How to get a Job. and keep it. Thomas Davis, CRNA Chief CRNA Scott & White Med Ctr. Main OR

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1 How to get a Job and keep it. Thomas Davis, CRNA Chief CRNA Scott & White Med Ctr. Main OR tom@swcrna.com

2 How did you become a SRNA? Vision and planning Understanding of career progression BSN ICU experience Desire to be a cut above Focus on a goal Learned about the requirements Developed a plan Developed positive expectations

3 Be Unique Be yourself First time value applies to your job search you only get one chance to do it right the first time

4 Know yourself and what you want Location Type of practice Lifestyle essentials Make a list of essentials consider partner / family List unacceptable features Eliminate bad jobs up front before interview

5 I Flunked My Social Media Background Check. Will You?

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7 Clean up your Image Vetting is getting more detailed Education / Certification Work history Social history Police record Credit report Google yourself.your next boss will! Footprints left via social media Factbook Twitter Personal web site

8 Clean up your social media. Have a large Internet footprint Professional Personal Protect your Internet Reputation

9 Finding a Job Standard places to Look Journals Gaswork Social media Linked in Facebook CRNA web sites Many State Associations have job boards PROCRNA.com Be a feature SRNA

10 Finding a Job Personal contact and word of mouth often bring the best jobs. Market yourself at meetings Business cards / handout / CV / references Every contact is important Look professional

11 The Job Search Starts Today Should I treat my clinical rotations as job interviews? Most of your rotation sites hire the pick of the litter from the students coming through. Even if they don t hire you, this is where you can earn a great recommendation.

12 Know your Employer Do your homework Size and category of hospital Catchment area Name of Department Chair and Chief CRNA Most have picture and biography on hospital web site Reputation Unique features of the Hospital Group s application process Contact HR ahead of time

13 Be Organized Keep a log Employers Dates Names addresses / phone numbers Use Technology Ipad / cell phone / flash drive Create an excel spreadsheet

14 First time Value You only get 1 chance to do it right the first time. (this also applies to patient care)

15 They will meet you 3 times: Initial contact (frequently by phone) Be polite Determine who the decision makers are Written material that you supply Curriculum Vitae Job application Personal interview Your best chance to sell yourself

16 Curriculum Vitae Required items Contact information Education history Work history Major study / research / publication Honors Personal Interests References Format for attachment to Use PDF DO NOT send as word document

17 Curriculum Vitae Be unique Consider a web based CV (must be printable) Include a professional picture

18 Curriculum Vitae Avoid Family history Name dropping Bragging

19 Add a Dynamic Cover Letter Common Mistakes Overusing I Weak opening Omitting top selling points Making the letter too long Repeating your CV Being vague Forgetting to customize Forgetting to sign the letter

20 The Interview Remember, the goal is to get a job. Be prompt Be low maintenance Have flexibility with your travel dates Thank those facilitating the visit Don t demand perks that are not offered Do as requested regarding travel receipts Submit promptly DO NOT submit receipts for alcohol

21 Be Organized Google directions in advance When you get to the community, do a test drive Have all contact information on hand No loose papers Arrive early so that you can make contact on time.

22 Appearance Counts Men: Coat and Tie Women: Appropriate business suit and shoes. (no fashion heels) Hygiene Brush / comb hair Brush teeth Avoid excessive perfume / cologne Posture Let your posture show your confidence

23 The Interview If during the job interview the company knows that you have met all the technical skills required, the focus will be on your personality. They will take notes on everything you say and do and everything will be measured.

24 The Interview The goal is common ground Make them want you as much as you want a job. Be upbeat and attentive to the interests of person doing the interview. Small groups are hiring you as family Playing in the sand box is as important as your knowledge base.

25 Do you have any Questions? This is your chance to show your knowledge and interest Have a written list of questions prepared ahead of time. Having no questions implies a lack of interest. Good questions create a positive impression and show preparation. Don t focus on pay / benefits. Learn about the work environment, management style and job expectations

26 Questions: 1. Who is in charge? What is the chain of command? This question implies that you are ambitious. 2. What is your management style? Gives you a feel for your future supervisor. Manager versus leader 3. What is your biggest problem right now? Shows you are thinking of challenges. Shows creativity.

27 Questions: 4. Why are you here? Gives insight into corporate culture 5. Why is the position open? 6. How would you describe the working relationship between Surgeons, Anesthesiologists and CRNAs? Gives insight into corporate culture

28 Questions: 7. How do you identify and reward high achievers? Implies you are a hard worker and expect appropriate compensation. 8. How can I best add value to the group? Implies that you will be an engaged employee

29 Going to Lunch / Dinner It s NOT about the food Posture / manners / eye contact Relaxed conversation is the key ONE drink only Focus on People not food. They know who you are as a CRNA. This is where they learn about who you are as a person.

30 Be Unique If they say which one was he/she, you failed the interview. Be positive, enthusiastic and upbeat Have a unique CV Connect on a personal level Make them feel you are part of the family Give them something to remember about you

31 Follow-up within 24 hours A written thank you note shows a touch of class. Promptly provide anything requested, promised or required.

32 Thomas Davis, CRNA Chief CRNA Scott & White Med Ctr. Main OR