Writing An Effective Resume

It is important that medical assistants applying for new positions clearly express their desire to move on supported by documentation that shows they are qualified for the specific job. Documentation of experience, credentials, and a flawless track record, as well as letters of recommendation, and statements that express willingness to work hard can certainly impress a potential employer enough to place your resume high on their list of possible candidates.

Do You Have a Strong Resume?

Things employers look for when hiring are specialty training and professional certifications. You can call them blinking "job magnets"! List everything, such as your current CPR certification, professional specialty diplomas and credentials, and important qualifications such as certification in phlebotomy, IV therapy, ECG/EKG, and as X-ray technician. Start sentences with present tense verbs, i.e., "Type 35 wpm, answer telephones, trained in phlebotomy, CPR certified." No one wants to wade through verbose language in a resume that should cut right to the heart of the matter.

* Top Seven Elements of a Resume

Essential Elements

• Name
• Contact addresses and phone numbers
• Work history
• Education history
• Continuing professional development
• Professional memberships
• References
• Letters of

Optional Elements

• Technical skills and qualifications
• Awards/
• Certificates
• Languages
• Additional areas of professional interest

Objective Statement:

Immediately below the top section of a resume (containing your name, address, etc.), there is usually a short section with one of these headings: objective, professional objective, resume capsule, or career goals. Make sure you don't miss it, and what ever you write is meaningful and directly geared toward the job.

Examples:

"To obtain a position as a medical assistant that offers both personal and professional growth."

"To obtain a permanent position as a medical assistant in both, administrative and clinical areas."

"To apply my versatile administrative and clinical medical assistant skills in all areas of the modern group practice."

"To utilize my vast experience in assisting with patient care procedures, medical clerical duties, and other duties as assigned.

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