Career and Life Planning Guidebook for Medical Residents

The Introduction – SAMPLE 1: Dear Mr. Smith: It was great meeting you last week at the career fair in Nashville and I’m excited to learn more about the [specialty]position available at [Name of Facility] located in [City, State]. The Introduction – SAMPLE 2: Hello Ms. Robbins: My name is Steven Green, MD. A former colleague of mine, Jane Doe, DO, who is currently practicing within your system, shared information with me about a hospitalist position at [Name of Organization]. The Introduction – SAMPLE 3: Dear Dr. Johnson: My name is Nancy Smith, MD. I am third year resident at Baylor Scott and White, looking to start practice in August of 2020. Recently I came across your job posting on the [name of website] and am very excited to learn more about the [specialty] position located in [City, State]. Part II –Why You? This is where you’re going to tell the physician recruiter what you have to offer. Use this paragraph to share why you have an interest in the opportunity and community. For example, most employers are interested in hiring physicians who have ties to the area and are likely to stay in the community for the foreseeable future. If you do not have ties to the area, you’ll need to paint a verbal picture of why you believe you’ll be a valued member of the medical staff and community for years to come, such as: ● The community offers everything I am looking for ● Skillset to perform a variety of procedures ● Ability to build a practice ● Possess the qualities to become a great colleague, employee and advocate for the employer Here you can build your case with one or more examples. Why you? – SAMPLE 1 (location) Over the past two years, my husband and I have driven through Abilene several times on our way to visit relatives in Odessa. We are looking at moving closer to family and are very familiar with the area. Why You? – SAMPLE 2 (location) I’ve visited your area on a recent camping trip to the Guadalupe Mountains and again when I went out to the Franklin Mountains. I am looking for a community where I can enjoy my passion for the outdoors during my free time to hike, bike, fish, and camp. I would find practicing and living in [Name of Community] an easy transition. Why you? – SAMPLE 3 (location) My wife is from Scranton and we are looking at relocating to be closer to her family. I am looking to build a practice and life in the Scranton area where we can be close to my wife’s family and easily attend my kid’s sporting events at the local middle and high school. Your Guide To Writing The Perfect Letter 205 WWW.PHYSICIANCAREERPLANNING.COM