the field instead of telling them it's too difficult or they aren't qualified. Hey, let's just alienate all the newbies and send the work overseas to people who don't have EFL skills.
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