Difficulty finding work despite decent grades from Andrews

Angela,

I am a recent grad of Andrews--one of the top two schools recommended--and I graduated with a grade average of 97.9.

Contrary to popular opinion, Andrews' grads do not have several job offerings available to them as soon as they finish up school. The graduate is basically on her/his own as far as scrounging up a job. Having Andrews on my resume only allows me to test for a few MTSOs that would not have even given me an e-mail response. It is not an automatic door-opener at all.

I am having a difficult time finding employment because there are only so many entry-level positions available for new grads. There appears to be a glut of newbies. The economic decline is not helping either.

I have passed every single acute care transcription test where I was allowed to test, and I am on many "waiting" lists for future openings. I am really lucky that I am disabled and at least have some money coming in that pays the mortgage. I can wait for an opening, and I don't have to sign on with those MTSO that preys on newbies who can't find jobs.

If folks from the top schools are having difficulty finding employment, just imagine how much more difficult it is for someone that has only completed a low-quality matchbook-type MT education.

I wouldn't waste any money on the Penn folks.

Kathleen

• pennfoster - Angela
  • Difficulty finding work despite decent grades from Andrews - Kathleen
    • Did you talk to Andrews about that? - sm
    • There's never a guarantee! - SM
    • It has gotten worse - LK
  • Depends on if you want a job or not. - SM
    • No, the school stinks in my opinion - sm -

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I just recently completed all of my course work for my AAS in Medical Transcription, graduation isn't until May, and I am having a really hard time finding entry level work.  I was just wondering if anyone had any tips that they found to be successful.  I have posted my resume on a few sites, I have been submitting resumes to every company I can, I have even been able to apply to quite a few, but still I keep being told that I do not have the experience required and to keep looking for a company with an internship/mentoring program, and I can not find any that I do not have to pay for myself.

I do understand that patience is needed, especially when first starting out, I was just hoping for a little direction and a little venting.

Thanks--Christina

I am brand new to the MT world. I'm considering taking training and an internship at a local company (my cost = $2,000) and then working as a contractor for them. From reading different questions and responses here, I'm concerned that the pay is pretty low and has not increased much in the past few years. My other concern is that more companies are outsourcing their work overseas because it's cheaper. How much of that is happening and how much is that hurting pay here?

I'd appreciate any information and opinions. I have to decide by Monday, January 8. Now I'm thinking that I should just find another career path and take classes at a community college. I worked in another career and made excellent money, but the stress and long hours were just too much. I was looking for something less stressful and the chance to work at home. THANKS!!!

Alicia,

I completely understand what you are saying.  You said NOTHING about pay and just want a job.  Just ignore the nasty attitudes.  People like that obviously have nothing better to do than to get their BP pumped over petty things.  As for your question, I found out through my own experience when looking that sometimes even if they say 1-2 years experience, some will still allow you to test.  Quite a few companies were willing to test me even though they stated they wanted experience.  I say apply to everybody that requires 2 years or less.  Worst that can happen is they say no. 

Here's a tidbit on the ladies who have a hard time keeping the peace, next time you go "off" on somebody, you may want to stop and think about it.  She could be the neighbor that made sure you had a few hot meals after the loss of a loved one.  You can easily say what needs to be said without being catty, leave that to the tweens!

God bless and Happy Holidays! 

I graduated from Career Step in Dec 2004 and worked part-time for Medquist from February to November 2005.  I haven’t worked in MT since then but would like to find a part-time job for weekends and/or evenings.  Do you think any companies would consider hiring someone who isn’t presently working in MT?  If you know of companies that hire based on passing their test I’d appreciate it if you could tell me the names or websites.  Thanks. 

Before I started school I had a friend in the field. I really knew nothing about what she did and she gave me no promises of helping me when I was done with school. However, when I was just about done she suggested I come to her home and do a few of her reports for practice. I was really nervous. I did a few, she said I did well and I didn't hear much from there. Well, a month or two later when I told her I was actively looking for work now (I had had an interview somewhere else) she suggested I talk to her boss. Her boss had no one to train me so she offered. I really could not believe my good luck! It has been a wonderful experience. She helped me with all my software etc. Talking to everyone is the only way to get ahead. Besides her I had 3 interviews just with people in our area that I talked with. I am a very outgoing chatty person and I think this helped. I so appreciate the time and effort my friend gave me (she made money too). I has been really hard at times, but definitely worth it!

H.  Just keep trying.  You will eventually find something.  Are you only willing to work from home, or is outside the home an option?

As far as from the home, there are several companies who may give you a chance if you pass their test.  Some of the criteria for some of them may say "3 years + acute experience" or something like that, and that may be so.  However, some at-home jobs may say that on their criteria but may still give you a chance.  Just keep sending in your resumes and testing with reputable sites.  It may take a while -- maybe even a few months -- but you will eventually find something.  Good luck!!  :)

Hi everyone, my name is Angela and I received my certificate for MT about 2 years ago and still have not had any luck. If anyone has suggestions on good companys that hire entry level candidates I would greatly appreciate it. I am open to any suggestions.

Thanks,

Angela Rowland

Is M-Tec every bit as good as Andrews as far as:

1.  Preparing a person to enter the MT field

and

2.  Almost guaranteeing a job for a student upon graduation. (Realizing, of course, that this depends on the individual.)  But all else equal, does graduating from M-Tec virtually guarantee that many companies will waive the normal 2-year experience requirement and allow a new graduate to test?

Thanks