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If you work for MedQuist...

Posted By: Carole on 2005-08-15
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I just received the computer today. I thought it was going to be JUST a computer. I had no idea they were sending a monitor, speakers, headset, pedal, etc. I'm feeling quite a bit overwhelmed because this is a second job for me. Is this stuff to be used ONLY for Medquist work? I'm talking about the monitor, pedal, etc. I know the computer is only for MedQuist work. Is it okay to not use some of their stuff? I mean, my pedal, speakers, and monitor are just fine. Where would I find the room for two of everything?

The manual keeps talking about a modem. On the phone I was told they wanted me to have high-speed internet access. Am I correct to assume then that I won't need a modem for anything? I certainly hope so because since going high speed we got rid of our phone and went to cell phone only.

I'm also feeling very overwhelmed looking through the big manual. My training starts on Thursday. How am I ever to learn everything in that manual by then? They haven't confirmed my start date but I'm thinking possibly as early as this Sunday. Please tell me I'm not the only overwhelmed by all the stuff that was sent.

Carole


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I've been on high speed internet through my cable company for over a year & have had Tech support work on my Medquist computer w/o having a phone line.


I'm strictly on my cell now that all my accounts have gone to the DEP platform, so have cancelled my land line w/o any issues when MQ needs to work on my system.


It seems so overwhelming when you start, but it does get to be pretty easy soon, it's the best platform I've been on yet.  Good luck


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I just wanted to know if any current employees who are fairly happy could reply to answer a few questions.


Can you use your own computer?


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