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JOBS??Home Based

Posted By: Jackie on 2007-03-21
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Hi I was wondering if anybody could help me??  I am interested in finding a home-based medical Transcriptionist position.  I have experience in transcription and am enrolled in a transcription course.  Any leads would be wonderfully appreciated.  Thanks.  Jackie


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interships are home based

These are home based internships. 


Jen


Are you strictly trying to find a home-based job? if so, (sm)
I would suggest that you consider working on site in an office or hospital for a period of time. At home you don't have the support group that you really need when first starting out. Best of luck to you!
jobs at home for newbies?
I just wondered before I begin training, how hard is it for someone just out of MT training to get work at home?
No jobs for At-Home grads
I completed the At-Home course last Nov with a 95% GPA, and I still have not landed a job. I have sent out so many resumes and emails that I have lost count.

I even sent At-Home a letter asking if they would help me out, but their only response was that most MT's seek employment through the Internet; that's it. I don't know what they mean by 'graduate assistance.'

I have discovered through other MT message boards that the majority of At-Home grads cannot even get their foot in the door because of the lack of training/education. Even employers have posted statements that they too don't hire At-Home grads. If I don't find work soon I may have to study again with one of the top '3' schools that I've heard so much about.

I would never recommend this school to anyone!
Agree with poster below. And we have way too many MTs and not enough jobs, especially for at-home
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Great choice for work-at-home jobs
I'm a physical therapist and an MT as well, not bad for a part-time job, plus you have to stay at home; although you are not going to earn as much as you do as RN. Working indirectly with the patient is as exciting as working directly with them. Good Luck!!
Still lots of in-house jobs on the big job search sites. The at-home US MT is going the way
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You'll need to work 2 jobs at home to be able to live on MT. Or have a spouse + your income. Best
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Wasn't 5.1 the last DOS-based WP program? Not sure...nm
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I think the MTSO is saying that she has knowledge based
having had MTs who were fakes and some who were not, and is now able to discern which is which. I don't think he/she was saying any more, any less.
I wouldn't recommend MT for you based on your
situation, but if you have no previous MT experience/training you would need to take a course, either by correspondance or at a local community college.   Training can take 9 to 18 months, or less depending on how much time you have to put into it, but if you are working FT you're probably looking at a year.  Then you need to either get hired by a company that will hire newbies and pay them next to nothing, or do an internship, which you may or may not get paid for and may have to pay to do. 
Is MT a decent job based on pay #s I see here? And how is outsourcing affecting pay?

I am brand new to the MT world. I'm considering taking training and an internship at a local company (my cost = $2,000) and then working as a contractor for them. From reading different questions and responses here, I'm concerned that the pay is pretty low and has not increased much in the past few years. My other concern is that more companies are outsourcing their work overseas because it's cheaper. How much of that is happening and how much is that hurting pay here?


I'd appreciate any information and opinions. I have to decide by Monday, January 8. Now I'm thinking that I should just find another career path and take classes at a community college. I worked in another career and made excellent money, but the stress and long hours were just too much. I was looking for something less stressful and the chance to work at home. THANKS!!!


Any good internet based companys to work for at all?

hello everyone,


I am a newbie...after reading these boards, I am left with the question... are there any good internet based trascription companies to work for?


and, if not, who is the lesser of the evils? i know each company has good and bad aspects, but does anyone work for or know of a company that they are happy with?


...or do i need to look for MT jobs in house?


Still plentiful jobs in MT if you want to do it in-house. Lots of jobs
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flat hourly wage, hourly + volume, and stricly volume based pay ?

I have heard there are companies that pay flat hourly, some that pay hourly plus volume pay, and then strictly per production. Anyone have any experience with these different pay structures? Know which companies do which (and will take new grads)?


Thanks : )


MT Jobs

I have been trying unsuccessfully to e-mail AAMT.  I am interested in knowing why someone with prior experience cannot take an abbreviated course rather than the full course like M-Tec and Andrews provide.  Of course, my experience is old, but I have basically kept abreast of what is going on in the MT world.  All of the schools seem to want to give complete courses.  In other words, everyone is treated like a beginner.


Thanks for any suggestions.


 


 


There are jobs
Jobs are available, but some companies don't want to put their resources into training new MTs. It's a costly process. Those that do hire new people prefer to hire from schools with a proven track record in providing solid training. I was offered a job with a large national before I even graduated, but I went to a top school. Even so, the company had to invest a lot of training and time in getting me up to speed. Choosing the right school is the key to doors opening when you graduate. If you didn't invest in a top-notch education, you may have to work harder to find that first job.
MT Jobs
Try Spheris.
LOOK AT ALL JOBS.
I have been doing this for three months, and I did the same thing on my resume. You might have to start at a low pay rate, but it will get you experience.
JUST HANG IN THERE!
Where are all the jobs
because I cannot find any since my graduation in November????? Need and appraciate any POSITIVE feedback.
jobs
Don't give up.  I just graduated in November, and I applied to EVERY place I could.  Even if they said that they only hire experienced MTs, I submitted a cover with my resume that asked for the opportunity to test.  Of course, I got several denials, but I got a few takers, too.  And, the great part is that I have been working since Thanksgiving!!!  Keep looking, you'll get there!!!
Jobs MT
I read your post and would like information about Sten-Tel, Inc. I just recently graduated from Career Step in Nov. 2005 and need to get to work. You can e-mail me. Thanks
I have 2 IC jobs..

I still haven't finished the course.  However, I have managed to get two great IC jobs paying 9 and 10 cpl for acute care while still taking the course.   I love doing acute care.  I think Career Step is excellent.:o) I'm sure the other schools are excellent too, but CS is the one I chose. 


 


 


jobs
Try Premier Transcription Services, Inc.
jobs
Subject: jobs

I love this board.  I will use this in the future if I am stumped.  I am done with school, involved in more training BUT now I need a JOB!! Does any one have a good job lead for me doing transcription?  I was laid off at my waitressing job Tuesday for the winter! YIKES!


 


jobs
No one deserves a job more than any other person simply because they are a mother. LOL

Whether or not she is a mother, if she cannot provide services when the employer wants/needs, she doesn't deserve the job.

IT IS BUSINESS!!!

jobs
Where is this job. I would be intrested. I just finished courses online and don't know where to start looking. Thank you
Jobs
Check with your school first. They should have a list of companies/services that hire their students. Also, talk to other graduates of your program and find out where they are working.

Depending on what course you completed a lot of companies will waive their experience requirements and let you test. I know that RI Unlimited lets grads from the top 3 test, but I don't know if they are hiring newbies right now.
Jobs
I have a year of on the job training with a company who has gone downhill.  Any suggestions as to a company that would hire me.  I am a stay at home mom who is trying to provide for her family without having to pay the high prices for daycare.  I have done radiology, mammography, and pain management. 
jobs
I have done MRI/CT, and cardiology testing reports. I did not mention those because I thought that it went with doing radiology. I do thank you for your advice.
Jobs = yes
Just type in Radiology transcription or medical transcription on the internet and you will find 100's of jobs to apply for online. That's exactly what I did and it paid off. Be picky and take your time on the tests.
Jobs
Does CareerStep not have a placement program. I thought they did.
Jobs
I graduated from Career Step about 6 months ago.  I have a job with Focus Infomatics.  I also had an offer from MedGarde.   They do hire new graduates.  I hope you find a job soon!
Me too, But where are these jobs?
I worked as a nurse in psych, dementia and behavioral health before becoming MT. I would love to find this type transcription work. I haven't found this kind of MT work yet, and I've been looking too.
jobs

Seems to me if you have extensive experience you should be able to find a job.


 


jobs
I am a "newbie" just having finished my medical transcription course. can anyone point me in the direction of companies that will hire a rookie who wants to work from home?
MT jobs
How many of you have finished school (pls state which one) and started working soon after? Need to know!
GO WITH USA JOBS!
The companies who hire only USA workers proudly post that on their websites.  Support them.  Help them grow.  They do not hire someone to do 4 hours a day and call it full time.  They can not afford to waste valued MT time because we are all they have.  The reason you do not have enough work is because the companies are doing ALOT more outsourcing since January 1.  That is not going to stop.  Competition is fierce.  Older MTs are getting put out of their jobs due to outsourcing and EMR.  Land yourself a job with a U.S. company and even if they lose your account because the client wants to outsource, they will do everything they can to keep you and provide you with other work as their companies grow.
Jobs
Hello everyone, my name is Renee, and I am new to this board..  I have finished a school online and I have 1 years experience, and I am having alot of difficulty finding a job with hardly no experience...  Can anyone suggest any companies that give entry level or a years experience a try...Thanks in advance!!!!
Jobs
Hello everyone, my name is Renee, and I am new to this board..  I have finished a school online and I have 1 years experience, and I am having alot of difficulty finding a job with hardly no experience...  Can anyone suggest any companies that give entry level or a years experience a try...Thanks in advance!!!!
Want to change jobs
I'm currently a CVT in AZ and while I enjoy working with the animals and the medical aspect of it. It has started to physicaly get harder on me. I am looking at schools for MT and want honest opinions which schools to avoid and which are good. Do they need to be accredited? and with who.  I currently have an appointment with Techskills. Thanks in advance for all replies
finding jobs

Alicia,


I completely understand what you are saying.  You said NOTHING about pay and just want a job.  Just ignore the nasty attitudes.  People like that obviously have nothing better to do than to get their BP pumped over petty things.  As for your question, I found out through my own experience when looking that sometimes even if they say 1-2 years experience, some will still allow you to test.  Quite a few companies were willing to test me even though they stated they wanted experience.  I say apply to everybody that requires 2 years or less.  Worst that can happen is they say no. 


Here's a tidbit on the ladies who have a hard time keeping the peace, next time you go "off" on somebody, you may want to stop and think about it.  She could be the neighbor that made sure you had a few hot meals after the loss of a loved one.  You can easily say what needs to be said without being catty, leave that to the tweens!


God bless and Happy Holidays! 


Where are all of the MT jobs I heard about?
I completed my MT training in September, and have not been able to find a job.  EVERYONE tells me the same thing - they need someone with experience!  As part of my training, I typed so many reports for all different specialties - isn't that experience?  Any ideas where graduate students can go to get a hospital, clinic, doctor, nursing home or MT service to give me a chance?  I am willing to take any typing or dictation test.  I got into this field because I thought there was a demand for the work.  Could have fooled me...
Newbie Jobs
I graduated from At-Home Professions April 2004 and started working immediately for a company called MediVoxx (then it was called Continuum Technologies). I still work for them and I also do side work for another doc. Hang in there and keep looking!
I do MT placement and I have more jobs for MTs than ever before
I'm beginning to wonder if there might be a large segment of MTs on this board right now who are not in the top group as far as performance and education. I'm shocked to see what some of you are claiming that you are making. I haven't seen income that low in any of the people I've been placing.
but why do they have so much trouble getting jobs?
I know half a dozen community colleges that don't teach medical transcription anymore because none of their graduates could get jobs. Why is that?
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!!!


 


Jobs are going overseas anyway -
wonder how they're trained.  It's a bunch of garbage that you need all this "schooling."  Look at the schooling these doctors have - any they still can't talk! - Mumbling, slurring, etc.  Required schooling for becoming an MT is over rated.
Not many coding jobs
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That's ridiculous. There will always be MT jobs.
People have been saying for at least 25 years that MT is disappearing.

If you think about it, how on earth could EVERY SINGLE hospital, EVERY SINGLE doctor's office, EVERY SINGLE MTSO give their work to offshore companies?

It is mindboggling that you would even think that was possible. Do you have any idea how many hospitals, doctors, MTSOs there are in the US?

Thhis "the sky is falling" attitude is just so ridiculous.


Some jobs are only 20 hrs a week, but you will need
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