1. Employment Strategies
Chapter 48
Employment Strategies

2. Developing a Strategy Attitude and mindset Self-assessment
Direct and transferable skills

3. Developing a Strategy Budgetary needs analysis
Determine required income
Keep diary of all purchases
Itemize basic expenditures
Estimate amount of money needed to live on

4. Job Analysis and Research
Begins before graduation
Visit or telephone clinics to determine duties of a medical assistant
Dress appropriately when visiting
Consider geographical area where you want to work

5. Job Analysis and Research
Compile list of potential employers
Yellow pages
Job expositions
Internet
Want ads

6. Job Analysis and Research
Compile list of potential employers
AAMA/AMT publications
Program directors and instructors
Network with externship site personnel
Employment agencies
Your personal provider and staff
Network with previous graduates
Friends and acquaintances

7. Job Analysis and Research
Begin research
Use contact tracker to prevent confusion and keep track of valuable information

8. Résumé Preparation Definition of a résumé Uses of résumés
Résumé specifications
One page long
One to one and one-half inch margins
Capitalize major headings

9. Résumé Preparation Résumé specifications Single space between lines
Double space between sections
Use bullet point lists
Bond stationery 8 1/2 x 11 inches
Weight between 16 and 25 pounds
Buff or ivory paper with matching envelope
Use computer or word processor

10. Résumé Preparation Clear and concise résumés Short
Easy to read and understand
Positive statements
Do not mislead or exaggerate
Leave out the word “I”

11. Résumé Preparation Accomplishments Accomplishment statements
Power verbs
(Figure 48-3)

12. Résumé Preparation References Variety of references
How to choose someone as a reference
Ask permission to use as reference
References can help you
Keep in touch with references
Thank your references

13. Résumé Preparation Accuracy Proofread Eliminate repetition
Summarize employment prior to 10 years ago

14. Résumé Styles Chronological résumé
Organized with most important information listed first
Managers take only about 10 seconds to scan a résumé
Advantages and disadvantages
Figure 48-4

15. Résumé Styles Functional résumé Targeted résumé
Highlights specialty areas of accomplishment and strengths
Advantages
Targeted résumé
Focuses on a clear, specific job target
Contains career objective
Adds substance when work experience is minimal
Figure 48-5

16. Résumé Styles E-résumé
Electronic résumé delivered via , submitted to Internet job boards, or placed on Web pages
Employers posting jobs on their own Web sites generally expect an e-résumé
Requires special preparation

17. Résumé Styles E-résumé Text résumé is very versatile
Use keywords that relate to the position
Front-load the résumé with key words

18. Résumé Preparation Vital résumé information
Your full name and address
Your telephone number
Your education
Your work experience
Skills necessary for the job
Top errors found in resumes

19. Application/Cover Letters
To potential employers
Highlights qualifications and experience
Enhances résumé
Figure 48-7A
Figure 48-7B

20. Application/Cover Letters
Should sell you
Guidelines to follow
Information mapping

21. Completing the Application Form
Answer every item completely
Read all directions carefully
Application organized to suit needs of employer

22. Completing the Application Form
Include volunteer or externship experience if possible
Refer to copy of your résumé, application letter, and reference list

23. The Interview Process Interview definition The look of success
Goal of the interviewer and interviewee
The look of success
Outward appearance
Project a confident and professional appearance

24. The Interview Process
Watch the video

25. The Interview Process Preparing for the interview
Study the organization
Have available: copy of cover letter, résumé, transcript, recommendation, and any certifications
Check map for directions or make trip day before interview
Introduce yourself confidently
Observe office setting while waiting
Assign or discuss the critical thinking box

26. The Interview Process The actual interview
Take your cues from the interviewer
Sit erect in chair with feet flat on floor
Be prepared for kinds of questions
Think before answering questions

27. The Interview Process Interviewing the employer Closing the interview
Danger signs
Questions to ask the interviewer
Closing the interview
Ask questions about the organization
Thank interviewer
Ask about follow-up procedures

28. Interview Follow-Up Follow-up letter Follow up by telephone
Day or two after interview
Express interest in organization
Express being considered for position
Follow up by telephone
Week after interview
Tell reason for calling
Thank person

29. After You Are Employed Advancing your career
Dealing with difficult people
Getting a raise

30. Professionalism Display a professional manner and image
Promote your credential
Assign or discuss the critical thinking box

31. Professionalism
Watch a video of final thoughts as you enter your career!
Assign or discuss the critical thinking box