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Resume Tips – One Size Does Not Fit All
When you are a job seeker, everyone has advice for you on how to write a résumé. Many advice columns, unfortunately, are extremely general and fail to account for the real differences in position requirements. A prime example of this […]
Read moreWhat Makes an Ideal Healthcare Candidate?
You may have found the perfect job and plan to submit a resume. Now you hope that you are the perfect candidate for the position. The qualities that make someone a good candidate for a job vary depending on the […]
Read moreStaying Healthy in Healthcare
If you work in healthcare, you know what an interesting and rewarding career it can be. Doctors, paramedics, technicians and nurses all play a part in making people’s lives better. They have an opportunity to make a difference, sometimes during […]
Read moreVacation With a Purpose: Exploring Volunteer Opportunities in Healthcare
Most of us get into the medical field because we like helping people. We get a deep sense of satisfaction from offering our services to our patients. Sometimes, however, we desire to do more, whether it’s down the street or […]
Read more10 Simple and Effective Resume Writing Tips
There is no lack of articles on the internet about how to write a resume. As a former recruiter, people tell me that they find these articles confusing and unhelpful. For this post, I compiled a list of the most […]
Read moreThank You Notes: The Forgotten Job Search Tool
The Forgotten Job Search Tool People often ask me if candidates should still send thank you notes after interviews. Other people wonder if the advice to send a thank you note applies to healthcare job seekers. I always answer yes […]
Read moreManaging Conflict and Tension within a Healthcare Team
Workplace conflicts may be inevitable in all professions imbued with a hierarchical structure. However, the consequences may be especially dire when the healthcare team is rendered dysfunctional due to conflict. In today’s multidisciplinary healthcare systems, the physician is fortunately no […]
Read more10 Tips for Surviving Night Shift in Healthcare
Working in healthcare can be a great career choice for a variety of reasons. Whether you are working as a nurse, tech or physician assistant, you have the opportunity to make on impact on your patients, which can be very […]
Read moreHIPAA and Social Media: A Simple Guide
Most people have some sort of social media account. While it is a great medium for sharing family photos, funny videos, or interesting news stories, it has become a big liability for medical employers. A growing consequence is the unintended […]
Read moreAvoid Social Media Sins in Healthcare
The minute Laura met Casey, she was smitten. The tow-haired little boy captured her heart as soon as she walked into his hospital room. He seemed so small sitting in his hospital bed, reading to his stuffed rabbit. Laura was […]
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