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I just took the Mttest for Amphion -sm

Posted By: It kept locking up my computer on 2006-03-10
In Reply to: Took that test recently - Testing

I bet I went through an hour of booting and rebooting and starting the longer file over again.  I finally went to my laptop and it worked okay then. 


Needless to say I haven't heard from them, but in the meantime I got a really good job, so I don't care.




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mttest

If you want to email me, I can help you with any questions regarding MTtest.


About mttest.com. I have never used it but

Why isn't there a site like that where MTs can go and take the test and then their score/test/information is there on file for MT companies to look at?  Maybe there could be a way to just assign each MT a number or something if privacy would be an issue.  But the MT companies could go through and select who they want to offer a job based on what they see on the tests.


I am happy with the company I'm with now but if I could have my test on file and companies could access it and offer me jobs based on what they see on my test, I would always be open to listening to what they have to offer me if they price is right. 


I know there is Transcription Matchmaker, but this would have the testing already done.  Obviously it wouldn't make sense for MTs to be able to go back and redo the test repeatedly but maybe they could retest once a year and the test could be changed once a year, and that way if someone's skills have improved their test on file reflects that?


Just an idea.


Has anyone tested through mttest.com? Thanks. nm
nm
MTTEST WEBSITE???
If it is on the MT test website you can use your F1 Play/Pause, F8 rewind, and F2 fast forwards it. Hope this helps.
Companies testing on mttest ... sm

I tested for 3 companies.  All 3 used the mttest testing site.  I think CareerStep handles that. 


Some of the same questions on the objective portions.  Not the same reports on the practical portion but nearly identical.


Results:  Passed 2 companies.  Failed 1 company. 


Asked for my results:   None of the 3 will give me actual copies - I understand and respect.  However, they all 3 did give me my scores.  The failed test was significantly lower, I might add.  The failed test was the only exam that asked how much pay I wanted up front.


Virtually the same test ...significant difference in scores. 


So, my conclusion, having done exceptionally well with 2 others and then bombed one withsuch a bad result, reported to me at first I passed and then I only passed for a lower role, and then the difference in scores, and they are the ones who asked for pay up front ... it is in how they grade and how much you want to be paid. 


Too funny.


 


TransTech VR - anyone take the mttest speech

Has anyone taken the Speech Recognition Test at mttest.com when you applied with TransTech?  There are 11 speech recognition files that you have to correct.  I am wondering how accurate those files are compared to the actual VR reports you ended up editing at TransTech.  If they are representative of what you actually get to work on, that might be a good way for MTs who have never done VR to get a taste of it before they apply for jobs at companies that have a majority of VR versus straight typing.  I started taking them, but had to quit because my laptop battery was running out.  Not sure if I want to go back to complete them because I am not sure I want to learn VR either. 


Any insight would be appreciated. 


 


http://transtech.mttest.com/


 


 


I did 2 tests the last couple of days, both through mttest, though

the tests were different. One test took about probably 45 minutes and that didn't include the transcription part.  I started the transcription and the dictation was so horrendous - sound quality really bad, barely able to hear any of the dictation, 2 ESL docs, and 1 really fast talking U.S. doc.   I do about 90% ESL, but goodness.  I have nearly 20 years' experience and I have decided it just isn't worth my time to do the transcription part.  I'm trying to get out of a stressful situation currently, and this didn't seem like it was going to be the answer.  I know that it was only a small representation, and I feel sorry for anyone without lots of experience trying to take the test.


The second test was so easy and even with transcribing the dictation I think it only took me 45 minutes tops. 


I don't know why I continue to test and look for another position, because I'm fairly comfortable with my dictators, my company leaves me alone 99% of the time, good line counting program, etc. and I turn down every position I'm offered because:  1 - no one offers me as much money (even though I'm not making gobs of money); 2 - no one offers me the flexibility that I currently have, although I don't have as much as I used to have; 3 - I've got 5 years invested in this company and I know what to expect; 4 - while QA is pretty stringent I'm 99% or better and go weeks at a time without getting anything back .......  I just need a change of pace, but at the same time I don't like change, I don't want to learn new dictators, don't want to learn a new format, don't want to learn the quirks of QA and all the other stuff that goes along with a new account/new company. 


I think the last 6 months I've tested and been offered 8 positions and some companies continue to call me and none has anything better to offer me.  


 


If they use MTTEST by Career Step - Don't bother...
...just like Career Step's program, MTtest is GREATLY flawed. And the potential employers don't bother to review this or your testing. If an employer lazily uses MTTest (and is recruiting people to buy Career Step's scam terrible training program), I don't bother. Even if you get it right, the module is flawed and will likely say you got it wrong. Don't waste your time being insulted by same.

Companies that actually send you dictation to transcribe are the best to test with. They test your true knowledge/ability, not through a flawed and inadequate multiple choice module that's sole purpose is to recruit people to Career Step.

Just my 2 cents... :O)
Yes, MTTest does cut you off if you've made too many errors up to that point.
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Current Amphion employee...I'm very happy. The part of Amphion I work with has no faxes, lists,s
minor demographic work..superb QA and feedback.  Fellow MTs on same account are more than willing to help and now they also have mentor program.  My pay is what they said.  They do have different pay for different levels. 
Is the test through mttest.com a timed test? Thanks. nm


Amphion

Do you know if Amphion is hiring for radiology now?  I tried to find their website but was unsuccessful.  Anyone know their toll-free number? 


Do you know how they pay for radiology -- by the character, line, or report?  Range of pay? 


Amphion does

Amphion uses this for their platform!



?? about Amphion please
Their website says they check references which could hurt you at your present job.  How do they handle that?  Also do they pay more if you do work nights and weekends?  Thank you.
Amphion pay
8.5 cents but good luck getting there, you need 4 quarters of 100% QA. 
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AMPHION
Amphion
and how do you get hired?
Amphion
No, they only hire as employee status. Good company though. Lots of work.
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I work for Amphion now.. GREAT company... Their pay scale differs on what level you are but where I am is 0.78 line to 0.81 line depending upon quality. That is for multispeciality. Acute care I believe is more...
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They use ESP word Expander for Microsoft Word and they do count spaces. I work there and think they are absolutely wonderful people to work for... No doubt..
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Would anyone who works for Amphion mind sharing what their average pay per hour works out to? Considering them, but also worried the money might not be there.
Amphion
Amphion seems like a good company, but I wonder if the money is there. Their pay structure seems vague.
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Ditto! Nice staff, but questioning if it will be possible to ever make a living working for this company.
Amphion
No Radiology Accounts
Amphion
Try Amphion. I start with them tomorrow and so far I have been treated like a queen!!!!!
Amphion
I actually just tested for them today. I haven't heard anything back though. How long did it take them to conctact you after you completed the test?

K
Amphion
Aren't they great! I work for them also.
Amphion
yes
AMPHION
nm
Amphion

At Amphion PT you could do 800 per day. nm
     
Amphion
Amphion is great!
Amphion
Anyone heard of this company?  Hoped I spelled it correctly.  I'm wanting to find out a little about them before testing.  Thanks.
Amphion
If you have high speed internet go for it. I know some quality people who work there and I think they are reputable.
Amphion is
They are needing a lot of help for bigger accounts coming on live.  Training people everyday.  If you know what's out there, come on for a place to work that's great.  They were a small company, sold out, then bought themselves back again.  Wow! 
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Does anyone know what  Amphion's guidelines are for part time status, i.e. do you have to work a certain number of hours or produce so many lines?  TIA  
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We are supposed to do 1200 lines a day and it's very hard to do with this company.  Does anyone else have trouble and can they give hints to help me and another friend pick up production?
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Can anyone tell me anything about Amphion (good, bad or indifferent)?  Do they have health benefits?  How is the platform?  How flexible are they?  Do they have an incentive/bonus structure? 


Thanks for opinions.


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I do a Tuesday through Saturday schedule with Amphion because I like to have Sunday and Monday off.
Amphion

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Amphion
.........
Amphion again
Just wondering some specifics as to why you are having a bad experience.
Amphion
Very nice people but the account they seem to continually be hiring for is a nightmare as far as extra clerical stuff the MT is required to take care which you do not get paid for. Generally these are issues with entering demographics, along with carbon copies. I could easily spend 10 minutes on that and not even typed one line. With very easy dictators I went from an average of 200+ lines an hour to 75-100 max, and I am very familiar with ExText so it was definitely not a learning curve for the platform. They also gave me the impression I should be thrilled they were paying me $10/hr during the training period. That seemed like a red flag that maybe a lot of their MTs didn't make much money. I also did not think to ask in advance but only like 3 or 4? of their MTs actually make the top of the scale that they quote. It is based on quality and I wasn't worried about it until I heard how few MTs actually get that top salary, so that is another thing to check out before accepting a position. My feeling is if you don't have a lot of experience it is probably a good company to get your feet wet at, but not the place for an experienced MT.
Amphion
Thanks for all the info. Really useful. I have just posted a separate question on another company, OSI, above. Any thoughts?
Amphion
I AM NOT MANAGEMENT. I am a fairly new employee who happens to like this company after working for several other nationals. Why can't anyone be happy anymore?
Amphion

I rarely come to this board and just to take a peek at what is going on every once in a blue moon because I have other things that are far more important.  However, I also work for Amphion and have been extremely happy with the way I'm treated by my supervisor, manager and on up the ladder.  When you are low on work, it is partly your responsibility to ask your supervisor for a backup account instead of whining on these boards.  Amphion and other transcription companies are vendors.  Some accounts are solely done by the vendor and other accounts get the back log from hospitals, clinics, etc.  The supervisors are always available to answer questions (though some days are definitely worse than others if there are many emails to go through from everyone or phone calls from the accounts).  I always get my questions answered in a very timely fashion if not by day's end for sure.


We all have our gripes about the place we work from time to time, but let me ask you this.... Have you ever taken part of the blame yourself?   Do you call in sick all the time or change your schedule so your supervisor (at Amphion or elsewhere) can't count on you to do the work per the contract they signed?  We all have a life outside of work and should be very glad to work at home, but the outside stuff has to wait if you set a schedule and give that to your supervisor.  If we went to an office during the day, everything would have to wait.  Businesses are in business to make money, and hire us to help them make that money.  Maybe Amphion hire because of the certain few MTs out there refuse to work a set schedule that MT gave the supervisor when they signed on and need coverage.  I have never had Amphion tell me what hours to work.  I gave them hours that fit my life and it works.  Communication is key especially if we are all over the US.


I have worked for other services, and I can tell you, Amphion far and away blows all of them out of the water.  Some may not agree, but I do know others that do agree with me.  It's called give and take, not take, take, take by the MT and give nothing in return.  Others that have never worked for Amphion do not know the ins and outs so have no reason to gripe at all on these boards about Amphion.  I work my hours/lines, get paid on time, work extra when asked, get questions answered in a timely fashion and know that I am doing my best.  I also know they are doing the best they can for their MTs and can hardly wait to see more and more positives down the road.   Those that do gripe on these boards and do work or have worked for Amphion are blaming the company and not looking at themselves for part of the blame.  If something doesn't feel right about the account you are on, low on work, etc., contact your supervisor instead of stewing about it and then blasting them on these boards.  That is not fair to you or the company.


Amphion
I'm looking for info on Amphion, good or bad. I have called and talked to a woman in human resources and got a lot of information from her. So, anyone care to add anything before I apply?
Amphion does
:D
Amphion
They actually listen and work with you to get you comfortable with your work. They seem to really care about helping you become successful. Questions get answered within minutes via email or seconds via IM.
Amphion
Amphion uses Extext
Amphion
It is not you. I had the same experience and left within 2 weeks. I think it is probably a great place for someone with not a lot of experience who is happy making $10 an hour, which is what I was averaging with 15+ years experience. The account they seem to always be hiring for has a ton of what I consider secretarial work involved with it that you are not paid for. It is really not the platform itself , it is that they are not compatible with the clients Lanier system and so none of the demographics load automatically. I worked on that platform before and averaged 225 lines an hour. At Amphion on a good day I would hit 100-125 lines an hour.