Just wondering, since you lied on resume, did you also cheat on test? nm

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was saying it is 2 hours of dictation (120 minutes a day).  That's a lot for a newbie (even for this "oldbie" at times).  It does sound interesting, though.

JM

What about old MT's who have not worked in years, but still have a good basic knowledge of the MT field?  Do we count as newbies? 

Even though we have tried to stay abreast of the terminology and have done some transcription (approx. 9-1/2 years doing general, legal and some medical), do we need to take a full-fledge course such as Career Step, Andrews or M-Tec?

Is there a MTSO out there that would be interested in mentoring someone in this situation if after completion of the mentorship would be interested in signing a contract to work for a stated period of time for that MTSO?

Thanks for any response.

Hello,

Have anyone heard of Proficient Transcription?  There is a $99.00 fee.  The fee is because of shared programs. 

as you go along and create your own since you will know what they are.  I didn't know if there was a 'general' list that was out there in the web world. LOL.

Thanks for your help.

I handle resumes and applications (via email) for a national company.  I would like to give some resume and application tips as I am amazed every single day at what gets sent to me with the expectation that the applicant be considered for a professional, paying position. 

Please consider the following:

-- Please do yourself a huge professional favor:  Make sure your email address is professional.  It is far better to have an email address "janedoe334@hotmxxxx" than to have "funkydoglover6@xxxx" or "thejoneses@xxx".  Your first and last name (even if it has to be followed by numerics) would be best and if you need numerics why not add your zip code?  Please.  You will sound responsible, mature, and serious about your professional identity.

-- Please make sure your resume is an attachment.  It is best not to embed a resume unless the application or employer specifically asks you to.  Most embedded resumes sent in emails come with all the code and I simply will not wade through it all to see if there is something there to consider. 

-- When you write your resume, make sure your contact information is at the top, including an address, your phone number(s) and email address.  (I suggest you print off your resume and have someone else proof it for errors, inconsistencies, formatting issues, etc.)

-- Name your resume appropriately.  Please don't attach it simply called Resume.  It would be best to name it with your first and last name and the word Resume in caes it gets separated from your email or, better yet, if it is saved to a file without the email!!  (Example:  JaneDoeResume)

-- Please, oh please, state in the subject line what position you are applying for.  Who is interested in an applicant who cannot even take the time to state what position they are applying for?  Not me!  I doubt many are. 

-- Please send one email with resume for each position you apply for.  If you apply for three positions, I can only electronically file your email/resume in one position folder and you may be overlooked when collecting folders. 

-- Please make some type of statement in the email and don't just send a blank email with the resume attached.  Just a simple, "Please consider my attached resume in application for XXXX position" is just fine.  A summary or synopsis of your qualifications or your life's history really is not necessary in the email because we are going to study your resume for that information.  A brief cover letter-type email is fine but it should read within the single window pane without scrolling. 

-- Last, but not least, please read over your email for errors (should go without saying, I know) and remember to attach your resume!  It is so much more difficult to keep up with multiple emails because the resume was left off, then you want to add another piece of information, etc.  Do not be in such a hurry that your application email shows it.  As well, if you are applying for several positions and you are doing a copy/paste of the email content, make sure you change any job position titles within the email appropriately. 

I really hope you will find this information useful -- I know for all the individuals who handle this information on the incoming will certainly make note of an outstanding resume/email application and sometimes that extra, "Hey, this applicant has done a great job in presenting herself thus far" can go a long way!

Corporate Anonymous

do not post openings for whatever reason, but they will hire from the resumes posted.  It isn't a guarantee, but gives you more exposure and the chance to perhaps get a job.  I agree with the other poster to try for an in-house position.  When I first started out 20 years ago I never heard of an at-home MT, we pretty much all worked in an office or in a facility.   Many times medical offices hire someone to work in medical records and there may be several facets to their job, one of which is transcribing and might be something you want to consider. 

If any company offers you a position but want you to buy equipment/software up front be very cautious.   Come here to see if anyone has heard of the company, as there are companies preying on newbie MTs.  If a company offers you a position at a radiculously low rate also proceed with caution and come here and ask about them. 

job boards.  There are companies that will hire from the resumes and don't post openings.  Unless you went to one of the better schools you probably don't stand much of a chance of getting an at home position.  Even if you did go to one of the better schools it may be difficult to find an at home position.   There are companies that will hire newbies and pay them almost nothing, there are companies that offer mentoring programs that may or may not pay you anything and some may even cost you.  There are companies that may offer you a position and then say you have to buy equipment/software from them first.  These are probably not legitimate companies and you need to stay away from them.  

Most companies want 2 years of experience, though there are exceptions.  Your best bet would be to look through your local classifieds and see if you can find a position in a physician's office or a hospital.  

don't advertise, but they will hire from resumes.  You have to be careful though as there are some companies who will try to take advantage of newbies.

Your MIL will have a much harder time finding a position than someone who took a course through a company that is known to have a good program.   Programs like the one she took are pretty much a waste of money and many end up paying more $$ to get into a better program or going through a mentoring program. 

Not sure what to put for my line pay in the resume section.  Anyone got any suggestions?

LOL, gotcha!

Trust me, I know it's discouraging. Don't give up though.  I am still going to school but I got lucky enough to find some MTSOs to do overflow work for.  Granted I am lucky if I get to work three days a week but it is giving me a little experience and keeping my skills fresh.  I am now working for a national that ran an ad wanting 3 yrs experience.  I took a chance and now I am working with only a couple of months under my belt.

Good luck.