Trouble finding Entry Level work

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

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Hi everyone,

  I am in the process of completing my medical transcription education and would like to know if anyone knows of any companies that are hiring entry level medical Transcriptionist at this time. I really need to find employment immediately so if anyone has any information I would really appreciate it.

Thanks

Glenn

Hello Everyone,

Can anyone tell me how I can an Entry Level MT job.  I have a AA degree in MT but have never been able to find an entry level position to utilize my degree.  Please tell me what all of you did in order to get into this field.  I can't ever find a job that without that 1yr exp.

Thank you for your help.

Hello Everyone,

I received my AA in MT and I have never been able to find a job in this field, every position I have come across says you must have atleast 1yr exp.  How did everyone get past that to find a job?  Please help me I would like to utilize my degree.

Thanks for you help.

Do you want to work from home?  If you can't find anything locally, try doing an internet search for some of the national MT companies.  You can always test with them and if you pass their test, you will have no problem getting a job.

If your education was not adequate, you can always try M-Tec or Andrews.  They have excellent placement rates for their graduates.

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

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

with finding places that have psych transcription.  My plan was to start with psych and transition back into medical as you stated, but my goodness I just cannot find psych work. 

Thanks guys for the encouragement.  I will keep trying, as I love transcription, if it is psych or medical.

Hi all!  This is my first post. I graduated from CareerStep in late August and have now applied to probably 20 national companies. Some have contacted me immediately to say that they do not hire entry levels, some I have heard nothing. I am in the midst of a divorce and REALLY need to be income producing!  (I have two little girls at home and home school them, as well). 

Any suggestions for companies or other resources that will give a new girl a shot?

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!!  :)