-Begin by compiling a list of all your experiences, accomplishments, and skills

-From the compiled list chose the data which is applicable to the position you are applying to

-Beneath the applicable experiences, provide a concise summary of your role

-Be sure to place the most relevant experiences first, and chose a format of your choice

-Some resume features you may include are: education, relevant or work experience, honors and awards, professional certifications, skills, career objective, and many others.

-Personalize it! You don’t want your resume to look like everyone else’s!

-Exclude any personal information

-Don’t forget to edit. Have a friend and a faculty member edit your resume.

-To learn more about resume writing strategies, access the internets endless resources on resume writing. Contacting your school’s career center is another great way to get the help needed.

Interviewing Tips

So you’ve made it through the resume writing step of your job search, but it’s not over yet. An interview is the ultimate way to stand out to an employer, and it is also the way to make or break the deal. However, it’s important to remember that although the hospital has numerous questions for you, it is also the time for you to ask questions as well!

-Assess your skills and accomplishments so that you will be able to emphasize these upon interviewing

-Research the organization with whom you are interviewing. This will impress the interviewers and will show your degree of interest

-Prepare for questions that may be asked of you. Do you have examples of your skills in action, how you’ve reacted to certain situations, etc.

-Come prepared with questions to ask the interviewers. Don’t forget that this is the time for you to learn more about the job as well!

-Arrive early to the interview

-Dress professionally

-Come prepared with copies of your resume and letters of reference

-Ask when you’ll be notified of the decision

-Thank the interviewers!