Today, I learned that for the next two months I'll get to train physicians on how to use the computer program that has made my job obsolete. I've known this program was coming for months, but I didn't know it would be taking my job. FML
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Today, I found out the procedure manual I've been creating for months and finally finished is going to be used to train the person replacing me. FML
Today, I began training my replacement at work. She's a senior citizen. She got excited when I taught her how to highlight text on the screen and double-click the mouse because she "never knew how to do those fancy tricks." The job is entirely computer-based. I have to train her for 6 weeks. FML
Today, I started a new job. After being trained on several obscure computer programs I'm expected to use in just one day, my new boss informed me she's going on a week long vacation starting tomorrow. She's the only other person who knows how this program runs. FML
Today, I found out that I have three weeks to get better at my shitty job before we start discussing my "future" with the company. FML
Today, I was notified that I'm being discharged after two weeks because my employers don't have the time to train me at my first real job in six years. FML
Today, I was supposed to start a new job. I had accepted a new position with a different company three weeks ago, and gave my notice. At the time, I even trained my replacement. Today, I found out that my new work doesn't need me anymore. So, I'm unemployed. FML
Today, I was let go at work. About 2 years ago, we had hired an eager-to-learn "assistant" for me. When they canned me, they let me know that I should've trained him faster so I could've been fired sooner. FML
Today, I was basically treated to, "Hey, you're laid off by the end of the month. Oh, and would you mind training your replacement? We have budget cuts, and he works for less." FML
Today, after being told two weeks ago that my contract would be renewed, my boss managed to tell me that actually he had other applicants for the job. I will be let go, but he offered me two months extra so I could finish the projects he had me working on. FML
Today, my boss reached a new low when, after three software upgrades, she refused to let me update the user manual that I wrote a year ago. She has also cancelled the training sessions I set up to help people learn the new software. People are asking me why I'm not doing my job anymore. FML
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writergirl1029 17
Are you a medical scribe? Those are a dying breed. FYL.
tigerisabelle 31
Damn computers! In my day we did everything by hand and looked stuff up in encyclopedias and respected our elders! All jokes aside, that sucks OP. Best of luck.
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writergirl1029 17
Are you a medical scribe? Those are a dying breed. FYL.
SecundusSecunda 27
I'm a medical scribe, but I haven't heard of any computer program making our job obsolete... Oh no... I must get accepted into Hogwarts with that guy from the closet of the other FML, otherwise I'll soon be writing FML's of my own!
CogadhTallon 16
I would keep your options open, quite a few companies are doing exactly that. M*Modal, Nuance, Dragon, etc. they're getting better and better. Plus administrators are doing everything they can to cut costs. Good luck, I hate to see anyone lose work to automation, but that's the cold reality of things...
CrassKal 27
Physicians are some of the most stubborn people ever. Especially when it comes to someone trying to teach them something. I wouldn't be surprised if this doesn't turn out like your employers plan OP.
Patriots21 14
Okay, let's clarify here...physicians are stubborn (and get quite angry) when they are told how to do their job, like hearing people on FML give medical advice...They are not stubborn about learning in general, and while they may be reluctant to adapt new technology, they certainly won't be stubborn about it.
katachristic 19
Yeah, so reluctant to adapt that half the medical industry is just now getting off windows xp. Not stubborn at all.
nitant 13
Whats wrong with XP?? Its a wonderful OS. The only Windows thats fast, stable, light and consumer oriented. Other than that I love Windows 2000.
TheNewGuy03 29
19: Well ... the problem is that it's now 2016, and Microsoft has long withdrawn its support from that OS. You can't even mention the word "stability" when you talk about it now (no updates/support = no protection), and most modern applications simply won't run on it anyway, which is pretty much the point of having a computer in the first place. Just like 2000, XP had its time. W7 and 10 are actually pretty good OSs, too.
CogadhTallon 16
16: Physicians aren't against anything that makes their job easier. At a certain point, IT investment isn't worth the cost. As for why technology is so far behind, you can thank the government (HIPAA) and EMR companies for that. Most of that software is 15+ years old, and the gov't restrictions on data is ridiculous. You show physicians tech that works, keeps them compliant, and doesn't **** with their practice, and they'll be all over it like a fat kid on cake.
nitant 13
#24: so what if MS doesn't support it. It still does what it has to. And as far as updates are concerned, depends if you really need them. I dont, not on Parallels, when all the machine does is run WinRAR and other small software. No point upgrading to W10, then upgrading the software, buying a new computer and basically be out by 1000$ without any increase in use-ability. Latest is not always the best. The best is what suits your purpose.
blueknight1st 26
So what if MS doesn't support it!? If it's no longer supported that means it is vulnerable to hackers. Let's just give hackers easy access to sensitive information simply because "What's wrong with still using XP".
kfchicken 31
sensitive info is never kept on the computer itself it's all stored in a system with its own encryption.... how would any other doctor get access to your medical history...
DoctorBitch 15
Sorry OP, hope you are able to find a job elsewhere.
tigerisabelle 31
Damn computers! In my day we did everything by hand and looked stuff up in encyclopedias and respected our elders! All jokes aside, that sucks OP. Best of luck.
ssnow_fml 20
Try training to be a military pilot knowing that drones are replacing you more every day. I know how you feel OP.
SecundusSecunda 27
The drone pilots of the future will still be complaining about lag, EA will become an arms dealer and will still be trying to sell things in DLC for 15.99, in this case care packages, to our armed forces And angry Russians will still be screaming "CYKA BLYAT!" when their drones get shot down due to lag
freddygasman 18
That's worse than training your manager, I feel sorry for you. Good luck in the job hunt.
moodyreallyrocks 27
Feel your pain OP!
TheyCallMeDamien 18
Ouch. That hurts. Unfortunately this is the way of the future and nobody sees the inherent flaw.
it___happens 12
Dang op I hope you figure everything out
meliodafool_ 15
gotta love structural unemployment.