There were two jobs on the Job Seeker's board
Posted By: Good luck! on 2005-12-12
In Reply to: Newbie needs advice - Lisa
over the weekend that were looking for typists and general transcriptionists. Try one of them as a starting point. I don't know anything about either of those companies, but I started out doing general transcription while I was still in school. I worked for emediamillworks/FDCH, an insurance company and a small MTSO in New England doing work comp reports until I got hired to work at home by our local hospital.
Just proceed with caution. Don't go buying a bunch of equipment or paying anybody for a job. I wouldn't invest in anything except MS Word and a footpedal (can be bought on Ebay). You can download Express Scribe for free to play the sound files on your computer with the footpedal.
http://www.nch.com.au/scribe/
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look at Job Seeker's board for ads
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Look at the job seeker's board..apply everywhere
Regardless of what it says for experience, request to test for them. If you are good and pass the test, you may be given an opportunity. This is what I did 4 years ago. I got the job as an IC, and then not too longer after added another, and then another. I just kept replying to job ads and requesting to test. I passed the tests and was offered the jobs. Most of the time, I wasn't even asked about my experience. The proof is in the pudding. If you can do good work, are reliable, and are flexible in when you're willing to work, you can find something. You just need to get out there and start replying to ads.
Check out the Job Seeker's board here.
I saw a couple of ads that mentioned newbies could apply.
look at the Job Seeker's board and post your
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Check job seeker's board
There was a post last week for psychiatry account.
Job advertisements are listed on the Job Seeker's board. (SM)
The ads are usually very descriptive of whether it is an IC or employee position. Sometimes they refer the viewer to their website for more information. You should start there.
I doubt seriously you could just do a Google search for these types of positions in general. This is why we have a Job Seeker's board for companies and hospitals and clinics, etc., to advertise their positions.
As far as other websites for finding jobs, that would be a competitive website and we do not allow discussion or referencing of competitive websites on MTStars.
If I can help you any further, please do not hesitate to e-mail me. I'm happy to help you if I can.
Goldbird
Saw a job on the Job Seeker's Board that was an internship, no experience needed
it's farther down towards the bottom
Read the job seeker's board, post your resume. nm
don't apply for any jobs on this board either Shae, you don't know who THEY are either -
I'm all for being cautious but I guess if you can't send your resume to one poster here, you can't send it to another. I mean, ANYBODY can post on the boards...including Job Seeker's Board. 
I need job seeker advice *sm*
I failed the MQ test and am losing hope when it comes to getting on with a national company. I have heard that newbies have better chances of finding a position with a local business or clinic. So, I'm wondering what the best way is to contact local businesses. Should I go door to door, call, send a resume and card? Any other ideas? 
Still plentiful jobs in MT if you want to do it in-house. Lots of jobs
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Read ALL the posts on this board & the Company board and you'll
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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.
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.
MT Jobs
Try Spheris.
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.
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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!!!
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
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.
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Try Premier Transcription Services, Inc.
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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!
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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!!!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Does CareerStep not have a placement program. I thought they did.
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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!
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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Seems to me if you have extensive experience you should be able to find a job.
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I am a "newbie" just having finished my medical transcription course. can anyone point me in the direction of companies that will hire a rookie who wants to work from home?
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 How many of you have finished school (pls state which one) and started working soon after? Need to know!
GO WITH USA JOBS!
The companies who hire only USA workers proudly post that on their websites. Support them. Help them grow. They do not hire someone to do 4 hours a day and call it full time. They can not afford to waste valued MT time because we are all they have. The reason you do not have enough work is because the companies are doing ALOT more outsourcing since January 1. That is not going to stop. Competition is fierce. Older MTs are getting put out of their jobs due to outsourcing and EMR. Land yourself a job with a U.S. company and even if they lose your account because the client wants to outsource, they will do everything they can to keep you and provide you with other work as their companies grow.
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Hello everyone, my name is Renee, and I am new to this board.. I have finished a school online and I have 1 years experience, and I am having alot of difficulty finding a job with hardly no experience... Can anyone suggest any companies that give entry level or a years experience a try...Thanks in advance!!!!
Jobs
Hello everyone, my name is Renee, and I am new to this board.. I have finished a school online and I have 1 years experience, and I am having alot of difficulty finding a job with hardly no experience... Can anyone suggest any companies that give entry level or a years experience a try...Thanks in advance!!!!
Want to change jobs
I'm currently a CVT in AZ and while I enjoy working with the animals and the medical aspect of it. It has started to physicaly get harder on me. I am looking at schools for MT and want honest opinions which schools to avoid and which are good. Do they need to be accredited? and with who. I currently have an appointment with Techskills. Thanks in advance for all replies
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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!
Where are all of the MT jobs I heard about?
I completed my MT training in September, and have not been able to find a job. EVERYONE tells me the same thing - they need someone with experience! As part of my training, I typed so many reports for all different specialties - isn't that experience? Any ideas where graduate students can go to get a hospital, clinic, doctor, nursing home or MT service to give me a chance? I am willing to take any typing or dictation test. I got into this field because I thought there was a demand for the work. Could have fooled me...
Newbie Jobs
I graduated from At-Home Professions April 2004 and started working immediately for a company called MediVoxx (then it was called Continuum Technologies). I still work for them and I also do side work for another doc. Hang in there and keep looking!
I do MT placement and I have more jobs for MTs than ever before
I'm beginning to wonder if there might be a large segment of MTs on this board right now who are not in the top group as far as performance and education. I'm shocked to see what some of you are claiming that you are making. I haven't seen income that low in any of the people I've been placing.
but why do they have so much trouble getting jobs?
I know half a dozen community colleges that don't teach medical transcription anymore because none of their graduates could get jobs. Why is that?
Testing for jobs
I know exactly what you are going through. Even after being an MT for almost 3 years give or take a few months, it can still be hard to get a foot in the door. Keep checking this site for openings and call around to the hospitals and clinics to see what service the use. Each time you test, you are getting a tad more experience in your belt...
Good Luck and keep trying!!!
Jobs are going overseas anyway -
wonder how they're trained. It's a bunch of garbage that you need all this "schooling." Look at the schooling these doctors have - any they still can't talk! - Mumbling, slurring, etc. Required schooling for becoming an MT is over rated.
Not many coding jobs
nm
That's ridiculous. There will always be MT jobs.
People have been saying for at least 25 years that MT is disappearing.
If you think about it, how on earth could EVERY SINGLE hospital, EVERY SINGLE doctor's office, EVERY SINGLE MTSO give their work to offshore companies?
It is mindboggling that you would even think that was possible. Do you have any idea how many hospitals, doctors, MTSOs there are in the US?
Thhis "the sky is falling" attitude is just so ridiculous.
Some jobs are only 20 hrs a week, but you will need
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Newbies looking for jobs!
Regarding the recent posts from those looking for a job - I cannot stress enough that you should really consider looking in your local newspaper for an in-office job to start with. Sometimes you can find a job as a "medical secretary" that combines transcription work with filing, answering phones, etc. If you have gone through a program such as At Home Professionals, a lot of the national transcription companies will not even consider you. It is simply not realistic for you to think you can obtain employment working at home with no experience during these times. The jobs that are available are being offered to those experienced MTs from companies such as Medquist or OSI. The important thing right now is for you to get your foot in the door. I am telling you what worked for me when I first started out. If there are no jobs listed in your local paper, start calling some local physician offices and hospitals just to check things out.
That being said, I wish you all the best. Be persistent and willing to take a job that might not be your dream job at first, since you so badly need some experience. Good luck to all new graduates!
JOBS FOR NEWBIES
Ask them all if they have a mentoring program. I know Focus Infomatics in Massachusetts is a good one. At the last local AAMT meeting there was talk of mentoring programs being started by the association to address this famous "Catch-22" problem we have.
And why didn't your instructor coach you in jobhunting? I've been adding that to my curriculum for years.
Rosie in Maine
Transcription Jobs
seeking a transcription job i can do from home. don't have the medical, just general. anybody know where i should begin?
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