testing with companies
Posted By: new MT on 2007-11-17
In Reply to: Test, Test, Test - sm
What if you keep sending out resumes and never hear anything back? That's mostly what's been happening to me. It's very discouraging. I also got top grades in school, but all people want is experience.
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I would search several companies that have online testing
There are plenty of them. You do not have to have years of experience transcribing, but will have an opportunity to show them what you are capable of.
Is it best to get the Stedman's spell checker before testing for companies?
I don't have this yet and am wondering if I should wait until I do before testing.
Testing for a new job
I am testing for a new job. Anyone know where I can find some reviews or quizes on passing written exams? I have been out of school for a while. I need this job, it has benefits.
Testing
Unless they specifically tell you not to, yes, it is acceptable, and in fact, expected.
Testing
Hey anyone have any clues to how you pass the test's. I have messed up 2 now.
They are fine all except one file, then you can't fingure hardly anything he says.Any help would be great!
what is testing like?
I second the summary given about testing for a job!
What is the testing like...I'm new!
Hello,
I just found this board today and have been sorting though the posts. What is the testing like when you apply for a job? So far I haven't gotten to that in my studies. I am studying from home and am curious what to expect. Thanks for your help.
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Regarding testing - sm
Different companies have different types of testing. A lot of times when you apply on-line for a position, you will be asked to take a test during the process, usually general transcription questions, terminology, spelling, and some grammar questions as well. If the results of the on-line test are acceptable, you may get a call and may be given a verbal test. Then, you may be asked to download and transcribe a few reports. Most of the time, especially if you know your stuff, the testing isn't too bad.
Best of luck to you!
Testing ?'s
I recently finished an MT course, I haven't done any testing yet and would like to know if I can test myself and how? It seems like I'm really slow so I trying to find a job or networking is difficult, I'm still trying to figure out alot of the lingo everyone use.');>![](http://forum.mtstars.com/smileys/sowhat.gif") Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
re: testing
Hi Chris,
I just use this rule for testing, type verbatim exactly what is being dictated. If they dictate numbers for a list then type it, if they don't then don't type the numbers just paragraph form. I think they just want to see how accurate you are and how long it may take you if it is a timed test. They'll give you acct specifics if they hire you, just type verbatim and you should be safe!
God bless you in your job hunt and testing!
re: testing
Hi!
I usually just type verbatim and if they make a mistake correct it for grammar's sake. I think they look for seeing how you correct things as well. Unless the doc is extremely picky and you have been told to type EXACTLY what he says, I would correct any common sense mistakes.
Just my advice having taken tons of tests.
God bless!
Testing
MediVoxx has a test on its site, and if you do well on that, they send you more tests. There are other companies that have tests on their sites, too. MTdaily has a list of websites in all the States. Test with as many that you can.
Testing
Have you checked out the AHDI website? I think I remember finding information on their website about testing and employment. Also, they have an MT student forum that you might find helpful.
BTW, while perfection is a great thing to strive for, spell check will help out in the meantime! :)
Keep testing
There is a difference between typing speed and transcription speed. Good for you for practicing, but 97% accuracy is way too low.
Decrease your typing speed until you hit 100% accuracy all the time. Then, you can gradually increase it.
Get a copy of Cortez Peters' book, "Championship Keyboarding, Skillbuilding, and Applications," ISBN 0-07-049635-8. You can usually locate copies on eBay.
Sometimes, it is difficult to improve your keyboarding speed above a certain level due to "things" you learned way back that severely limit your speed.
That book is a keyboarding program which will just about guarantees to improve your speed as far as you are able, AND do it quickly.
Follow the directions EXACTLY. Begin at the beginning (lesson 1), even though you "know" this stuff already. Pretend you've never keyed before -- learn it like it is brand new. He'll tell you to key letter by letter -- DO IT letter by letter, no matter what anyone else has taught you. Do all the exercises exactly. Do all the corrective exercises exactly. You don't need to rush or try to "go fast," either. Do them only as fast as you can do them WITHOUT making mistakes, and try to relax and let it happen, rather than forcing it. With consistent practice, you'll be over 60 in a few weeks, and the book can take you to over 120 IF you follow it exactly. People have been known to increase 20 wpm in two or three weeks.
Good luck to you!
Job testing
Since graduating Allied, they have given me several job leads. I feel bad that you feel that way. Have they sent you any companies to apply with? I was of the understanding, upon enrollment, that they would assist in finding a job but that was it. If you would like, I will forward the leads they send me. Just send me your email. I have been sending out atleast 4 or 5 resumes a day, and testing atleast once or twice a week since I finished last month. Some are from them; however alot of them are leads I found on my own. Best of lu7ck.
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!!!
testing for employment
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.
Testing specifics
Hi everyone! I'm a new MT awaiting my final exam results and was hoping someone could outline for me the testing procedures most companies put you through. I just want to make sure I'm as prepared as possible before I start applying (once I get my certificate of course).
How long are the tests usually? Are they usually dictation only or are there separate written q&a's? Can you use research materials? Are they timed?
Any info you could share would be very appreciated. I'm expecting my exam results any day now and I want to get rolling immediately with job hunting.
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Question about MT testing
I plan to start testing again and sending out resumes for an MT job. I have a question about testing, though. Since all companies test applicants as part of the prehire process and there are so many different types of tests between them, do they randomly change the tests between applicants and testing or do they keep the same tests? Who has friendlier tests? I've got one year's MT experience. Just wondering if anyone knows or would be able to offer insight. Thanks in advance.
how does a new MT start testing?
How does a new MT take tests to prove to employers she can do the work?
Start testing and see what happens ...
Good luck!!!
In testing I don't see an issue either way, but in
real dictation q.d. should always be daily. Putting q.d. after a medication is where there was an issue that caused it to be changed to daily to start with.
online testing
at focusinfomatics.com They have online testing specifically for new people, and if you do well enough they will invite you into their training program.
Frustrated with newbie testing
So when newbies, like myself, test with some companies, why, when we are done with the test and send it in are the only messages we get, "sorry, you do not meet our requirements." Or, NOTHING!! from any of the companies that we test for?! In order to get experience in this field, we need to be hired somewhere!! And, if we don't exactly meet the requirements, a little bit of advises on what needs to be worked on to come up to par would be helpful. Testing and getting little to no response gets old and discouraging. Makes me wonder, sometimes, why I even bothered to put in the time for school sometimes when this is the outcome!! So to all prospective employers, please be a little more forthcoming on helping us newbies out with what we need to do to land a job or get more experience. I am done venting for now!!!
online testing question
I can ace the objective parts of online tests, but when I get to the transcription part, I'm never sure whether they want you to just type everything verbatim--even if the dictator stumbles over words, corrects himself/herself mid-sentence, or really needs some punctuation for clarity's sake--or if they do, in fact, want you to edit "on the fly." Any advice is appreciated. Thanks very much!
Might try testing with SOAP Transcription. nm
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Whee! Have you started testing yet? Congrats! nm
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Or rather, newbies that do extremely well on their testing, not necessarily
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Most jobs only want 2 yrs of experience. Start testing again and
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Have you taken and passed tests for anyone yet? MQ? Spheris? Keep testing even w/o experience, if th
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Also, if you're testing, this should be in the directions. If you've gotten your own accts, as
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For testing I needed software that I could download free
but I could not get the footpedal to work. Anybody have experience with this? I downloaded Express Scribe to listen to the dictation.
Thanks in advance.
Guess what, it's not just the testing. MANY doctors are terrible dictators.
Sometimes the dictation they use for the test is from the actual doctors they are hiring MTs for. If you can't do it on the test, you can't do it, period.
Companies probably won't
hire you if you haven't finished school. I don't know that for a fact though. Someone running their own business might though. You just have to find someone and show how knowledgable you are in the field. As to equipment, that varies depending on what the company or person needs you to have.
Companies...
Hello all!
I am sure this has been asked and I have been a lot of researching for companies on line that offer benefits - not IC positions. I have not had much success and wondered if any of you gals/guys are working such companies, are they hiring, and more importantly would they hire a Career Step grad with a little over 1 year experience? I work at a local PT company, but am tired of driving to town every day for the tapes and making deliveries - had a taste of online work once and would like to get back to that, but need benefits!! Thanks!!
Lori
companies
I graduated in May and am now working for Orion Medical Transcription and love it. They are a great company and have a wonderful mentoring program. I do not know if they are presently hiring, but give them a try.
MT companies
May I suggest looking into your local community college for your medical transcription training? Part of the course of study for my MT diploma was an internship with an actual transcription company which was a great help to get training in the real world of medical transcription and to see how a transcription company actually works. I was able to take all the classes online, done in the time framework of actual college classes plus I've earned credits that I could use toward something else.
They have a certificate program, a diploma program (which I earned) and an associates degree program. I know nothing about the online MT companies...but it seems to me an actual brick/mortar college adds more credibility to your credentials. I had great instructors and a location to go to when I needed to see them face to face.
I could be wrong as I haven't checked out anything else but this would be my suggestion to those looking to earn their MT training.
There are a few companies out there...
who will hire new grads. I know, for instance, that both Medquist and Spheris allow grads of the CareerStep online program to apply for an at-home position with them immediately upon completion of the course. Both CareerStep and M-Tec are very well-known and legitimate online schools that employers will recognize right away. You might also try sending your resume to USA Medical Transcription (www.usamt.net). They are a smaller company in Florida with an internship program for brand new MTs.
Those companies should be
ashamed. Obviously what they care most about is the almighty dollar (to go in their pocket). Some companies are turning MTs into sweatshop labor. It is especially hard for newbies. Once newbies get some time in, they won't be so insulted with poor line rates. Still, companies should be ashamed of themselves for what they do to MTs paid on production.
More MT Companies
This website also has a plethera of potential hiring companies.
http://www.dmoz.org/Health/Professions/Medical_Transcription/Services/North_America/United_States/
More MT Companies
http://www.dmoz.org/Health/Professions/Medical_Transcription/Services/North_America/United_States/
It has nothing to do with the MT companies...
They are free to hire as they please. They do not owe anyone an explanation.
Regarding your other comments, there are so many MTs who either never even went through an MT training program or went through a program that was not one of the "top 3," and they have found jobs and are successful. How many times does this need to be said before you understand it? Stop putting unnecessary fear into people. If a person wants to succeed in this industry, it is possible via many routes.
how many companies
HOw many companies have you both applied to? Was it just the nationals like MQ and Spheris? Did you try all the small, independent MTSO's out there?
I am a newbie who has been working for a little over 2 months. I applied to over 140 companies, all within one weekend, and found a job by the end of the following week. I recieved a total of 13 responses. I understand that 13 responses out of the 140+ resumes I sent out seems bleak, but I got 13 responses!!! And a job!!! It may seem tedious to sit and do that, but if you found a job at the end of it all, wouldnt it be worth it?
Applying to one company every few days will get you no where. Apply to as many as you can find, and do it all within a week. Spacing them out will only stress you out. Beef up your resume and research how to write a great cover. Print out a list of companies and check them off as you go. Apply to them all and test for as many of them that will let you. Use the time you are not applying to retranscribe the stuff you did in school. It will keep what you learned sharp and help with you typing speed as well.
Good Luck.
Did you try all of these companies?
Here is a list that someone posted of companies who supposedly will hire newbies: http://forum.mtstars.com/medical_transcription/v/3/7497.html. You might want to try sending your resume to all of them. It may take a lot of sending, but you should get some responses.
If you do save the tests you are taking (if you have permission) and are unsure why you failed, I would be more than happy to look over anything and give you feedback. You can E-mail me if you'd like at mtmentor@gmail.com. 
Companies
Why would you want someone to list the companies from the COC on a public forum? If you were a loyal M-TECer, you should know better! And obviously you haven't read the copyright warnings of late. It won't hurt you to wait a week or so until you find out the results of your test.
Companies
Oh jeez, there have been a lot. I went down the list at mtdaily.com and applied to any of the jobs that were hiring, and didn't mention experience.
Named companies:
MedQuist
Mrecord
Princeton
A few of the local hospitals to name a few.
Maybe try companies looking for IC?
They seem to be more flexible with hours, so maybe they are more flexible if you can only have satellite.
Have you ever looked into wireless internet through your cell phone? My sister does this, though I couldn't tell you any more about it. They got it from their cell phone company. It might be similar to satellite, but they don't ever seem to lose signal like satellite sometimes does in bad storms.
Good luck.
Also, I would periodically check with your phone company. My in-laws went from not being able to get DSL the last 5 years to just getting hooked up with it this past week. Granted, they are in the extended network, so had to pay a little more at first, but now they pay less than I do for the same service :)
Good luck.
do companies
say they are interested, set-up a phone interview, and then NOT call at the designated time? I have had this happen twice!
What are the top national companies
that have good reputations as employers? I'd like to contact them to see what schools they see as "top notch". TIA! -Anne :)
Now, which companies fit the above requirements? LOL
Oy, that'd be a nice place to work.
It's likely that most companies won't test you without
I'm a small MTSO and won't even consider testing someone if they haven't been trained, preferably at one of the better schools (M-TEC, Andrews, etc.)
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