Pharmacy Professional's Guide to Resumes, CVs, & Interviewing (eBook)

This latest edition of this popular resource for student pharmacists and pharmacy professionals provides step-by-step instructions on preparing the resume, the CV, and cover letters, and preparing for the interview. This is a valuable resource for anyone seeking employment in the pharmacy field. The "e;start-to-finish"e; approach walks the reader through each phase of the process, providing helpful advice and sample forms along the way. New to this edition: preparing a personal career map, preparing a personal statement and letter of intent, using electronic portfolios to demonstrate skills and knowledge, and using social media for personal branding. KEY FEATURES: Updated sample rsums and CVs for pharmacists and technicians in a variety of settings, including community pharmacy, hospitals, academia, and industry Concise tips for writing and formatting effective rsums and CVs, including electronic versions New chapter on preparing a personal statement and letter of intent Tables that make it easy to find action verbs, keywords, and other useful material Nuts-and-bolts guidance for making the most of interviews Nearly 20 pages of sample interview questions Carefully researched lists of prime resources, Internet sites, and other reference worksTABLE OF CONTENTS:Preface1. Assessing Your Career Goals2. Planning Your Career Path3. Preparing Your Personal Statement and Letter of Intent4. Preparing Your Rsum5. Tips, Checklists, and Sample Rsums6. Preparing Your Curriculum Vitae7. Tips, Checklists, and Sample Curricula Vitae8. Developing a Portfolio for Electronic and Social Media9. Preparing Letters10. Tips, Checklists, and Sample Letters11. Presenting a Professional Image12. Introduction to Searching and Interviewing13. The Interview: Before, During, and After14. Sample Interview QuestionsAppendix