Chapter 14: Resumes

A resume summary is a short paragraph that a recruiter can read, instead of reading the whole resume, to save valuable time. ( True Or False)

False

It is a good idea to be as informal as possible in a cover letter to put the hiring manager at ease.(True or False)

False

There is only one format for a resume that is appropriate for healthcare professionals (True or False)

False, there is multiple formats for resumes

If you were fired from your last job, you should lie to the interviewer and say you quit. ( True or False)

False, you need to be honest to all managers

You should always assume that the interviewer will provide you with paper and pen to take notes during the interview.( True or False)

False, you should bring your own paper and pen

The interview is a good place to first learn about the organization you are submitting an application to.( True or False)

False, you should search the organization before going to the interview.

If you have a really strong resume, you do not need to send a cover letter. (True or False)

False, you will need to write a cover letter to accompany you resume

Even if you say thank you and shake hands at the end of the interview, you should still send a thank-you note. ( true or false )

True, always send a thank you note after the interview

A functional resume is the kind of resume an applicant should use to emphasize particular qualifications or skills.( True or False)

True

A good cover letter is not just the applicant's resume in letter form.( True or False)

True

Describe at least three elements of a resume.

-A resume summary, which should be a 2-4 sentence statement that summarizes who you are, what you can offer professionally, and why an employer should want to hire you -Educational background, a listening in reverse chronological order, of your posts secondary experiences. -work experience: your employment history in reverse chronological order, including specific dates, employer name, and last a brief description of your responsibilities.

List three possible questions an interviewer might ask you about your specific field of study.

-Tell me about how you overcome any challenges in your coursework? -Tell me something about your internships or clinical rotations. -Which subjects in your program do you believe best prepared you for this position

What is the purpose of a cover letter?

A cover letter is basically the document that you use tom introduce yourself and your resume. Cover letters should get the attention of the hiring manager and make him or her want to learn more about you by continuing reading your resume.

Explain what the purpose of a thank-you letter is.

A thank you letter can be in paper or email form. The thank you letter is for the hiring manager that interviewed you for the job you applied for. The thank you letter reminds him or her of your qualifications, and includes an expression of eagerness, which shows that you want to know more about the position.