Healthcare Job Search Tips
View all posts9 Tips for Writing an Engaging Resume
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - August 4, 2021
Although a resume alone won't get you a job, you won't be getting one without it. For this reason, you need to make sure it is compelling and engaging to the hiring managers. After all, only 7 seconds are spent on average reviewing a resume, so you'll need a hook.
How to Write the Perfect Cover Letter
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - July 13, 2021
Cover letters are an art form that can either make or break your job application. They display your personal interest in the opening and give management insight into your thought processes and what you're after. Though not as achievement-oriented as a resume, they offer valuable information to hiring managers that may land you your dream job.
Interview Tips for New Healthcare Providers
By Faith A. Coleman, MD - June 23, 2021
In this article Dr. Faith Coleman provides some excellent tips about securing an interview, and the interview process, for doctors, nurses, and anyone who is coming out of training and seeking their first new job in healthcare.
The 9 Don’ts of Interviewing
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - June 10, 2021
There are many helpful guides on what you should be doing during a job interview, but it is equally important to understand what NOT to do in these situations. Here are 9 things you should avoid in any job interview.
Alternative Health Care Careers for Those Who Need a Break from Patient Care
By Tammy McKinney, RN - April 29, 2021
For those who need a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday patient care, there are many alternative career options open to healthcare workers. From insurance specialists to authors, there are many viable options available to those with a medical background.
Following Up on an Application Without Sounding Desperate
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - April 20, 2021
Following up after the submission of a job application is a gray area. On one hand, you don't want to be too immediate to give the sense that you are desperate, but you also shouldn't wait too long and be thought of as apathetic. Within this article are a few helpful tips for toeing this line with deft.
Alternative Careers in Medicine: Internal Consulting
By David Beran, DO - March 24, 2021
If you're tired of the daily grind with patient work and aren't up to the busy traveling life of external consulting, internal consulting may be an interesting career option. Here are 8 questions about the profession dissected for easy comprehension.
Maximizing Your Shadowing Experience
By Tammy McKinney, RN - March 9, 2021
During the search for your first job or a new position, you may find yourself with an opportunity to shadow someone working in a similar position. Shadowing is an excellent way to discover the real day-to-day operations and flow of a company, so if you're fortunate enough to have the opportunity, you should always say "yes!"
11 Questions Physicians Should Ask During A Job Interview
By David Beran, DO - March 3, 2021
While you must be prepared to answer questions in a job interview, you must also be equally prepared to ask questions of your own. Here are 11 questions that are sure to get you all the information you need regarding your prospective new employer.
How to "Reference Check" a Potential Employer
By Riia O'Donnell - February 9, 2021
33% of new hires admit to quitting their jobs within the first 90 days. When you sit down to be interviewed, you must consider that you're also interviewing the company for yourself to see if they're a good fit for your expectations. Here are three best practice tips on how to "reference check" your employer before signing any contracts.
