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15+ years experience and can not get employment - ldskunz

Posted: Mar 23, 2010

I worked for Viera Diagnostic in Viera, Florida for the past 3 years. I broke my leg recently and they said they didn't need me anymore, as I need physical therapy three times a week to insure mobility in the future. I have over 15 years experience and cannot find a job. Anyone have any ideas. I did one test for one company, they said I did not pass. I am wondering if I should throw in the towel. I love this work and feel that I am a very good transcriptionist. Any ideas are welcome.

So sorry for your situation...sm - blondie

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What type of transcription did you do? Like acute care, clinic, a certain specialty, etc?
I would say keep testing. Another thing, a lot of the companies go by the AAMT BOS. So, you need to study up on that before you take tests. Good luck.

no job hits - ldkunz

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Thanks so much for your answer. I have done it all. Acute care; basic four, clinic, specialities including orthopedics, cardiology, etc. My last position was in radiology. I will study my AAMT Guidelines before taking another test. Again, thanks for your reply.

A radiology position just posted on the job board. - NM

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Thnx - ldkunz

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Thanks for your help.

Fired because you had an injury that requires PT for - a while in order to heal? Doesnt sound LEGAL.

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May or may not fall under the Americans With Disabilities Act. It may only be temporary, but you ARE currently disabled and need PT for it. And it's not like you can't still work - you CAN. You just need some flexibility in your schedule until you complete your PT. Usually companies are REQUIRED BY LAW to make certain reasonable accomodations for people who have a disability, but can still work. Adjusting your schedule should be so easy for them, it's a no-brainer.

I would ALSO contact your STATE LABOR BOARD.

Thnx - ldkunz

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Thanks for your input. I did try that avenue;however, I do not fall into the category of "disabled", as I can still work.

What about other things, like regular Dr. appts? Or - your power going out? S--t happens. sm

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Don't those people get that? Sooner or later, EVERYONE needs a little leeway once in a while. If you can still work, I don't see a legal reason why they can fire you (or would even WANT to). As soon as your PT is complete, you're back on your regular schedule, right? I don't see how any rational manager can believe that sacking a trained, productive MT just for getting injured and requiring medical care, can justify the cost of having to advertise for, hire, and train a new employee.

It happens. Had it happen to me as well with another company. - Another OP situation

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If you are not that "robot" punching out the lines, they can and will do that. Bottom line = income in their pockets. This shows how ungreat a company is when not willing to work with you. My situation was very similar to OPs, 15+ years exp., out the door when medical issues arose. Sh*t happens but they don't care!!!

fired for disability - tired MT

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Firing you for a disability happens all the time. My son, age 32, had to have a hip replacement and was off almost a year from Whirlpool due to complications of the procedure. When he was ready to return to work he worked about 3 or 4 months and then they fired him because he said he was not productive enough. When he first went back to work, they gave him the most physically demanding job in the plant, not suitable for people with hip replacements but there were many other line jobs that he could have worked. They did not want him because he was using too much insurance.

No, do not quit, with your experience you will find a job! nm - keep applying!

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nm

Idskunz - Sorry for you. - Ruthless Business

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I hope you applied for unemployment. Do so immediately, as there is a 1 week waiting period. It will be about half of what you made. You can apply online too. I got it and took my time, 6 weeks, to find the job I wanted but I have to tell you, it took about 25 applications and lots of testing.

If you are all healed, you might try the state jobs on your state's website as mentioned in above post, getting out of this business.

I hope all goes well for you. I am sure you were dedicated and did not deserve this.

MT - Pat

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I am looking for experienced MT's if you want to contact me.

Thanks.

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