During a recent MT Week celebration, Encompass employees were asked to respond to the following sentence: I love my career at Encompass . . . Ask me why! The following are some of their responses.
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“I love my job as a medical transcriptionist. It is fun and challenging and very interesting at times. I love Encompass because of the flexibility. My career allows me to be a mother, wife and homemaker while enjoying a good paying career. I am also interested in the new challenges as technology evolves with speech recognition.”
Mary S.
Huron, SD
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“I love my career at Encompass because I have the freedom to work at home without having to go into an office. I have flexibility of my schedule to fit my needs, as well of those of my family. Help is readily available from the support staff when needed and most of the time they have an answer to my questions, or know where to get it.”
Kim O.
Mapleton, ND
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“I like working at Encompass Medical Transcription for many reasons, but I think the main reason is the friendliness of all the staff! The staff at Encompass is very helpful and friendly and has made my transition from leaving my old job and coming here very smooth. From day one, I felt the Encompass staff have made me feel welcome…and answered all my many questions (and were very patient when I had multiple computer problems!) I feel like every day I learn something new in this field/career and it really helps to have pride in the place I work. I also really enjoy working with my account manager, Ellen, as she has been most helpful with everything, and a just great person all around. I also like the health benefits here and the flexibility we are given with our work schedules.”
Kristin S.
Hamilton, IL
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“I love my job at Encompass because it is so flexible. The managers are very accommodating whenever you have something you need off for - either to take PTO or to re-arrange your schedule. I LOVE this because with kids you just never know what might come up. I have saved thousands of dollars in child care because I am able to work out of my home. All of the support staff and Tamara are kind, good people and they care about us - wonderful career and wonderful employer!!”
Jennifer M.
Waterford, WI
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“Here is why I love my career at Encompass:
1. The very first thing is working for Tamara. I have never met a more understanding, caring, accommodating person when it comes to a boss. Tamara is very approachable whether it is a personal topic or work related. There are not many people like her around. I appreciate her very much.
2. This is a job that I love because it is an ever-changing field where you learn something new just about every single day, and I Iove that. It keeps you up to snuff with what is going on in the medical field as far as new treatments and drugs used etc.
3. I love the comfort of working out of my home. It has enabled me to be here with both of my kids, my son since he was 1 and my daughter since she was 5, and I would not want it any other way. It also allows me to be with my nonhuman kids so they can be let out during the day and so that they have someone home with them as well!! The flexibility of hours is wonderful allowing you to work around children, appointments, family functions, trips, etc.
4. I feel the benefits that Encompass offers are great. Tamara is trying hard and succeeding in keeping her benefits right at the top level, which is hard to do given the rising costs in healthcare these days. I appreciate having those offered to me and my family.”
Wendy H.
Wind Lake, WI
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“I love my career at Encompass because it has given me back the joy of working in my field again. It presents me with new challenges and the support that is given is phenomenal. I love the way everyone is so positive in their outlooks and attitudes. Benefits are great. I haven't been this happy working in a very long time.”
Kat U.
Salem, WI
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“I love my job because it is flexible and allows me to be home with my kids.”
Heather K.
Hudson, WI
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“I love my career at Encompass, where do I begin? ... I have totally enjoyed my work and actually look forward to getting up and typing in the mornings (most of the time in my pj's, which is an extra bonus). All of the employees from Tamara on down, have been so helpful, considerate, understanding, and encouraging. The feedback that I get from the supervisors and the editors is very useful and helps make me a better transcriptionist….These are just some of the reasons why I love my career at Encompass. Thank you.”
Connie K.
Appleton, WI
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“There are many reasons why I love my job at Encompass! I enjoy the flexibility of scheduling. I also very much appreciate the availability, response, and support I have received from my managers and the positive feedback from DQTC/DQS/QA. I feel I have learned a great deal during the time I have worked for Encompass. The benefits are great, especially offering reimbursement for CMT and attending MT symposiums, benefits that some hospitals no longer offer. I appreciate that they recognize MT week and appreciate their employees. I also love the accounts I am on and the ability to do various types of reports and learn new technology.”
Sarah B.
Manchester, NH
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“I love my career at Encompass because it allows me to take my daughter to school, pick her up from school, stay home with her when she’s sick, attend all of her field trips, serve lunch at my daughter’s school, be flexible with my hours to go to any appointments, see my husband every day at lunchtime and work the schedule I want and need. Encompass also has an excellent support staff. They never make you feel like you’re asking a ‘stupid question.’ They always provide timely and excellent feedback. I love my clients, and my manager is super! I love the fact that I am available for my daughter at home when she needs me (even when she doesn’t think she needs me!). I get to work in sweats, shorts or pajamas if I want to, and I don’t have to wear makeup, travel distances in the car or spend money on gas to get to work. I also get to work with my beloved golden retriever who keeps me company while I work. I love working from home and being here for my family. It’s the next best thing to being a full-time homemaker and mom. I love Encompass and what it offers me. It’s a perfect fit.”
Susan M.
Hustisford, WI
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“From my very first conversation with Lisa in HR and then meeting Tamara at an informational meeting about Encompass, I have felt like a very important part of a huge wonderful family! Everyone is so helpful and caring! It's great to be able to work from home! I enjoy getting up and "going" to work each day (although it doesn't seem like work)! The wages and benefits are outstanding! Do I LOVE my career at Encompass?? YOU BET!! I brag about Encompass every chance I get!! I just wish I had found out about Encompass sooner!”
Janet I.
Loraine, IL
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“I love my job with Encompass because I have met so many nice people, always helpful. I have learned so many things and am excited to be learning more. My job also gives me the flexibility I need to be able to take care of my mom and my husband. I really wish I would have come here much sooner. Thank you so much!!!!!”
GaLynn A.
Paxton, IL
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“I love my career at Encompass - and this is why:
Honestly, there are just so many things that I love about my career with Encompass; it is difficult to know where to begin! First and foremost, I thoroughly enjoy, respect and appreciate the people I work with; my manager, my DQTCs, my DQSs, the trainers I had just over a year (!) ago - all top notch and I am blessed to have worked with each and every one of them. My team at Encompass has been just wonderful in being flexible with my schedule… I just cannot even begin to say how much it is appreciated!
Secondly, one just cannot beat working from home (or on ‘vacation,’ whichever the case may be). How many people can say that they can wear pajamas, drink scads of coffee, let the dogs out (and in, then out, then back in), and occasionally throw in a load of laundry while they are at work? I am grateful to be one of those people!
Thirdly, back to Encompass - I have learned so much in the time I have been with the company. Even though I know there are a lot of employees, my team always has time to help me with any questions I have - even the ‘temporary amnesia’ ones. I have been in this field for - gosh – more than 15 years, and Encompass has just blown me away with their training, support, and overall team feel.
Lastly, if there is any better indicator of how much I love my career at Encompass, it is this: I recruited my mother and my aunt to work with us, and there is nothing more important to me than family.”
Keli P.
Des Moines, IA
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“I love my work with Encompass because it is so versatile and gives me the freedom to set my own schedule. It is wonderful to have flexible hours, especially having a young son! Being able to work at my own pace and be paid for how many lines I type is a wonderful incentive to work hard and be the best at what I do. I enjoy my supervisors and editors, who are always supportive and happy to help with any questions. It is wonderful to be able to work from home and still enjoy the benefits of health insurance, paid time off, etc. I often am asked by others about my work, and I'm quick to recommend medical transcription as a great career choice.”
Kara F.
Sioux Falls, SD
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“I love my Encompass MT Career for a myriad of reasons. At the top of the list is the fact that I learn something new every day, and most days, many new things! Holding a degree in biology but not wanting to teach, I had to find a way to have a career that used my science background and this is perfect! I also love I can work in my pajamas or covered in blankets, with dirty or clean hair, no makeup, and choose the hours I desire I am fairly new to Encompass but so far I have found all of my contacts to be helpful, friendly and professional. That is a plus! Last but not least, I currently LOVE that I do not have fill my van on a daily or weekly basis!! Thanks, Encompass!”
Lori A.
Milford, OH
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“Encompass is an AWESOME company to work for and the people are very professional, friendly and always willing to give a helping hand. Encompass also has GREAT benefits including health, 401(k), long and short term disability and PTO. You also can get GREAT incentives for working on hospital accounts which include incentives for working evenings and weekends. Encompass also has great speech recognition software, which is WONDERFUL.! So, if you ask me you are missing out a lot if you don’t join the ENCOMPASS TEAM!!!”
Cheryl S.
South Milwaukee, WI
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“It is the best job I could ever ask for or have dreamed of. I never imagined waking up every day ready and happy to go to work. Encompass has the best staff and employees. The people working at Encompass go out of their way to make you feel appreciated and help in any way possible if you ever need it. Encompass has wonderful benefits and chances for promotion. There is always someone available for you at any time of day or night, ready and willing to help with anything at all. I thank God that I found this job. I will be working here for the rest of my life. I love this job and everyone I work with. I just couldn't ask for anything better.”
Tosha C.
Lacey’s Spring, AL
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“I have shared my love of my job with Encompass with many ex-co-workers, and family and friends. They ask ‘what's so great about it?’ I tell them that the flexibility is awesome, the account I have is a wonderful fit for me, my supervisor is friendly and kind, and everyone understands what it is like to ‘work at home’ because the majority of Encompass employees do work out of their homes. They all understand time restraints, children, pets, husbands, sports, injuries and illnesses. I feel that I have finally found an employer that gives 100%, as I give my 100%. Encompass truly is in a class by itself! Encompass set the standards, they set them high, and I am proud to be part of their accomplishment in the medical industry!”
Bernice B.
West Bend, WI
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“Why I love my career at Encompass....Because I feel Encompass needs me…because I feel I can make a difference. I can see many areas for teaching and training, and sharing of information and skills I have learned along life's way…because there is a lot I feel I can learn with Encompass…because of the people…my coworkers, and MT’s that I have come to ‘virtually’ know…because I love working in my slippers…because I feel I can make a contribution to the organization and make a difference in the lives of many others.”
Deb E.
Bemidji, MN
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“MY TOP 10 REASONS FOR LOVING MY CAREER AT ENCOMPASS:
10.) I don't have to buy fancy clothes to go to work each day.
9.) I save a ton of money in gas because I don't have to drive to work each day.
8.) Since I have the privilege of working at home, my kids are very well-behaved. I know what they and their friends are doing at all times both after school and during those long summer days!
7.) I never get bored during a typical work day because of the variety of work types and various dictators available to transcribe for.
6.) I personally enjoy being able to tell people that I can work in several states within a typical work day – at times in Wisconsin, then a bit in Missouri, and maybe some in Michigan – all while living in Florida and with no travel time or travel expense involved. They are really impressed, even though I think at times they don't believe me!
5.) I have actually become somewhat computer-literate, thanks to Laura. I'm beginning to keep up with her as she walks me through program-related issues on the phone, and especially when she takes over my computer screen and does the work herself via GoToMeeting! My favorite topic recently is ‘Screen Resolution Settings’ because when I speak of this particular computer option to someone, they have to ask me what the heck I'm talking about!
4.) Even though I physically work alone on a daily basis, I do not feel this to be the case. With the Editor/DQ staff available to me while I am working each day, the ability to IM or e-mail account supervisors and managers, and of course access to the Encompass web site, I feel that I really do work in a fully staffed office setting.
3.) Working for an organization as opposed to be an individual subcontractor is truly a blessing. When I need time off work to spend with family for special events, illness, or any other reasons, I know that there are others available to pick up the slack for me. In turn, when those others need time off for themselves, I can't wait to jump in and help out.
2.) Even though I have never met any of the people that I work for, or along with, I do feel like I know them personally and can consider them all my true friends, simply because of the great communication system which Encompass has in place.
AND LAST BUT ABSOLUTELY NOT LEAST . . .
1.) Even though I have been a CMT for more than 12 years now, never a day goes by when working for Encompass that I fail to learn something new.”
Julie M.
Wesley Chapel, FL