You create and submit a resume and see who offers
Posted By: to let you test. Good luck! nm on 2007-10-30
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You just have to create
your own expansions for the words in an Expander program like ShortHand or Auto Correct. I use ESP, which is built into the Dictaphone platform I use for my job. I use the ABCZ method. For example: if I want to create an expansion for the drug Coumadin, I enter Coumadin in my expander, spelled and capitalized correctly, but put coun as the abbreviation. So, when transcribing a document, if the dictator says Coumadin, I just type coun and it automatically types out Coumadin for me. You can do this for everything. It's a major time saver. The trick is to remember the abbreviations you have made. :-)
i use my own formula, create as i need,
(though i understand there are how-to books on the subject). For example, for meds, i use the consonants: prednisone would be prd, prednisolone would be prdn. I try to keep it to 3 letters when possible. For phrases, i use 2 letters from first word, and 1st letter for next word or two: in satisfactory condition, would be ins. and for paragraphs or whole procedures, i start with an x, ie, xepi is the epidural procedure report.
you have to be careful that your abbrev is not the same as a standard abbreviation, and proof as you go, making sure you didn't accidently hit something unintentionally.
if you do like myself, you'll want to wait until you are getting familiar with your regular dictation and then start building your expanders.
You can create your own in Word with Auto Correct.
nm
Why did you decline two offers??
Job offers...I am happy....! sm
Well, ladies (and gentlemen), I graduated from my school with High Honors at the very end of February. I have been looking for a job for just over two weeks. I have no medical transcription experience, but I do have about 10 years of legal transcription experience.
So far, I have been offered three jobs! It is a wonderful feeling to know that you are wanted! Granted, one of the positions is paying terribly (although they seem very nice, and that's important too). The other is a sporadic assignment (not medically related). The lady in question will call me every couple of months or so with different interviews to transcribe. This will be nice as an added "extra" now and then, and I have already accepted her offer. The third position is paying fair money, and they seem like a dream company--just what I am looking for! I wanted part-time IC work (20 hours a week), all work conducted through the internet, the ability to use my own equipment and software, steady accounts, and decent pay. I will probably go with this company!
I have told the two employers offering steady IC work that I would like a week or so to think about it, and they agreed. I just want to make sure that I think everything through. This way, when I accept a job, I'll know for sure that it's the company I really want to go with, and I will be the best MT I can with no regrets.
I have worked very hard for this. I took many grueling tests, which I passed with very high marks. I have written scores of letters and made dozens and dozens of phone calls. I have plugged away at it religiously, and my dedication has really paid off.
To anyone out there looking for a job: Be professional, keep your chin up, and try your best everyday--and you will succeed!
The Community College I went to offers
a CMT exam after completing the program. It costs $150.00. I'm not sure of all the details though. I'm considering taking it, but haven't made up my mind yet.
She makes some very good points and offers
very useful advice. Newbies would do well to pay attention. There are plenty of professional MTs, experienced and freshly minted, who will be able to understand and follow her instructions, so I doubt she'll be spending much time on her own. She has every right to expect applicants to be able to understand and follow instructions.
Does anyone know how much actual dictation Gatlin offers? (sm)
It appears to be only a very small amount.
Anyone know for sure?
I started at 7cpl 2 years ago and had other offers for
7 cpl also from other companies. One company, Spheris, only offered me 5.5 cpl and I turned them down. Again, I graduated 2 years ago when I was seeing more people offered at least 7 cpl. Now, everyone from CS seems happy to work for 5 cpl. Go figure.
Employers = Verifiable companies with job offers, often well-known nationals
What we're looking for is a source for helpful information that results in good decisions. Ask the employers means, ask employers who give their names, the names of their companies, and are job providers. That information has to be verifiable in order to be useful. No offense personally. Information is just not helpful unless it comes from an identifiable source and can be verified as being authentic and reputable.
I agree! I had 5 job offers before I even graduated! Just make sure you test well... nm
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I happened upon a company that offers paid internships
The company is in California. If you go to their website and click on the tab entitled "Join our Team," you'll find more info.
I'm not affiliated with the company and know nothing about them, just happened upon it while job searching for myself and though new MTs or graduates might be interested.
resume
I agree. I have posted my resume, and after sending out dozens of resumes to specific companies, someone from a MT site contacted me. Good starting pay and good folks. Good luck!
My Resume
Under my EDUCATION heading, I simply wrote 'Medical Transcription Student' and listed the time I went to school under that. For example August, 2007 - January, 2008. I simply did not state the name of the school I went to. (I figured if they read my resume and were genuinely concerned, they would ask me.) Then the next paragraph I listed all the types of reports I have done. ( for example - I have practice transcribing Clinic Notes, Operative Reports, etc.- I listed them all) Next paragraph listed all the specialities I have practice doing. (for example - I have practice transribing reports for Dermatology, Cardiology, etc.) Last paragraph stated that I have 9 months experience in transcribing reports. I DID NOT list this experience under work experience. It is clearly listed under education.
Do What I Did- Pad Your Resume
And by "pad," I mean... make it all up. Give yourself 2 years, or 3, or 4 of experience.
It got my foot in the door a year ago, making great money now.
Just have to be confident that you know what you're doing.
And, if you're not- then maybe CareerStep is the way to go.
Resume
What I did when I started looking for at-home jobs (before I started MT school) was created a "web" resume. All it had on it were my name and my email address. I created an email address specifically for that so that it wouldn't clash with my personal email.
I haven't been to the job board here yet, so someone correct me if I am wrong. I don't see how just having your name and email address would be a problem. I'm teaching my son (who is 15) that on job applications where a SS# is requested, to just put in "available upon hire." My opinion is that for telecommuting work, your location should also be "available upon hire/contract."
post your resume
when you are ready. Some companies do hire newbies even if they do not post.
try posting your resume here and
check out the job seeker's board.
post resume
there should be a link at the home page of this site.
You have to REALLY rake that resume over!
Include relevant work experience. Make sure you put down the technology you used while learning, i.e., wav pedal, accessing digital mp3/dss files. You can also list your reference library. If you have a letter from your school (you should get one on graduation) extolling your virtues, include that if you can.
Always paste your resume in plain text in your email to a company. Yes, I know that ruins your format, but companies don't mind that--they expect it. And most of them won't open up an attachment. Unless they specifically ask for an attachment, paste everything in your email or in the applicable space on their web site.
And, yes, always be courteous and kind and say thank you. Just because they haven't hired you today doesn't mean that can't in the future.
re: posting resume
Yes! I posted on Careerbuilder and Monster.com, and also applied for anything and everything on all the different MT job sites, mtstars is one, mtbot, mtjobs, etc...
is it ok to send out resume or best to drop off one?nm
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The only way to find out is to put together a kicking resume
no brainer!
Resume and application advice
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
Post your resume on the various job boards.
Most of them are free. There are some companies that do not post openings but hire from the resumes. You can also apply to companies who do post. Those that want experience may be a bit more willing to hire you because of your medical background.
Fix your resume to fit the MTSOs requirement
i.e., cardiology, acute care, etc. If they need someone with acute care for 5 years - then put it on your resume!
Place your resume on the various job boards.
There is one here and I know other sites have free boards too. You can also send resumes to local offices/hospitals.
You asked this below. You need to post your resume
on the job boards.
Call them or send them your resume
sounds like you don't have much of a choice - or if you are employee - take your unemployment and start your own job search
You need to post your resume on all the MT job sites. They
are free to post. There are companies that will not post ads, but will hire from the resumes.
Post your resume on the various job boards. It is
free.
Actually, the MTStars resume board seems as appropriate ...(sm)
I just went over there and tried to access the resumes, and you have to pay (a nice fee, too) in order to access any personal information other than your name, your experience, your general location (which I'm sure you can leave as just "Colorado" or whatever), and your desired line rate. No address, phone number, or any other contact information is available without paying the fee ($50 is the lowest), so someone would have to REALLY want that information in order to get it. This makes it no different than the MTJobs site.
Post your resume on all the job boards. There are companies who
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.
The best thing for you to do is post your resume on the various free
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.
Have her post resume on the various job boards. Some companies
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.
Newbie posting resume here, is .09 too much for line pay?
Not sure what to put for my line pay in the resume section. Anyone got any suggestions?
But don't send your resume. It has personal information on it. Right Misha?
LOL, gotcha!
Post your resume on all the various job boards, send resumes to
local clinics/doctor's offices, apply to local hospitals. As a newbie getting a job is hard, but some companies will hire you based on the school you got your certificate from. Some schools are better than others and if you didn't get your certificate from one of the better ones changes are harder of getting a job. Most likely you'll need to work in-house for a while. There are some companies that will offer you a job, many at low to no pay, and there are a few companies that are not legit, so be sure you investigate before accepting. If you have to fork out any money for equipment or software in order to get the job be cautious, especially if they require you to purchase it from them.
I think you have the wrong person or someone else's resume. I have been working for 10 years. I
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Read the job seeker's board, post your resume. nm
While you're researching the schools, be sure to get a good resume sm
and keep it updated at the local hospitals, services, etc. If you are really interested and have some training, you're chance of hospital work is better than having none. That is the best training ground you can find. Years ago I started at a local hospital with a semester of medical terminology. Those breaks are rare now, but you might get lucky.
In all honesty, though, you will probably have to take a "legitimate" course. I wish we could get the word out nationwide. I also know people who paid their money and still had no marketable skill. Good luck.
Just wondering, since you lied on resume, did you also cheat on test? nm
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Newbie post your resume on all the job boards. Respond to
ads posted on the job boards. Look through your local paper.
anyone who whines with the "how am I supposed to get a job" thing gets their resume deleted...
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You have not been transcribing 10 years. Your resume reflects about 4 years tops. I am going to put
very little MT experience and now you're pushing software that posters can get for free. There is a problem with that. You need to search YOUR heart ands ask yourself just how helpful you are really trying to be to new MTs or if your lining your own pocketbook because you don't know how to transcribe yourself.
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