Newbie work MT Internships
Posted By: Corie B on 2007-03-13
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Just want newbies to know we have a great internship program for those who want to gain experience. Many of our interns actually continue to work for our clients when the internship is complete. Email me for info. You do have to pass a test to participate. Email me if you are interested. We have tons of work. Email me: corie@meditec.com if you are interested.
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Newbie looking for work
I am graduating from a community college with a medical transcription diploma. I am feeling a little discouraged because I am having a hard time finding a company willing to hire me to work from home. I feel that I have been extensively trained but so far no one is willing to give me the opportunity. Does anyone have any suggestions? Or know of anyone willing to hire a newbie? Thanks
Newbie work available??
Can anyone inform me of companies hiring less experienced MTs looking for PT work? I trained and interned for 1 1/2 years and actually worked only 7 months but I am eager dependable. Anyone??
Newbie work
I think Spheris will usually hire newbies, so you might want to check them out.
work for newbie
In my opinion, the best way to gain experience is to go to your own family physician and ask if he or she will give you some overflow work. That is what I did. She let me type her PA, paid me 10 cents a line, which you will not get with a company, and when her regular Transcriptionist wanted time off, I covered for her eventually typing for the doctor herself as I gained experience.
Finding work for newbie
I was lucky in that my chiropractor who has been my dr for 9 years was looking for an MT during the time I was wrapping up with my schooling. He offered me his account the week after I got my certificate. Local work will probably be your best bet, word of mouth through friends of contacts in the medical community. I also made business cards out and pass them out wherever I can. For now I am getting experience doing his transcriptions, even though its 'low volume' I am working. In time I am sure I will pick up more work along the way. I have also seen that working directly for a local dr/clinic you will make more money per line versus going with a national company. I am working as an IC and love it. Good Luck. :o)
Awful place for a newbie to start! Indian techs, uneven work load, very little help along the way.
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Help! Internships
Hello, I was wondering if anyone knew of good interships that I could get into. I am a new MT and would like to get my feet wet and I'm not sure where to get started. Any kind of mentoring program, internship, or apprenticeship would be helpful. Thank you.
Diana Strand
Internships
If you have completed a training program and would like to transition into MT, we have a great internship (90 days) where you will learn all you need to know to work successfully. Most interns are hired when training is complete. Contact for information.
Internships
Thanks you so much for the encouragement. Amazing how a few kind words can really motivate a person. By the way, do you know anything regarding internships that are offered newbies? Are these are all helpful in finding employment?
Internships
Hi. We are currently offering a few internships to recent graduates. You need to live in the West Cobb/Atlanta area. These internships are not initially paid positions but will lead to a job for qualified transcriptionists. You can reach me at Jennifer@transcribeatl.com for consideration.
Internships
Does anyone know a school that requires an external internship? Our training department is looking for some interns that would possibly result in jobs.
Thanks,
Jen
Internships
Jen, if these are still available would you please email me at paul-n-anne-forever@cox.net ?
Thanks
Anne
Internships
This message is for Jen. Would you please email me any information you have about VR internships or internships in general. I am very interested in MT and need some help. Thank you very much.
Mary
Internships
For the above post from Mary, I forgot to give you my email address: mbphilly2003@yahoo.com. Thanks.
Internships
I have been looking for an at-home MT job and have found one company that offered an internship but it was too late. It started in January. Anyways, I was wondering if anyone knows of any companies that off the same thing for new grads.
Speaking of Internships
Did you see that thread at MTChat where the woman had no idea what she was doing, but she was in charge of the MTs who were doing their internship with her employer. I think quite a few people started thinking twice about recommending internships in lieu of good training.
new mt mentoring programs or internships?
are there any good newbie MT mentoring programs out there? or internships?
thanks
MedLine has paid internships
after going through their program and you are qualified to work on real dictation jobs because the school is owned by a med. trans. company. It is an excellent school, I am going to it, after wasting money on TRSI's school which was horrible. They called their advanced transcription "internship" which wasn't an internship at all, and no one answered my questions or helped me and I ended up leaving there knowing nothing. Anyway see if Medline can answer your questions.
Transcription schools, internships and jobs.
Transcription schools, internships and jobs.
Recently I was asked some good questions by a friend looking into becoming an MT. She was doing her homework before starting school. She had done enough research to be able to ask some really good questions.
She wanted to train and work at home. She found courses from $1200 for mail order, to $2100 from a big internet school with all kinds of other degrees offered too, and then over $3400 for a very long but good course from a school teaching only medical transcription. She also stumbled on a school offering a special course for an MT company; $1900 for the basic education, an internship and a guaranteed job.
So by then she was completely lost. She had 5 questions. I realized this is a big issue for transcription school students who can’t see the big picture. I think this whole thing stirs up most of us as we remember our training.
Her Questions:
1 How do I determine if the school offers a good basic education?
2 Do I need internship training after my basic medical transcription class?
3 If I don’t do an internship, how do I meet the two-year experience requirement so many companies require?
4 Will I be able to pass typing tests given by employers if I’ve never typed real dictation?
5 Should I take an internship with a transcription company that promises to hire me after the 6 weeks of internship?
I wanted to help and wasn’t sure how to at first. I reflected back on my training and my own internship. I’ve also seen the subject from the employer’s point of view as a QA supervisor. So I answered her this way and I’d like to see what others think. Newbies and students should get a lot out of this.
• New graduates can rarely pass typing tests no matter which school they went to from my experience.
• I have supervised initial training and internships and have found most student’s prior education to be very poor. Most new grads are not ready to produce much transcription of quality for a couple of months.
• After interning, the newbies often quit shortly after training and the investment of my time was wasted. Most quit because they didn’t like the job or the hours, it wasn’t the pay.
• What MT company would want to act as a newbie trainer and have many quit or move on to other companies? They’d have huge turnover.
• Summing up, I’d say make sure the school offers a good basic education followed by an internship and strong post graduate job support. In fact, a guaranteed job if you can find it. If they don’t offer internship and grad support they probably have a weak basic class too. Stay with the first company for 2 years to learn the profession. After 2 years you’ve got the basis of a good looking resume and your new career is dependable.
She thanked me and made her decision.
I happened upon a company that offers paid internships
The company is in California. If you go to their website and click on the tab entitled "Join our Team," you'll find more info.
I'm not affiliated with the company and know nothing about them, just happened upon it while job searching for myself and though new MTs or graduates might be interested.
I've seen awful work from "experienced MTs and good work from new graduates
I've seen awful work from "experienced MTs and good work from new graduates.
Training and education really does make a difference. Some people just have 15 or 20 years of very bad experience. They may be fortunate that one employer was willing to hire and keep them, but if that one closed, they would be in trouble. It all depends on the person. some new graduates are a better bet then some experienced MTs. I would prefer to find an experienced MT with great skills and a teachable attitude, but many experienced MTs know everything and are only willing to do things the way they've always done them.
most psych work is included in multispecialty hospital work..sm
contracted to a medical transcription service that requires multispecialty experience because of the hospital work. Unfortunately, very rarely can a medical Transcriptionist these days be given only one specialty when working for a service or hospital. We have to be well versed in multi specialties. The Turn Around Time on demands have increased, and thus the service or hospital gives the MT many different types of work. Learn as many specialties and gain as much experience in different specialties, which in turn will make you a more valuable MT and more apt to gain employment.
Just be sure not to pay for work. There is an MTSO below who apparently charges to work for them (sm
It might be tempting when you're getting desperate for work to pay someone so you can work for them, but don't do it. You can buy software and a foot pedal on your own, so don't let them fool you. If you are approached via e-mail from this site by an MTSO saying they have work for you, please read the posts below before making any decisions.
Can you share where you work that the work is plentiful? nm
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NEWBIE HELP!!
Hello,
My name is Diana and I am a new MT, I just graduated from Texas Womens University and PIE with Gatlin Education and I have to find work soon. I have applied to many places but I do not have enough experience, but how can I gain experience when no one will give me a chance? I need any advice I can get. Please help me find work and ANY advice would be beneficial to me. Thank you so much.
Diana Strand
Newbie
Hi mommawolf23. Don't be frustrated. Keep going through those job boards and eventually you will find a place. Good luck.
renauda from Canada
Newbie Help
I have been out of school for about 8 months and I have worked for two different companies. The first job I had, while it gave me experience they had no benefits and they paid me very poorly. But, it gave me the experience I needed to pass a test at for a very good company that has benefits galore. My whole point is that even if you have to take a crappy job at first, do it. It will be worth it. I know that OSi hires newbies. They put you through a program that I have heard good things about.
Newbie pay...
starting at $10.90/hr, 800 lines per day, incentive pay and good benefits. Is this a good offer for in-house transcription job.
Thanks in advance.
RE: Newbie pay
Yes, very good pay in my opinion wherever you are located.
Newbie pay
If it gets your foot in the door and you can swing it, I'd say take it. You didn't say if this is clinic work or hospital, of course.
Newbie
Please let me know of the company that is hiring!
just another newbie
I am so new and I am getting ready to get done with my course and I am even wondering if I will even get hired or looked at. I know I am new. I dont have 2 year experience, but I wouldnt mind getting 2 years experience. Do you know who even hires someone without experience?? I just have what I learned through Allied Business School. Now I dont have the experience but I know if some company would give me a chance I would make then a good employee. Anyone could give me advice I would surely appreciate it.
I am newbie as well, but......
n/m
newbie
Well believe it or not if you go to superpages and pull up a list of physicians in your area, take the time to send a brief letter to them that you are a new transcriber in their area. Even though you may send out 100. You will probably get 10 or 20 responses. That is more than enough work.
A NEWBIE
I am a newbie to MT, not the medical field. I have been in this field for 17yrs. I am taking a course from A-Z Transcription, and I really feel like I am getting a quaility education. You will find there are rude people in every line of work, and like the previous person said, most are perfectionist. I am not, nor do i plan to be and I think the seasoned MT's need to pipe down and help the newbies out and not be so critical, becuase everyone of them were "newbies" at one time.
Just take a lot of what people say with a grain of salt, and do some research on your own, because frankly you will find better info,then getting it from someone else, and avoide being critisized for asking questions, and don't forget why you choose this field. For me, it is to be home with my children. I want to make this job a fun and rewarding one, otherwise I would stay in the rat-race of working in the hospital. Good luck, and if you ever need someone to talk to email me, as I am learning as I'm going too. 
Another Newbie
I know you've all heard this same story over and over but I am a graduate of At-Home Professions and have been looking for work from home for over two months. I've exhausted all possibilities locally and emailed countless resumes. I realize now that I should have done more research before choosing my school. I'm getting very discouraged; it seems like I'll never find that first job. Any suggestions or possibly an experienced Transcriptionist out there who would be willing to mentor me?
newbie
Yes, I've taken many tests and sent out more resumes than I can count with the same results. Many companies did't even respond. Congrats to you for getting two jobs, that's quite an accomplishment for a newbie. Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. I'll keep trying.
newbie
Is At-Home Professions not a good idea? I am looking into to thier course as we speak, and it seems o.k. I checked them out with the BBB. The payment plan I guess is what has me very interested in them, the other training courses do not have that. Please let me know if there is something I need to know before I enroll.
Thanks
newbie
after reading about uscarreer institute graduates not being hired anywhere I am totally depresses and don't know what to do as I have only 2months left until I am finished with the course.
newbie
I think the best way is to find a mentor in your area. That's what I did, and it worked out great.
Newbie that got a job!
I got a job! I wanted to let everyone know to not give up and keep moving forward in your search for a job. I just bombarded them with resumes. Most of the companies that I sent resumes sent me back a link that allowed me to test.
Here is a great word of advice (from an experienced MT on the boards) - start with the companies that are at the bottom of your list. You need to save the ones that are at the top of your list and that you would really like to be hired by. This way you will gain some experience at the testing process and be more comfortable by the time that you get to the ones that you like. I am a nurse and actually didn't do well on the first few tests that I took. I did okay, but I think I was so nervous and wanted to pass so bad that I messed up. After the first couple of ones, I settled down and passed! The person who hired me said I aced the test.
It does take time to hear back from each of the national companies. Also, check your local paper. I actually found a few positions available in my hometown that allows you to work from home. Networking is also important. As I was out and talking to people, I would mention what I was doing. I had several leads to doctor’s offices that way.
Also, I know that there are constantly questions about what schools are the best, etc. I signed up with the VLC. Most of the things that I have faced in the testing process were areas that the VLC provided training. Be sure to review your materials while you are waiting and as you are sending resumes, etc. Also, have your entire collection of reference materials close by and the internet available in case you need to look something up quickly. A lot of the tests are open book.
I wish you much success in your future endeavors. Good luck and remember to breathe! Michele
Also a newbie.
I recently graduated from an MT program as well, TechSkills. I guess part of the reason I didn't anticipate an employment problem is because an admissions rep. told me that they had problems with students staying and completing their program before they got jobs!!! I am certainly frustrated, but I haven't given up yet. I had heard Accuscribe was hiring, but I don't know if they are anymore.
for the newbie
When I first started about 6 years ago, I also had the same problem with hearing every 3-4 words the doc was saying. I had to swallow my pride and tell the doc I just could not transcribe for him because I could not understand his dictation. Please do not give up as it sounds like you truly want this. Remember, where 1 door closes another opens...just keep trying and best of luck to you!
Newbie
I was wondering if anyone has any advice on how to get started doing medical transcription. I went to a local business school and completed their program for medical transcription. The problem I keep running into is I get told I don't have enough experience. But how can I get the experience if nobody will give me a chance at a job so I can get the expericence that everyone wants. Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appericated.
newbie's
I am finishing up my training course for medical Transcriptionist to work at home but I don't have a clue on where to get started, what equipment to use, how to hook up, can anyone lend me some advise. I would really be thankful. I am very determined to do this and be successful. Thanks
Can anyone help a newbie?
I worked with a friend with over 15 years experience for about 3 years learning and learning some more. I fell for the myth that if you learn the job you could get a job, but found out much different. I then went to school for 2 years majoring in transcription and earned an Associates Degree just graduating this month. Does anyone know any companies or MTSO that will give me a chance. Have been testing and testing and getting call backs, but when they hear my experience they say no keep trying. If you do well enough on the tests for a call back why no job???? Any advice or companies to try would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!
not low pay in this era, especially for a newbie
since I can get MT's with 2 years + for 7-9 cpl EASY, I wouldn't hire a newbie for more than 6. Probably you can get 6.5 and get up to 7 or 8 by the time you have 2 years. At least you have worked for a year on the same accounts and you have some speed up...
Newbie needs some help
Hi, I'm a newbie and was just wondering if anyone has ever heard of/worked for AccuStat Carolinas? I think I just got hired...they didn't have me test, I just sent a resume. Can anyone help?
newbie, too
Hi
I will be in your same boat in about one more month. In reading these posts, I find that I am wondering how hard it will be to get started, since all the companies require experience. I would love to just get an apprenticeship somewhere, but then again, they don't seem to be plentiful, either. If you get something, I would be interested in some tips my way.
newbie
I am a new MT. I would love to do an internship for you, just where are you located?
Newbie
I also had a hard time looking for a job when I graduated. There are some companies that will hire. Try transcription resource which has many company lists.
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