Internship Program at this site

Below is a link to an Internship program for MT's

• Some Advice for Newbies - Denise Thompson
  • Internships - Rose
    • Internship Program at this site - Stephen B.
      • I'd stay away as they charge you to test, a big - what I know
        • Education and Internship at a Medical Transcription Company - amelia
    • There are companies that offer - what I know
      • Thank you - Rose
        • Career Step - MKJ

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Has anyone completed the internship program offered by Allstate Transcription? Did you receive a job offer?  Is it worth the money?

http://www.mtjobs.com/

That's how I found my first at home MT job.  Of course, I came with years of hospital and doctors office experience.  I started with one company then moved to another with higher pay. 

Also, do a Google search, just type in "medical transcription jobs". 

You may want to try Medquist - www.medquist.com.  I'm not sure if they're hiring folks with no experience but from some of the word help questions I've seen, I get the impression they might be.  If they hire you, it would be at tier I, which is just clinic notes.and around 7 CPL. 

Don't give up!  You went through the training.  Also, consider sending resumes to doctors' offices.  That's the easiest transcription to do - I've always had the charts with me when I've done their transcription so if there's something you're not sure about, you can go thru the chart.  Say you're willing to cover their MT's vacation.  It will get your foot in the door.

Good luck to you!

There are 3 schools listed here and it shows their prices and their web addies and stuff like that.

The best schools I know of are M-Tec and Andrews.  You get what you pay for.  Their grads never have problems finding employment after graduation.  Best of luck. 

Most companies will not let you use your "school" time as experience. 

I am no expert on the hiring processes, but new MTs need more attention which costs the company more money to pay QA.  It is sad, but all new MTs get lumped together it seems.

What suggestions does the school have for you at ths point?  Unfortunately, if you did not attend Career Step, M-Tec, or Andrews, you may have to work harder to find that first break in this field. 

MT is not what it used to be.  You'd have been better off to become a biller/coder and find a job at home.

I felt compelled to reply on this subject.  I am not an MT, but I am studying to become one.  I have to agree that if a "newbie" asks for assistance (i.e. an internship), they need to take it seriously and reply to your offer with a level of professionalism.  I also agree that not all newcomers to this field are entering it because of the expected financial gain or the notion that it is an easy job for a stay at home mother/father.  It is my hope that I can find an experienced MT to offer their help so I can gain the needed experience.

Did not have to pay anything and I am still working for them on paid status.  They are legit and they work with you to make you a better MT.  They are legit.

I emailed you about a week ago in response to the post regarding the internship experience. Since I didn't hear a response in return, I am wondering if you got my email. I am currently completing my MT training through Allied (I know, NOT the best school, but it's too late to switch now!) If you will, please email me and let me know if you are interested in setting up for an interview OR if the position has already been filled. Thank you so much and you may email me at ***** I look forward to hearing from you! Just a note-I also hold a Master's Degree in Special Education (although not related to MT work but I thought it would give you some insight as to past work experience)

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Well:  I certainly would reply to you.  I am a recent grad of a 1-yr, 900-hr, CMT- taught course in need of an internship or a job and beginning to despair of finding anyone who will give me a chance.  I have an A average, medical background, and a college degree and the school cannot even find 1 business to take me for my "guaranteed" 80-hour externship.  I have begun posting my own resumes and applying, so far with no replies.  I am scheduled to take the RMT on April 15; perhaps that will help.  I have not been looking too long, so I haven't given up hope yet.  The woman that didn't answer you is a fool. 

Speaking for myself....it's always nice to have another MT to bounce things off of when I'm stuck on something.  I can't say enough positive things about this site.  It's amazing at all the helpful people on here willing to help someone else.

Can any of you that have been at this for a long period of time answer me this question?  When you first started out...did you feel overwhelmed?  How long does it take a person to really see if this is something they'll be good at?  I find myself getting headaches really easy and only after a few hours of typing.  I feel fatigued.  Is it normal to feel this way in the beginning and what suggestions do you have to help?  When do you feel that things are finally settling down and you start to move along at a normal pace? I'll give it a few months I guess...I'd think at that point I would have a pretty good idea if this is something I'm going to be productive at or not.

Sorry for all the questions.....I guess I am feeling uneasy and was hoping for some reassurance or words of wisdom from none other than another MT.