The Right Curriculum Vitae for Finding Medical Jobs

Online, October 8, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Overview: Though you might find it surprising, your curriculum vitae only gets thirty seconds or less viewing time by recruiters and HR staffers looking to hire staff for medical jobs. A free e-book from CompHealth will help medical professionals write an effective CV that will get through the first step in the hiring process.

Becoming a doctor is not easy, especially when you consider all the "examination" requirements necessary. MCAT scores are the just beginning of the process. Board exams await the potential graduate, along with residency applications. Finally, when it's time to actually pursue one of the medical jobs in the field, CV review is the last hurdle in reaching the goal.

Like a standard resume, CV presentation is vital. Oftentimes medical HR departments use a combination of computerized tracking systems and scans from other staffing offices to screen CVs for medical jobs before they ever get to human review. A CV whose content doesn't match specific keywords can eliminate candidates from a particular field.

CompHealth has written a free e-book packed with information to help medical professionals, like physicians get through CV reviews so they can be considered for real locum tenens and permanent positions. Consider the following three highlights from the e-book:

The CV Should be Quickly Readable
Concise and clear information regarding education, verification, and previous work history is of utmost importance. Dates and locations should be included.
Tip: Information regarding dates should be comprehensive and thorough; follow the month/year format.

The CV Should be Tailored to the Reader
Once a CV passes the initial screening, it is reviewed for compatibility with existing positions. Work experience in a similar field and EMR familiarity are among the things hiring personnel look at.
Tip: Before submitting your application, do your due diligence in researching the institution. Find out what they are looking for so that your CV can be formatted to highlight your ability to fill the job.

The CV Should Have all Gaps Filled
While the individual states and various healthcare entities have differing licensing and certification requirements, gaps in work experience can hinder your job search greatly. Make sure your gaps are filled.
Tip: Thoroughly explain all gaps in your work history and keep such explanations current at all times. Include these records with your CV in case any questions arise from a prospective employer.

Visit CompHealth's website to download the free e-book or to find more resources on how to create a winning CV.