Careers & Employment - January 2007

2007-01-09 06:50:32 · 6 answers · asked by Johnny A 3

I have spent the last 10 years telecommuting from home as a medical editor/transcriptionist. I would like to get out of the house now and look for work in a medical environment (office, hospital, etc.) as a secretary/receptionist. I have an excellent background in medical terminology/pharmacology and very good computer skills , but I don't necessarily have much experience in office skills.

I bought several current textbooks and CDs that teach medical office skills, such as filing insurance claims, scheduling, coding, etc. (These are textbooks that are used by colleges for the medical office specialist program.) I did these courses thoroughly and feel I have a good understanding of the processes involved.

What I'm wondering is if there is some way I can include these on my resume? I feel as if I know just as much as if I had actually taken these courses in school, and I feel they are crucial to at least getting my foot in the door for an interview. Any suggestions? Thanks.

2007-01-09 06:48:44 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Sounds like a double standard if you ask me...

2007-01-09 06:44:39 · 9 answers · asked by Chuck Dhue 4

Please help...
My partner works in a small office of 8 people investing stock for retired people. He has no financial background but is getting a masters in public administration. His boss who hired him knew of this but could tell how intelligent he is & knew that he just needed training. He was told that sufficient training would be provided.

Problem:
The training that was promised is NOT THERE. Worse, the woman who is training him is VERY nasty & unhelpful to the point where he doesn't want to ask her anything because he feels like a burden.

My advice was this: He should not let the woman's "figure it out yourself" attitude get to him & ask any & ALL questions until he feels comfortable. If problems persist, he should respectfully approach the "boss" (there's no HR manager, just 2 owners of the company) & inform them of the situation / how he feels.

Is that bad advice? I don't think he should quit because all he needs is training.

2007-01-09 06:38:48 · 3 answers · asked by :-) 3

I am actively looking for a new job, but don't really want to waste time filling out applications and going on interviews for a postion that is not going to pay what I want. When is it appropiate to ask what the salary is?

2007-01-09 06:33:34 · 12 answers · asked by august 2

2007-01-09 06:32:05 · 1 answers · asked by Sharonzeke 2

There are a couple of questions I've always had some trouble with that are always asked. I try to plan ahead for them, but I just never seem to find an answer I'm comfortable with.
1. Tell me about yourself. My question? What exactly is it you want to know? What kind of information do you want?
2. What did you not like about your last job/boss? I always thought it was inappropriate to say negative things about your previous employer in an interview. My resume says who I worked for last, so I thought it was unprofessional to say negative things about it. How do you handle this question?

2007-01-09 06:27:34 · 6 answers · asked by Lady in Red 4

I'm at home, are you at work, home, school, etc?

2007-01-09 06:27:18 · 12 answers · asked by kristin22 4

I know there are pharmasist techs that refill the medicine and such, but what is the actual job of a pharmasist and why do they have to go to school for such a long time?

2007-01-09 06:25:26 · 3 answers · asked by rider476 2

If you could help me out with this questionaire that would be very helpful and i would be awfully greatful.

[[Right ive got to create 8 questions for people to awnser about there job but on the subject of motivation, such as {what motivates you in ?hairdressing?} like that!]]

I have to start off with the first one saying [[What is your job title]] so that would be Q1. If you could help me by giving me the jist with some questions that would be mostly appreciated and the best one would obviously get 10 points.

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU

-Cameron-

2007-01-09 06:20:04 · 10 answers · asked by § gαввαηα § 5

My husbands place of work called my phone and threatened and cussed at him on our answering machine. Is there anything saying that owners can't just call employees phones and cuss? Oh and can owners fire you for not coming in on a day that your not scheduled? And can they say you quit because you don't go in on a day your not scheduled?

2007-01-09 06:07:30 · 5 answers · asked by tammy 1

What can companies actually offer/do when they say they will help with relocation?

2007-01-09 06:03:57 · 3 answers · asked by Stephen 3

Please help...
My partner works in a small office of about 8 people investing stock for retired people. He has no financial background but is getting a masters in public administration. The woman who hired him (the "boss") knew of this and told him that sufficient training would be provided.

Problem:
He has very little financial background and the training that was promised is NOT THERE. The woman who is training him is VERY nasty and unhelpful to the point where he doesn't want to ask her anything because he feels like a burden.

If it was me, I would have no problem respectfully putting my foot down to this woman and asking any questions, regardless of if I'm being a "burden" because it's her job to train me. I would not let the woman's "figure it out yourself" attitude get to me and ask any and all questions until I feel comfortable. If problems persisted, I would respectfully approach the "boss" and inform them of the situation / how I feel. Is that bad advice to give him?

2007-01-09 05:55:25 · 5 answers · asked by :-) 3

2007-01-09 05:53:27 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-09 05:52:03 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-09 05:41:36 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Anyone know of stay at home jobs that are available?

2007-01-09 05:33:54 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Went back to work yesterday after the holidays. All was fine for the first hour, I.E we stood around discussing what we got up to at xmas etc, But then the rot set in, every minute seems like an hour and you'd rather be anywhere than there. Then oddly when you leave work your mood lifts and all is fine. Then back in today again, I'm a morning person but as soon as I get into work I am just completely pissed off, I spent today thinking how I could make money working from home but came up with nothing worth while.

2007-01-09 05:29:03 · 4 answers · asked by david j 1

im looking for a job that's interesting and pays well (above min wage) any ideas?

2007-01-09 05:19:21 · 8 answers · asked by bboyballer112 2

I'm currently working as a cashier for $8 an hour and it just aint payin the bills so I'm desperatly looking for a steady decent paying job. I have never really had an "office job" before but I know about computers and bookkeeping and all that jazz. I've heard a few things about these temp agencies but I'm not really sure how it all works. Do you end up at a different job every day? Do they pay well? Do you have any say about where you will be working?

I know that I could contact one of these agencies and ask these questions but I want to hear from people who have actually done this. Thanks

2007-01-09 05:17:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have been applying for Jobs, looking for a Apartment. What else can I do, to make this happen by July of this year? Please, give me some handy Tips.

2007-01-09 05:11:46 · 2 answers · asked by jamaica91 1

Does anyone know if the SMC work program really works??? I am seriously considering a work from home opportunity, but I need to be sure that I dont waste my time or money. I f anyone knows of any other jobs, please let me know. Thanks.

2007-01-09 05:10:29 · 1 answers · asked by silent 1

2007-01-09 05:08:00 · 2 answers · asked by teardrops.a^o7 1

who here hates their boss and why. I am not having a good time here and work and I need to know that others hate their boss' too. :-) thanks guys. make me really feel good about my job and you will get 10 points

2007-01-09 05:05:36 · 5 answers · asked by a.gatenby 3

teacher,nurse which is the best choice ?

which one the most indemand job and earn enought money?

thanks

2007-01-09 05:05:13 · 3 answers · asked by confusegirl 1

2007-01-09 04:59:10 · 4 answers · asked by Brandon B 1

1. BS in Accounting followed by an MBA with a Management emphasis
2. BS in Management followed by an MBA with an Accounting/Finance emphasis
3. BS in Accounting followed by a general MBA with no emphasis
4. Other???

2007-01-09 04:58:56 · 1 answers · asked by Dan 1

And how to accomplish all these?

2007-01-09 04:58:10 · 3 answers · asked by freemind ci 2

when you have a boss that says very offensive things to you and your coworkers and demands repsect, what do you do? I mean do you just not say anything at all? My coworkers are afraid to stand up for themselves, but this is ridiculous to have to endure so many offensive remarks from day to day.

2007-01-09 04:35:34 · 9 answers · asked by Mariachi 2

2007-01-09 04:30:48 · 5 answers · asked by esthellar28 3