New graduate looking for employment.

Hi,

I am a new graduate that is having a difficult time finding companies that are hiring new MTs.  I have put in numerous resumes with "not enough experience" replies.  Does anyone have suggestions on companies that are willing to give new MTs a chance.

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This is my first post.  I not only am a recent graduate, but also live where I do not have cable or DSL available.  Does anyone have any suggestions of companies that I could contact that do not require this?  I have satellite available.  Thanks for any suggestions.

I am a recent grad. I graduated with a GPA of an A.

Is there any company that hires new grads?

So far, I have not found any.

Thank you.

Previous post said, if you test for a national and fail they make you wait 6 months before testing again.

Which national companies offer employment based on pre-employment testing results? ???

One reason I wanted to get into MT is that you get paid for exactly what and how much you DO and I hoped that my skills would speak for themselves when I tested for a position. But if every company wants to know what school you graduated from and how many years of experience you have, then I might as well have a liberal arts degree.

For those of us new, all this "3 years", "5 years" experience stuff is going to leave us dead in the water if we don't get an in somewhere.

Thanks for any reply.

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!!  :)

Hello everyone.  I am a newbie.  Not long ago I posted about having three job opportunities and how happy and fortunate I felt.  I turned one down because the pay was excrutiatingly low--even for a newbie!  The other was occasional part-time work for a day or two every month or so.  I accepted that.  Then I accepted a part-time IC position, which is what I really wanted.

Everything seemed fine--I was so happy.  I took three different tests with this company (which I passed with high marks), an online interview, and a telephone interview.  I went through two training sessions on the company software.  And I signed all my contracts.  Now....I have heard NOTHING from them.  No letter.  No introduction to my editor.  No acknowledgement whatsoever.  I've emailed them assuring my eagerness to work with them.  But I've gotten silence.  It has only been a few days, but still, doesn't it seem strange?  In any other job I've had (all non-MT related), when I was hired, it was definite.

What should I do?  Should I email them again?  Should I send a letter via snail mail?  Should I call?  I hesitate to do that because it's a fairly large company and I don't even know if the receptionist will know who I am, since I never actually started working for the company!

I can't tell you how excited I was about this.  I felt like I really "hit it off" with the company, if you know what I mean.  I've begun testing for other companies again, just in case.  I feel badly about it.  If I get another offer before I hear from them (IF I hear from them), I'll most likely take it.

From reading this board, I've heard about "overhiring."  Do you think I'm a victim of that?  Folks, what would you do in my position?  Thanks ever so much for any help anyone can give me!

Hi all,

My name is Jenn.  I'm new to this message board.  I just completed an MT course (awaiting the results of my final which I'm confident I did well on).  I have a 97% GPA.  I'm looking to get my foot in the door in a PT position.  I have a two-year-old daughter, so I chose this profession to stay home with her and to have flexibility when she gets into school.  Although working for a service and an individual doctor both have their ups and downs, I'm leaning toward working for a service for the flexibility aspect of it.  I know I will likely make less money this way.  I am not coming into this with the mindset that I'm going to make $25/hr or anything, just want to make a decent wage while staying home with my daughter.  Thanks in advance for your response!

Jenn

Hi!  I graduated from AHP last July.  I found a job before graduating.  In my opnion, I feel getting a job depends 50% on the course and 50% on the individual.  I have been working for 1 year now and at times had 2 jobs at once.  I had a hard time getting people to let me test, and I believe that is where the challenge is if you take the AHP course.  When companies sees an Andrews or M-Tech graduate they won't hesitate to let them test.  Good luck!  If you need any help just let me know!   

Hello All,

 I am a newly graduate from a Technical College in Little Rock, AR. I am seeking part-time employment from an online company that provides the equipment necessary. I am also willing to take a pay decrease or even volunteer work for the experience in exchange. Does anyone know of a company whom I may contact? Serious replies or employers only please.

and the course only seems to have a bad rep on these boards.  Everytime I have ever posted about them, it has been pulled. The moderate has denied this, but it's true.  I don't know why it is looked down upon, except that it isn't one of the "big 3".  It is a reasonably-priced, in-depth course and I learned a lot and was contacted the day after I graduated by a national company to test.  I am still working for them. 

Hi Everyone.

I just completed a Medical Transcription and Billing course, and I was wondering how to get a job when everyone wants 3+ years experience.  Does anyone have a company they can suggest to me that works with recent graduates???

Thanks so much for your help!!

Hello,

I am a new MT graduate and having a hard time trying to find work because of lack of experience.  Does any one have any tips or suggestions to help me out?

I have just recently graduated from MT school. I am getting discouraged about finding a job in this highly competive field. Does anyone know of any companies hiring new MT's out of school?

Yes, there is a syllabus that you follow at your own pace.  There are scheduled online classes, but you do not have to attend them live.  I learned many things that have helped me on the job from these classes by reading the class notes (transcript of the class) at my own convenience.  In fact, I have gone back since I graduated from time to time to review classes that interest me. 

I have one question though...as a newly graduated MT, where are the best places to look for work? the only major transcription experience i have is through the 10 week internship that was required of the program that I am enrolled in. Any suggestions or advice would be helpful. Dani from Greensboro, NC

Hello,

Im a new graduate still looking for work!! Please if anyone know of a company that is hiring please let me know A.S.A.P. I would really apprecitate it.

Thanks,

Sonnett

Hi Trina

I sent you a private message, but would be happy to talk with you further about looking for placement. I see that you have been employed since graduation, but I think what I am hearing is that you are not happy with your choice of companies and would like to make some changes? If you would email me, we can talk more about some options. M-Tec graduates have support for a lifetime, so don't forget to check the COC and graduate forums for some additional assistance.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Susan