Medical Transcription Discussion Forums:

• Main Board
• Job Seekers Board
• Company Board
• Word Help Board
• Classifieds
• Medquist
• New MTs / Students

General Discussion Forums:

• Gab Board
• Politics Board

I am trying to find the website for this Hippo host/client FTP site. Does anyone have the site address?

Thanks

When I first went home to work, I did think it was the greatest thing since sliced bread, but I got so tired of being stuck to my desk all day long and being asked to work overtime with no overtime pay.  No incentives anymore either.  The money is the biggest issue here and benefits at a good price.  .... So I decided to go back in house.  and believe that I found a great place to work.

Of course, there will be the usual bad side of working an inhouse job... dressing up.... which I honestly miss.. but maybe not every day, paying for gas to drive to work... but it's actually only 10 minutes away, the cafeteria--enough said :D... plus I bring my lunch and have always done so..., office politics--which I have found exist at home or inhouse....,  dept meetings--which I have found exist with at home jobs also... of course they are "account" not department meetings and communication! which is a really important thing and was the straw that broke this camel's back--got sick of sending emails to a myriad of people from the top to the bottom and getting no response back... or responses days later...

Can anyone add any other positives/negatives?

The pay will be worth it all no matter what, but I was curious to see what other things there are to consider.   

Please no flames. 

Thanks in advance.

I clicked on the New MT board, and the Google ad (right above the messages) that popped up was "DEATH PENALTY"  ..... NOW I'm scared

Doc says arthritis in fingers needs a rest from pounding the keys so much.  For those of you that do VR, do you find you have to type as much as when you transcribe all the time.  Too old to change careers and prefer to stay at home, so looking for a different out in the MT vocation. 

Thanks in advance

I have a potential new client that is using an Olympus DSS system they tell me.  My question is can I just use Express Scribe to play these or would I need to purchase the something like the Olympus AS-400 system to play their files?

Thanks!

How do you handle an account with a doctor who is constantly changing things?  I'm talking about a guy who will give an entire 4-5 sentences then have you go back and delete and change it.    I'm getting really, really tired of typing it all out only to have to go back and delete and retype. 

Do you keep track of how much you deleted and charge for that also?  It is really cutting into production.  This isn't occasional either.  He does this at least once, if not several times, in EVERY single report.  It is like the man can't string together thought.  Not to mention it is frightening how much things change sometimes.  I wonder often if he is talking about two different patient.

Filling out their interview questions, answering questions about my computer, and it would be just my luck they would either send an e-mail in just four  words, "we can't use you" or not send one at all.  That would just bite. 

The test was not really difficult just that I have no control over it, I cannot speed it up, slow it down.  I kept stomping the floor looking for my nonexistant foot pedal. LOL.  I am afraid there might be something I missed on the test.

Here I wanted to apply for a few more companies to see if one could offer me a better deal than another, but I bet I will have to go through the same thing, and I am not real sure I want the job.  What if they offer too low of pay?  What if their line quote is too high? 

That is my vent.  whew.!!!!  I am going to bed.

I am trying to locate a 9-pin port to install on my pc to use the 9-pin footpedal but I have called Circuit City's 800 number and nobody could help me... I had no luck at Best Buy online either. 

I have heard mixed reviews on the usb-9 pin adapter.  Do some work and some don't?  I would rather go this route if it does work.  Please let me know of any information you have on this, like what works and what doesn't as well as where to buy.

Thanks so much!!!

is it worth buying the latest 2004 stedman edition vs. a 2002 edition. I debating on getting one for the GI and GU book. Wondering if a nephrology transcription can let me know if there's such a difference among the two. Thanks

Please tell me if I am wrong.  I told my husband that I need an ergonomic keyboard now as my hand and arm have been sore and achy recently.  I am going to do whatever I can to avoid CTS.  Well, bills are tight, of course.  The thing is I asked him IF we can swing it anytime soon, can we get one.  Here's the thing:  I take $100 out of my paycheck every 2 weeks for spending money, i.e. going to lunch with friends, w/ my kids mind you.  He tells me to use my spending money to but the keyboard instead of going to lunch.  Okay.  The thing is lunch every couple of weeks is the only time, and I mean only time, that I get to go anywhere due to time/money issues.  HE on the other hand constantly goes to his dad's after work, where all the boys hang out, and comes home after a couple/few hours of hanging out.  That does not bother me.  What bothers me is that he doesn't get that it will always cost money for me to go out because either we pay a sitter or I have to pay for something,  Lucky him that the beer is provided.  Must be nice to have your freedom.  I don't think he really gets how good he has it.  I am the only wife that doesn't give him an earful when he comes home after being out with the guys. 

Am I being a shrew?

I really enjoy reading the posts here.  I am getting back into transcription after being in for over 15 yrs and out for about 2.  I have a new (1st) grandchild that I love to death and babysit quite a deal for my son.  She is 16 months old and loves me to spend all my time with her.  Now that I am going to be busy transcribing; how do those of you with small children keep them busy or balance working around them.  This is my main concern with coming back to transcription; how to let her know Grandma cannot occupy her every waking moment now.

Would anybody mind telling me which type of laptop pc they prefer....Toshiba  vs. HP, type of processor etc. that they prefer  ex.AMD, core duo etc.  Considering getting myself one but there are so many out there with so many different specs it is getting quite confusing.  You are welcome to e-mail if you wish.  I would appreicate any input that I can get to help sort it all out. 

Thank you so much......

On July 6th, the show is supposed to start on Thursday nights.  Anybody know if this will be reruns or new episodes?  I thought that new episodes wouldn't come on until the fall.  I love that show!!!!

I need to find digital recorders for a few doctors.  I am looking at the DS 30, but want to make sure its a decent recorder, but don't want to spend too much $$.  They want to email me the digital files--so I was wondering if this recorder is pretty easy to use/set up?

Thanks for any info

Does anybody know anything bad or good about this company?  I am looking for a good MT employer. 

B.I.
Contact: Robin Loatman
105 Paul Mellon Court, Suite 15, Waldorf, Maryland 20602
rloatman@earthlink.net
Telephone: 301-843-9380, Fax: 301-843-7744

a Coleman stove, propane, water, etc.,  in our basement because we live in an area that is prone to heavy snow and blizzards, low temperatures, and we cannot always get out in wintertime, but I sure don't see any long lines of the politicians here pretending to help us. They would free their backsides so, thankfully, they stay out of our business and we stay safe.  I have quit sympathizing with those who know they are in the path of storm and do nothing about it.  The idiots in Cancun knew that area was directly in the path so now they moan and groan because they can't get out.  Too bad! 

As far as Florida goes, you go through this same thing several times a year, so you have been through the drill.  If you don't like the weather, move somewhere else.  Don't stand in lines with your hands out waiting for sympathy.

for a start-up company in mass media (please don't ask name of publication since I can't release that yet).  I know the owners, husband quit job to pursue this full-time along with a few other people to start this media company.  We've been meeting once a week for about 6 weeks.  Right now I am part-time.  I am doing the editing for this company, a lot of reading and research and today was told, if I decide to work for them frome home, that I could also be the corresponding editor, meaning once their first publication comes out in April, whenever someone has a "letter to the editor," that email would come straight to me, I would either route the mail by importance to the appropriate staff member or answer them myself - it will all be up to me.  Basically, I would be an administrator for the company as well as edit articles, speeches, ads, etc. that come in.  This job would be multifunctional. 

About the pay: We haven't really discussed this yet.  The owner gave me a list of salary ranges and I would fall into the editor/administrative salary range which is a little more than what I make right now.  Would you make the jump??

I am married and my husband's salary pays most of our bills, but I definitely need to work. I've taken a few days off to meet with this new company and to decide if I should quit MTing/QAing to dedicate my time between work and family with this company.  I can't do both. No way! They want to start sending me stuff right now and then I have my company counting on me to QA. 

Today was my first day back QAing and I am dreading every single minute of it. I want to edit and email and meet with these people, but I'm hesistant to do so.  Not sure how much security is in it.  I would hate to quit and then this media company can't get off their feet.

What would you do? Editing/administration is my gift. And I can still work from home.  Would you do it?