Company now running out of jobs..need advice
Posted By: semi newMT on 2006-09-11
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Hello. I have been with a company for 3 months now. At first they were complaining cause they were so behind now all the sudden I am finding times when there is no work to be done. I realize they probably hired more MTs than there is work..I have heard of that happening. Anyway I am a single mom of two and not a very fast typer yet (but I am getting better). Does anyone have any advice? I depend on this job to pay the bills. I could use some advice on what to do. Do I find another job (which is hard for a newbie as you all know) or do I find a part time (don't really have the time for that but might be able to squeeze it in). I appreciate the help.
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Just wanted to know if anybody has ever worked for Breitner Transcription and what they are like?
Thanks!
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contact me. I can crack anything.
Past posts say lousy VR & MT pay, and running out of work. nm
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Still plentiful jobs in MT if you want to do it in-house. Lots of jobs
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Didn't she sell it, or just your company to an offshore company. The woman
has a screw loose.
No, the woman who owns this company can't transcribe herself, much less run a company.
kk
Any company that charges anything to work is not a reputable company. However,
if a company offers a job and requires that you have a certain pedal and offers to provide it and then take it out of say your first paycheck or couple of paychecks, then that is acceptable.
My belief is that companies that charge you for software or anything else is trying to make money off of you.
While $11.95 isn't much, figure that amount times 10 or 20 or 100 and what do you come up with? Smells like a scam to me.
company was sold so they have no company to hire you after graduation!
They are not a reputable school and I went there so I should know. Even when they did have Trans. Relief Services they never answered my email about employment upon graduation.
Would really appreciate advice
MT Jobs
I have been trying unsuccessfully to e-mail AAMT. I am interested in knowing why someone with prior experience cannot take an abbreviated course rather than the full course like M-Tec and Andrews provide. Of course, my experience is old, but I have basically kept abreast of what is going on in the MT world. All of the schools seem to want to give complete courses. In other words, everyone is treated like a beginner.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Advice
The employer DOES know how well you'll do. At least, he thinks he does. He knows that you have the same training that other failed new-hires had--all the new MTs from that school who didn't work out and wasted his money.
You can do well in your course, but if your course did not teach what you truly needed to know, you've learned little. Your opinion about the quality of the education isn't important at all--you have no basis to know if it's good or not.
You hope it is, but employers are telling you that it is not.
It's unfortunate that you spent your time and money on a bad choice, but that was your choice. At this point, the best thing you can do is try to salvage what you can from it.
Yes, someone might be surprised, but complaining about the injustice you have received as a result of your decision isn't going to inspire anyone to want to give you that chance.
It would be better for you to improve your capabilities and apply again. The employers are telling you that you are not ready to work.
Another choice would be for you to write up what your course did cover, in detail, with a comparison to other schools' coursework. Present that to the employer and ask if they will test you.
You'll have to present yourself very professionally for this to work. You have a number of language, grammar, and punctuation errors in your posts, so you would do well to pay close attention to that. You don't want that to alienate an employer. That may, in fact, already be what has alienated them.
There are jobs
Jobs are available, but some companies don't want to put their resources into training new MTs. It's a costly process. Those that do hire new people prefer to hire from schools with a proven track record in providing solid training. I was offered a job with a large national before I even graduated, but I went to a top school. Even so, the company had to invest a lot of training and time in getting me up to speed. Choosing the right school is the key to doors opening when you graduate. If you didn't invest in a top-notch education, you may have to work harder to find that first job.
I need advice!
Greetings;
I am a new MT attempting to start my own service as an independent contractor. My issue is this, my husband deployed for Iraq yesterday, he will be gone for 8 months. I will be returning to my home town for this time period. Can/Should I start my own service in that area, or should I try to obtain work with a service until I return to my current home? How does one handle a situation like this when moving is enevitable. What do you think? What would you do?
I need advice!
Greetings;
I am a new MT attempting to start my own service as an independent contractor. My issue is this, my husband deployed for Iraq yesterday, he will be gone for 8 months. I will be returning to my home town for this time period. Can/Should I start my own service in that area, or should I try to obtain work with a service until I return to my current home? How does one handle a situation like this when moving is enevitable. What do you think? What would you do?
Need advice
I need some advice. I have a 5 yr old and a 3 month old. I going through a mentoring program right now and I am also close to completing school and get my certificate in med transcription. My situation is that I take care of the kids during the day (5 yr old pretty much entertains herself but of course the baby doesn't) and I'm exhausted to the point that if I try to stay up until midnight or beyond transcribing I'm grouchy in the morning from lack of sleep. My boyfriend isn't much help. Please, I'm not looking for advice dealing with him but advice on how to juggle the kids, mentoring, and schooling. I appreciate it.
Need advice
The school I am going through provided cassette tapes to transcribe the homework reports from. I do not have a transcriber and don't feel like purchasing one since I will more than likely never use it again and I only have 7 chapters left to do. Does anyone know how I can record them onto my computer? My sound recorder only records 60 sec at a time unless I want to pay for more and I'd rather not if I don't have to. I figure if they are on my computer than I can use express scribe to type them up.
MT Jobs
Try Spheris.
Advice...
 Sell your self. So you don't have experience but you have knowledge of the field. Check the offers on the job board. That is how I found the 2 MTSOs I work for. I've only been in this field for a month! When you email your resume to them type a little blurb that shows how eager you are. Worked for me.
LOOK AT ALL JOBS.
I have been doing this for three months, and I did the same thing on my resume. You might have to start at a low pay rate, but it will get you experience.
JUST HANG IN THERE!
Where are all the jobs
because I cannot find any since my graduation in November????? Need and appraciate any POSITIVE feedback.
jobs
Don't give up. I just graduated in November, and I applied to EVERY place I could. Even if they said that they only hire experienced MTs, I submitted a cover with my resume that asked for the opportunity to test. Of course, I got several denials, but I got a few takers, too. And, the great part is that I have been working since Thanksgiving!!! Keep looking, you'll get there!!!
Advice
I am currently in the office from 3 to 5 days a week, depending on the amount of work. I am unable to work from home with his current system. I also think he likes having me there to help with other duties like receptionist work, billing, etc.
Jobs MT
I read your post and would like information about Sten-Tel, Inc. I just recently graduated from Career Step in Nov. 2005 and need to get to work. You can e-mail me. Thanks
bad advice
I am upset by you telling this potential MT that she should look elsewhere. Leave that to her to decide.
I am also a new MT and used to really enjoy this board and its wonderful advice and information, but because of such negativity, I have been getting on less and less. This, of course, does not apply to everybody. If this is true that in 5 years, we are all going be jobless, then why aren't all MTs going back to school now? Why wait for the inevitable?
If I want depressing information, I'll watch the nightly news. In the meantime, I am going to relish in the fact that I am able to earn a living and be there for my children when needed. If this completely dies out in a few years, so be it. I'll deal with it then.
As for which school to attend, they all seem very credible and well-accepted. I would go to whichever one seems to appeal more to your liking.
Good Luck and welcome to our world!
bad advice
then if this is the case and we are all up you-know-what creek without a paddle, then why is anybody even being encouraging at all? I took one of those fly-by-night courses because I was tired of being an admin assistant and a friend of mine was taking the course, so I signed up as well. My instructor suggested this board and I felt even more confident after reading many posts on being an MT. From the experience aspect, it seems that getting your first job is the biggest problem.
So is life. I guess your better off becoming a nurse, if you can't handle the blood, become a medical secretary and deal with the office politics while making $8 lousy bucks an hour.
If this is such a serious issue, why aren't we doing anything about it? We all know (even the newbies)that outsourcing is a serios threat. If none of us are making money in this lovely country of ours, then how are we supposed to put back into the economy that makes it what it is?
Why don't we all just sit here and whine and cry about it. That's how things get done, isn't it?
My advice
Apply everywhere, even if they say x-years of experience. Some will let you test. Take full advantage of these opportunities and do your very best. One of them will hire you and give you a chance. An alternative is to visit/call every single doctor's office, clinic and hospital in your area and inquire as to open positions. Be open to both in-house as well as work at home opportunities. Best of luck to you!
HELP, I need some advice......
I am still a student. I have 2 more classes before I get my certificate. I recently started working part-time in a doctors office doing entry level work. She wants me to start doing here transcription already. This is a fantastic opportunity for me, but I don't know what I need to get started. What type of software or equipment should I invest in. I need some advice from an experienced MT. Thank you in advance!
advice
Okay, the doctor I will be working for has a new patient sheet and office visit form that she made herself. She just goes through and checks off the ones that apply to that particular patient. She doesn't like to dictate into microcassette but she has mentioned voice recognition. It seems really simple. Almost too simple. I have all the necessary research material. I just didn't know if there was a special software I needed to buy or equipment. Thanks in advance for your advice.
I have 2 IC jobs..
I still haven't finished the course. However, I have managed to get two great IC jobs paying 9 and 10 cpl for acute care while still taking the course. I love doing acute care. I think Career Step is excellent.:o) I'm sure the other schools are excellent too, but CS is the one I chose.
jobs
Try Premier Transcription Services, Inc.
No more advice from me
I've had it. All over the internet, people keep asking about this school or that school, all less expensive than Andrews or M-Tec (or Career Step). And no matter what they are told, they insist on signing up with the school they asked about.
Then they come back to all the message boards, whining that "everybody wants 2 years of experience" and "how am I supposed to get experience when nobody will hire me."
They seem to forget that they were told all over the place that MANY employers will waive the 2-year experience requirement if they know that you went to a GOOD school that teaches you what you need to know to get a job. And that they won't even bother to test "grads" of many of the "cheaper" schools.
So why give advice, when people don't really want it? All they want is for me to say that they will do just fine going to a crappy school that shouldn't even be allowed to teach MT, just because it is CHEAPER. Occasionally someone does do okay and gets hired, but ONLY occasionally. Just like people used to be taught by their friends, neighbors, or family. Just try to apply for a job nowadays and tell them "my mother taught me." See how fast it gets you hired.
I'm just tired of people whining that they can't get a job without 2 years of experience, when they were told that was what would happen, and exactly which schools could get that requirement waived because they are excellent schools that teach you what you need to know. Of course they're more expensive! They get the job done! They earn their money. They turn out ready-to-work MTs.
If you insist on saving money with those "other" schools, go ahead. But stop whining about not being able to get a job without experience. Because that's exactly what you were TOLD would happen. If you're going to roll the dice, don't EXPECT to win just because some people get lucky.
I'm outta here.
more advice
Hi ladies I just thought of something else you could try also. Pick up you phone book and see if there are any local agencies or MTSO's that you can talk to about work. I finally got a job myself. I am excited but I won't be getting paid much for awhile. I got an internship. I am so excited and I wish you both the best of luck.
jobs
Subject: jobs
I love this board. I will use this in the future if I am stumped. I am done with school, involved in more training BUT now I need a JOB!! Does any one have a good job lead for me doing transcription? I was laid off at my waitressing job Tuesday for the winter! YIKES!
Need advice...
How do you get through the seven minute speed round portion of a test. I am having difficulty with this. By the time I am done reading the question once, have "sometimers" during the process along with "personal summers/hot flashes", the test is done before I am even completed with it.
Advice from me to you..
I have read your post and understand your desire to work from home so that you can be with your young children. This is not an easy field. I have no young children in the home, and find it frustrating at times to concentrate on all the new things you have to learn and never taught in school. My husband can be a cause of distraction just because he does not fully understand the amount of concentration required to do the job well. I can not imagine just starting out and having children around. My loyalties would be split, and ultimately my job would suffer.
Do not get me wrong, I love my job. I love learning new terminology and the challenges that being a MT presents. However, in order to do this job well, I have to pretend I am away from home (no household distractions) and always keeping in mind that I can lose this job, just like in an outside work place.
I do have a grown child who is married. I wanted to be an MT for a long time, but the requirements of my child were greater than the time I could devote to a career change, deep down I knew I could not chose between the two.
Pray… Ask that the doors you do not need to enter will be closed, and that the path you are to take will be open to you. Good luck..
jobs
No one deserves a job more than any other person simply because they are a mother. LOL
Whether or not she is a mother, if she cannot provide services when the employer wants/needs, she doesn't deserve the job.
IT IS BUSINESS!!!
jobs
Where is this job. I would be intrested. I just finished courses online and don't know where to start looking. Thank you
Jobs
Check with your school first. They should have a list of companies/services that hire their students. Also, talk to other graduates of your program and find out where they are working.
Depending on what course you completed a lot of companies will waive their experience requirements and let you test. I know that RI Unlimited lets grads from the top 3 test, but I don't know if they are hiring newbies right now.
Need some advice
In what ways is this job demanding or hard? Would someone hire me without working in an office? Would they hire me part time?
I am on disablilty, but able to be at the computer for several hours a day. I can only work up to $800 per month of I lose my social security. I need supplemental income and it seems you need specialized education to get a legit job online. I cant work an office job, I need to be able to take breaks, so being at home is crucial for me.
So, anyone know if someone would hire me for that little amount of money per month? Sounds like the school you go to is critical, but they are pricey. How to afford tuition when Im already low income?
This is a great board. Would appreciate any feedback. Dont know if going into such debt will be a mistake or not.
Jobs
I have a year of on the job training with a company who has gone downhill. Any suggestions as to a company that would hire me. I am a stay at home mom who is trying to provide for her family without having to pay the high prices for daycare. I have done radiology, mammography, and pain management.
jobs
I have done MRI/CT, and cardiology testing reports. I did not mention those because I thought that it went with doing radiology. I do thank you for your advice.
Jobs = yes
Just type in Radiology transcription or medical transcription on the internet and you will find 100's of jobs to apply for online. That's exactly what I did and it paid off. Be picky and take your time on the tests.
Jobs
Does CareerStep not have a placement program. I thought they did.
Jobs
I graduated from Career Step about 6 months ago. I have a job with Focus Infomatics. I also had an offer from MedGarde. They do hire new graduates. I hope you find a job soon!
I need advice too
After finishing school, I too am finding it difficult to find employment. Would becoming Certified help?
Need Advice
I need advice about doing MT fulltime. I have a job outside of MT World that has paid my bills for the past 2 years while I have been in M-TEC. I am now done with school, and I'm still working my job, and I have an IC job that just started. I got an offer for a fulltime position, and I am afraid of leaving the comfort of my job since I have a baby to take care of. You know how it is when you first start and being slow. Any advice?
advice from MT if anyone wants it
Hi all. I was just going over this forum, and was thinking how lucky you are to have this place. Many moons ago when I first started out in this field, there was no such place. I attended a school (physically drove there) five days a week, four hours a day, and after nine months graduated with my certificate. I applied at a few hospitals, none of which would give me the time of day without experience. There were no services back then; every transcription job was inhouse, and no-one would hire you without at least two years acute care experience. This was the small bit of information the school did not give me.
Anyway, I interviewed at a hospital (my fourth) and I was a bit desperate. I begged the Medical Records Director for the job. Offered to work for free if need be until I proved myself. Promised not to ask the same question twice and told him I would take diligent notes. He offered me the job at minimum wage, and I grabbed it. I knew the money was not much but had faith that I would learn all I had not learned in school, get those 2 years of acute care experience, and be well on my way.
Well, it all worked out great. I stayed in that transcription department at that hospital for 7 years...until they shut the doors of the transcription department and outsourced. I was offered an at-home job which was unheard of at the time, and even though I was scared to death I took it. I have been working at home since, raising my children, loving and appreciating the chance to do so.
I know that some of the starting pay is low, but I found it was worth it to take the low ball money to start if the training and experience was worth it. I started training with ER notes, then moved to discharge summaries, then H&P's, then consults, then procedures, then op notes, then pathology and finally radiology....All in six months time. I had great mentors at work and working eight hours a day really pushed me to be a success rather quick.
If I had the opportunity to thank any of those ladies who trained me at that small MT Department in Anaheim, California, I would love to. We all lost contact, but I think of them often.
Good luck to all of you here in this forum. Use this forum for positive information. Don't rely too much on what is written by someone else (including me), as everyone has a different story or opinion. Mine just happens to be a positive one.
Need some advice!!
I am an newbie, started working P/T for a company for about 7.3 cpl. The doctor is an orthopedic and very easy and I really like him. The only problem is I have little kids at home so I can only work part time. He averages about 900-1200 lines a day and it takes me about 8-10 hours to get these done. I have been contemplating looking elsewhere for P/t work but am scared of geting an ESL doctor which I don't have much experience with. Are these line expectations full time work? Can I expect to at least cut my time to at least 6 hr or less? I have only been working for about 5 weeks.
Advice please....
I got a job offer with Focus Infomatics and am sort of on the fence about going with them based on all the things I've read about that company. The pay offer was 4/8 for days and 5/10 for nights. I also got an offer with another company that I've worked with before for strickly 4/8. The latter would be primarily VR with some standard mixed in. I have no idea what to expect of Focus. No real benefits with Focus, a few with the other company.
I'm leaning toward the latter company (American owned) than Focus (think Indian owned). Does anyone think the one cent difference with Focus might outweigh the other company by pay? Does anyone know enough about Focus to make that company a really good option? I'm looking for a company to work with for a long time.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Advice
There is no one fixed "rule" for how to do these things. If you see variations in styles, it's just that there are . . . variations in styles. I understand your frustration, though, so I'll try to shed some light on the things you asked about.
Some H&Ps need headings, but a very few do not. It depends on how they're dictated. Usually, though, headings are helpful to the reader. They provide good signposts to help other providers to recognize and pick out parts of the report that they may be interested in reading. They're particularly helpful for coders, who are able to scan for what they need and home in on it using the headings. You may have noticed that physicians don't always dictate material in the same order, so those headings really do help the reader.
Hospitals often have a standard format for their H&Ps, and they almost always use headings. The MT will arrange the dictated material in the appropriate place, adding headings as necessary. They may even have to change the wording of the headings the physician dictates.
Usually, if a physician dictates some of the headings, but not all, you do fill in the ones that are missing. The headings you add have to be correct and consistent.
There are two styles for the physical exam itself. One has it all in one paragraph, while some facilities and providers prefer it broken up into separate "lines" by body system.
I'm not sure what you're asking about the blood work. Diagnostic testing is not a part of the physical examination that the provider performed, so it would be in a separate paragraph. It often comes after the PE. (There is a style of H&P which has the history portion separate from the physical exam portion, in which case the lab is on the part with the physical exam, but it's not part of the physical exam per se.)
Me too, But where are these jobs?
I worked as a nurse in psych, dementia and behavioral health before becoming MT. I would love to find this type transcription work. I haven't found this kind of MT work yet, and I've been looking too.
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