It's always great to meet new MTs entering the field. There are so many opportunities emerging for future documentation specialists. We had a lively discussion before my send off in Tuscon today with Tina and MaryBeth regarding the future risk management and compliance roles for transcriptionists - with the health insurance market as a primary employer. The challenge will be to educate and build new roles that bridge to careers with today's MT.
When I arrived in Carlsbad, I was greeted by Bonnie Bakal, CMT, FAAMT, Pat Bowen, CMT, FAAMT, and Rusty (I didn't catch his last name), a new MT working for DTS America. Rusty has a great deal of enthusiasm and many new ideas for making the local chapter a success. He plans to be the president-elect of the local chapter, so he can spend a year learning from Bonnie on how to run the chapter. Bonnie has become the hometown hero for MTs in the area. The group filled me in on their plans to start a new chapter in Carlsbad, New Mexico, and talked about how successful their state meeting was over the past weekend. Pat Bowen mentioned that one-third of the state members attended the conference and she believes there is a new found excitement in New Mexico with an alliance developing with the New Mexico Health Information Management Association.
Post Script
It seemed to be a long haul into Carlsbad, New Mexico. I learned to keep the air in the car circulating rather than circulate air from the outside. That may be the reason for becoming a little under the weather - unless it's because I'm not used to sitting in one position for so many hours. The scenery was spectacular, especially around the mountain range I drove through south of El Paso into New Mexico. The border police stopped me to check my citizenship around the New Mexico border.
475 miles driven today
1,226 total miles driven
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Peter, that is great news about a new Chapter in Carlsbad. I love getting up early to read your posts.
Peter - Very interesting conversations and lessons as you work your way across the country. Thanks for keeping us posted and sharing your insights with us. We'll be following your progress as you head to your new digs in DC. Thanks for the call yesterday and I hope you can sense that we're traveling with you! Susan.
Hey Peter -- I'm enjoying this virtual trip across country with you. I know you had a good time with Pat Bowen in New Mexico.
Keep us posted -- drive safely -- wear that seat belt...
Betty :)
Pater, Thanks for doing so much for our organization, focusing everyone en route on our core values and mission. There better not be a nationwide Starbucks shortage by the time you get to D.C.
Diana
Hey there Peter. See you in Atlanta! I know your trip will be something you will never forget!! Be safe!
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