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Patience is part of being a good MT. Do your own footwork. You won't regret it. nm

Posted By: nm on 2006-03-04
In Reply to: questions regarding MT companies - Buffy

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Sending good karma and patience your way...

YAY!!! YAY!!! YAY!!! Good things happen to those who have the patience (I am not one of them)!!!
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I think he will regret it also, but that is his choice and if he does regret it, sm
that will be his lesson to learn. He can always play next year, when he is a senior if he feels the desire.

I agree with the coach, but I will not make my child play a sport - that is his choice. I may not agree with it, but I have to give him the freedom to make his own choice on this one!
Will regret -sm

From the coach's point of view, I can tell you he will most likely regret this decision.  As a coach, he has seen players quit their jr or sr year for various reasons (work, academics, girlfriends, etc.).  There has not been one that has not come back to him to say that they regret quitting.  Sometimes, you just have to make your children do things you know are good for them!


Go for it! You will never regret it! sm
I decided to work from home after my daughter was born. The first three months were tough, because I was adjusting to a new baby, recovering and trying to work part-time, but after those initial three months, it started to fall into place. I should have taken the three months off, but I was afraid that if I let the opportunity go by, it might not be available after my maternity leave. Fortunately, there are alot of companies out there with alot of good opportunities, so just enjoy your maternity leave and focus on yourself and your baby. That has been the only downside of working from home - figuring out the balance. My first priority is my kids, obviously, but I also want to turn in good work.

I now have four kids, 8, 6, 4 and 2. I work early mornings before they wake up and then at nap time. My older kids go to school in the day and my 2-year-old takes a two hour nap. Sometimes, if I don't work in the afternoon (like most of this summer since my older kids were off), I will finish up after they go to bed at night. I am very lucky in that I don't have set hours, just a line commitment per day.

This schedule totally works for us. I go to my kids' schools, see their sports, schedule their doctor's appointments, run errands or whatever, but the greatest advantage (other than being home in general with them) is the flexibility that if they ever need anything at a moment's notice, I am always around. Even when they are sick and just want me to sit with them all day, I can finish up when my husband comes home.

Sorry to ramble on, but I just wanted to say that it is totally doable and I have never once regretted it. I also average about $100 a day and like the poster below, could do more at night, but would rather spend the time with my children. I will put in more daytime hours when my youngest goes to school, but even then, I plan to never return to the office. I will never have the flexibility I have now and will have to deal with the office politics as well.

I say go for it. I hope you will be as happy as I am.
I'm probably going to regret this but...
The amount of money spent has absolutely nothing to do with quality of education in this country. It has to do with the overall liberalization of EVERYTHING over the last 40 years or so -- lack of discipline, everything-goes attitude (Heaven forbid we offend someone), etc. The education provided 60 years ago was off the charts compared to today and they did not have the technology, resources, or finances we now have. Most high school grads today could not pass a 5th grade English test from 60 years ago. Do some research and find out for yourself. We don't need more money for education. WE NEED QUALITY EDUCATORS -- maybe from those who have already made it in the real world and now do it as a passion and not those who can't do anything else. I won't even tackle Medicaid...
It was an awesome show. Very very good and serious for the most part.
I would have loved to have been some of that crowd on the street taking their picture walking together down there!
I hope you don't come to regret
your good heart. Why did the father just sit by and let his daughter continue to lie? He was ready to let her ruin you until he learned that you were able to prove his daughter was lying. If he really is remorseful, why did he not bring her over to apologize to you? How do you know any of what he told you was the truth? That little monster sounds like a bad seed. What's next? A false accusation of molestation? She got what she wanted from her lies--the excitement of being the center of attention and the thrill of causing all that chaos, with no apparent consequences. She has been essentially allowed to get away with it. How do you know she won't keep looking for more of the same? And--that remark she made about the dog being killed is just chilling. Not to mention her original cruel treatment of the poor puppy. That is the sign of a depraved heart. I'd keep her as far away from my family as possible. She's scary, and her father is either too cowardly to see her for what she is, or he doesn't care what she could do to others. At the very least, he should have made her confess and apologize to you. I'll be praying for you that nothing bad comes of your kind impulse. Please look out for yourself. Your kindness does you credit. It would be heartbreaking if you came to harm because of it.
go for it....you won't regret making that call
theres no blessing in just thinking about doing good, ya gotta actually DO good...its like a calling, ya know.......
Take breaks, though! You'll regret it if you don't!
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I did Chapter 7 a year ago and I do not regret my decision..sm
I was in huge credit card debt and medical debt and after paying just the interest for years I decided bankruptcy was the best option.  I have since cleaned up my credit, payed my bills on time, and bought a new car.  I have no credit cards and no stress!!  Sometimes bankruptcy is the best option.  When people tell you that banktruptcy will ruin you and you will never get a house, car, loan, etc., it's not true!  Sure your interest rate will be high for a while, but life does go on! 
Any suggestions for a good MT for part time other than MQ as far as a nice company to work for. I
think it is time for a change about now.
I realize I may regret extending the olive branch but

to tell you the truth, I have always rooted for the underdogs. 


My very best friend in the world once tied my hair in knots (before we were friends,) added some gum and dirt to the mix too.  This was back when I was in the 3rd grade. Her parents made her come and apologize and we have been very thick ever since. 


She didn't have many friends either.  She was kind of a bully and the kids were all basically scared of her.  I am proud to say that I could rely on her in a pinch going on 25 years now. 


On the advice of one of the posters, I will make sure that the pup is in the clear with animal control and the local police just to be safe.  I have a friend who volunteers at the local animal shelter where we adopted our puppy.  He teaches obedience classes for the dogs and caregiving for the owners.  All of this he does for free.  


Perhaps if all goes well with the neighbors, I will suggest to the dad that he and his daughter accompany us to some of these classes when we go.  Maybe she can learn to love the animals and they can help heal her a little too.


There I go again, rootin for the underdog. 


 


 


I turned down a hospital job to stay at home and regret it. sm
The hospital jobs are much more stable, and you have the same docs over and over. Even if they are ESL, at least you can get good at them. Take the hospital job - the PTO and benefits are worth it.
Patience. (SM)
I do not live on this board 24/7. You made some good points in your post above and I will review posts later today as I have time.

Patience
I have worked for Med-Tech in Marietta  for 5 years.  The only time I had a problem with not receiving a check was due to a postal problem.  I know they put the check in the mail but the post office screwed up.  Also, they pay on the 1st and the 15th.
patience
Like the previous poster said, make a folder with all your QA corrections. When you get a contradiction, send those to the person in charge and ask which is correct. That's about all you can do at this point.


nothing to do with patience or impatience...
it's all about a "war against terrorism."  Go get the terroists! not invade a country that had absolutely nothing to do with it.. Now he has a huge problem with terroists in Iraq because he HELPED make more terrorists with a breeding ground and "practice" for wannabe terroists.  He could not have HELPED the terrorists more than he did when HE INVADED IRAQ!  "War on terrorism?"  Now, when we get hit again, and we WILL, our troops will be Iraq.  Leadership?  No.  Idiotcy? Yes!  Nothing to do with patience or impatience.  It is all about leadership, or the lack thereof!  But you people voted for him because of "religious" values.  How religious is it to kill thousands of innocent women and children for NO REASON?  Now he, and we, are in HUGE MESS, and he doesn't have a clue as to what to do next! 
You must truly have the patience of a saint.
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Y'know, patience is a virtue! SM
No one's paid to provide help here and posting links can be time-consuming. I was on my way to post when I saw the comment and almost said "forget it." However, here are some links for you.
http://www.mtdaily.com/mt1/lists/chemo.html
http://www.cancer.gov/search/clinical_trials/
http://www.fpnotebook.com/HEM.htm
http://cancernet.nci.nih.gov/trialsrch.shtml
http://www.bioscience.org/atlases/tumpath/staging/llist.htm
http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/drugsatfda/index.cfm


status just 2-3 days ago....patience...nm
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I have no patience for the condescending posts!
I've been lurking here for over a year and I'm amazed how nasty, consdescending and judgemental these people can be! Just like I don't do well with an employer treating me like crap, I don't do well with being "talked down to" by the rude posters on this board.
patience prudence..keep notes and continue to try.

Have patience!! Its a brand new program for at home
MTs, and I'm sure the Board of Directors or suits of whatever title are wanting some proof that the at-home MTs are to be trusted. Perhaps in a couple of months, once they know who they can trust to work and who not, the program won't be implemented as strictly as at the start. Sadly, while you may be a conscientious, trustworthy MT, many are not, particularly in house hospital MTs. Been there, done that! Sounds like a good change for you! Good luck!
Most companies won't have the patience for your lack of doing your own work. nm
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Prizes are awarded the next business day. Thank you for your patience!
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Personally I dont ridicule, but have no patience

Just saying "It is too hard to change" and "the company is making me poor/homeless/stressed etc is a cop-out. Get proactive and help yourself. And those that do play into the poor victim routine do not help fellow MTs, they just perpetuate the idea that MTs can do nothing to help their own situation.


That's just YOUR opinion, and you are a prime example of lack of patience. You want instant results
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People have no patience anymore. I gave a $10.00 donation and I got an email the next evening.

I think since these people also have a transcription service, no one should expect an instant response.  Besides, it's more about giving than getting anyway. 


The easy part is making the decision to leave, the hard part is
actually doing it.  Been in your shoes and it took me a year and a half to leave after I had made the decision to do so.  It was the best thing I have ever done for myself and my girls.  I had family and friends and a counselor telling me what needed to be done and I knew what needed to be done but until I had the courage on my own to do it I stayed.  One day, we had an argument and he spit in my face and that was the last straw for me.  Even though it is something that I will NEVER forget, that day is also a day I will never forget because it is the day that I took my kids and left.  I am a single mom of 2 and have been single and supporting us for 5 years now.  I have been healing ever since and still am to this day.  You can do this.  I know that if I hadn't have left and I would have stayed one of us would be dead by now or both. 
What's up with the CMT part A and part B exams?
I thought it was all one test.  How can a half a test last 6-1/2 hours?  If anyone knows, please share your info!  Thanks! 
Does anyone know if you are a part time employee for 1 company and part time IC for another can you
still claim deductions for IC on your income tax even though you are one of each.
Depends on how part time the part time jobs are.
You can do it. You just have to work out a schedule you can live with.
That is a good offer. Pay is not that good at UIMC. Good luck! nm
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Which part of OK are you?
Hello there
I did my little part
Went to the Houston SPCA yesterday to bring home a "furry refugee".  They had not all been processed yet, however, and so we brought one home that had already been there, but at least it cleared the way for the other furries guys and gals.  They are in need of donations, if anyone is interested.  They have brought in approximately 460 dogs and cats from NO.
Because they pay a part of it as well.
MQ pays a good portion of the premium and the MT is only paying part.

Spheris pays a higher part of the premium, or at least they have in the past. With the new plan, MQ may have adjusted their portion of the insurance premium up a little bit.

Where did you get the idea MQ was taking away insurance?
this part
Preliminary, unaudited results indicate that operating income declined from approximately $61 million, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2003 to approximately $23 million for the comparable 2004 period. The decline in operating income includes: 1) the impact of approximately $11 million in costs incurred in 2004 related to the ongoing billing investigation and associated litigation, 2) approximately $4 million in costs associated with separation and replacement of the Company's management team, including members at the executive level and 3) approximately $3 million associated with the write-off of intangible assets associated with products no longer being offered. In addition, the base business, as described above in the Revenues section, experienced a decline in transcription service volume from existing and lost clients and a decline in transcription service rates charged to customers. The impact of the revenue decline was partially offset by several cost saving initiatives including reductions in telecommunications costs, office consolidations and associated staff reductions.
$2.87 in this part of PA sm
I got a bike rack for my car (had been using SUV) to take DS to his races and training sessions. I have personally been increasing my mileage and even ride my bike to church every chance I get (20 miles one way). I do all in-town errands by either foot or on bicycle.

When the aforementioned SUV is paid off this summer, I am going to get an even smaller car. I would love to try either a hybrid or a car that would run on biodiesel.
I don't think there is on. How do you get the lab part?
There are programs to get BSN if already an RN that can be done on-line. 
SE has to pay part of the SS tax, which is
practically the same as self employment tax. As SE, the company pays part and you are responsible for the rest.
Most definitely part of it...

See your doctor...may need some hormone adjustment.


What part of WV are you from? sm

I am from Beckley...Boy, is our town ever growing rapidly!!!!


I have read these posts and checked out websites for these train rides, Amish country, Dutch Wonderland and I really, really believe I have found our next vacation!  I have found so many things that I am interested in that would be great for the whole family.  I really do appreciate all of the advice!  Now I cannot wait to book this vacation!  Thanks!!!!


Like I said, it came as part of MQ's (sm)
horrible DQS platform in 2004.
Duh on my part ... thanks so much!! :-) nm

What part are you from because
everything I've read or looked at in my state is between 12-15
You know the sad part?
The sad part is that she was a really good friend for a long time, and she never ever spoke to me after that because she blamed me because I found out what she was doing. I guess she figured I had "ratted her out" after she got caught the second time, when I was not there anymore. I remember when I asked her to stop, she said to me that, "She could not be like me, because she did not have my work ethic." I know that maybe she was just hurt, and that I should stop thinking about it because it was almost 12 years (my goodness how time flies!) ago, but you know, I still miss her. Every so many years I'll send a Christmas card hoping she will write back and even now I wish the whole thing never happened. Oh well. I will make a New Year Resolution right now to stop whining LOL. Things happen for a reason!
First part taken from OP
"... and this is a catholic hospital. i guess this is the new christian work ethic." - I brought up organized religion because of this comment.

I merely meant that it is flawed (because it is made up of humans) and she should look out for her own wellbeing (and not be swayed or feel unjustified because she is working for a religious organization).

Religion itself isn't a bad thing, but many times the organized groups get more concerned with protocol than the truth and love that Jesus talked about.

(The following is from copied from PFO.org)- Some of the most stinging rebukes Jesus issued were directed toward the Pharisees. Probably the strongest diatribe is recorded in Matthew 23. At least seven times in that chapter, Jesus pronounced the following condemnation: “Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites!” He condemned and illustrated their rapaciousness, their selfishness, their inward spiritual emptiness, and their emphasis on “scruple” while neglecting the “weightier” matters of justice, mercy, and faith.

I am also curious if you are sensitive to how the people in other parts of the world feel when Christians tell them that what they have been taught and believe is wrong and that they will go to H#ell if they don't change their thinking.
it has always been a part of the job sm
and it is not going to change. There are some dictators that some MTs are always going to have a hard time understanding, probably most MTs but they are not going to change for us. The only thing you can do is flag a report and hope the doctor will fill in the blanks or the hospital will say something to that person about all the blanks in the report (the dictator). They are not going to change for us because it is not about us!
QA is a part of MT like it or not. nm
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