Join the Team: What to Put on Your Resume? Insights from a Talent Director
Maryland hospitals are looking for talent, and you’re invited to join their organization! If you want your resume to be the best representation of you and your experience, here are four frequently asked questions (FAQs) about resumes from a Maryland hospital talent director.
What are hiring managers looking for in job applicants?
A hospital’s hiring team is often looking to hire someone who aligns with the hospital organization’s mission and values.
The talent director shared, “At our hospital, we are seeking candidates who are:
🤗 Compassionate, professional, and dedicated to putting the patient/family first
🤝 Service-oriented and can appreciate the hospital’s mission
⚕️ Studying a health-related career or may already have health care experience”
What should be included on a health care resume?
Hiring teams look for your resume to be organized into three key sections:
1️⃣ Your education experience, including any relevant certifications and skills
2️⃣ Any related work experience, particularly in the past five years
3️⃣ Any achievements and accomplishments
What if I’ve never worked in health care before?
The job applicant should ensure their resume is specific to each position they are applying for and interested in. For someone who might have previously worked in customer service, for example, you can include this but be sure to mention the transferable skills that connect to the job you want.
What are some good steps for the job applicant?
✔️ Research. Do some research on the organization or hospital you’re applying to and make sure their mission and values align with your own mission.
✔️ Connect with employees on LinkedIn to network and meet others.
✔️ Make sure your resume is well-formatted with no spelling or grammatical errors.
✔️ Always put your best foot forward from the moment you apply.
✔️ Respond professionally to phone calls or e-mails from the hospital’s recruiter.
✔️ Be able to articulate why you would like to join, contribute, and be a part of the organization’s mission.
Looking for more resume tips? Check out more resources at JoinMdHealth.org/blog.