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23 Cards in this Set
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Career |
A profession or occupation that requires specific education or training |
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Employment |
An activity or job preformed usually for payment inte |
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Interview |
A formal meeting in person to assess the qualifications of an applicant |
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Professionqlc |
Person who meets the standards of a profession |
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Resume |
Brief discretion of ones professional or work experience and qualifications |
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Termination |
The end of an employee/employer relationship which can be imitated by either or |
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Your professional career |
You have many resources to offer to your employer. It’s important to analyze your qualifications and career direction |
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Marketing yourself |
Define your mission and the benefits you offer Set your marking objective Design performance measures Gather, analyze, and interpret info about your situation Identify your target markets Develop your marketing strategy Define implementation strategies Evaluate your efforts and modify them if needed
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Career opportunities |
Private practices Insurance Sales Research Management consulting Teaching Dental schools Hospitals Public health and government programs |
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Factors to remember when picking employment |
You want to feel comfortable in your work environment A place that is parallel to your beliefs/philosophy Stimulating, interesting and rewarding and allows person and professional growth A place that you’ll work well with others and have the same respect and shared values |
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Locating employment opportunities |
Newspaper Campus placement Employment agencies Temp agencies Dental supply companies Personal organizations Social media - LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, etc |
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Seeking employment - Telephone |
Your first contact with a prospective employer will probably be over the phone. When you call identify yourself and reason why you’re calling. The first impression over the phone is important because if you do not make a good one you make not get a second chance |
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Seeking employment resume |
Important marketing tool designed to gain interest from prospective employers. Should contain skills and questions in a positive and professional manner Heading Professional objective Education Experience Skills Certifications Volunteer Awards/scholarships References |
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Cover letter |
Serves to introduce you to your employer and markets your skills and qualifications also serves to create interest on the part of the reader to look at your resume. |
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Completing a job application |
Initial basis of your convo with the interview. Follow directions exactly and info is accurate, near and compete |
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The interview |
Promptness - be early 10-15 mins Appearance - look professional Interviewing professionally - first 10 minute is critical due to first impression. Try to be relaxed and natural. Maintain eye contact, firm but gentle handshake, listen, answer questions but don’t make it a story. Listen Don’t talk to much Don’t be to familiar Use appropriate language Don’t be arrogant Take care to answer questions Ask questions Don’t appear desperate Concluding the interview - let employer conclude - extend handshake and again eye contact and say look forward to hearing from you Follow up letter - thank you for interview letter |
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Salary negotiations |
To be determined after interview Important part of accepting the job but make reasonable offer due to education and experience Remember benefits as well like health, dental, retirement, uniform allowance, dues toward professional organizations, travel, bonuses |
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Employment agreement |
Before you accept a position you need to explore several topics to make sure your on the same page as employer the agreement should cover: Job description Compensation Professional attire Interim employment - normally 3 months Summary dismissal Giving notice |
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American/Canadian with disabilities act |
Pertain only to disabled people who seek access to public accommodations and health based but the act also applied to job applicants and current employers Title 1 of act makes it illegal for employer to discriminate against prospective job applicants due to disability Title 1 makes it illegal for employer to discriminate against employees of the practice who may become disabled |
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Job termination |
When quitting follow your employer agreement time frame which is normally two weeks notice. Leave on friendly circumstances and train a replacement if asked and you can ask for a letter of recommendation If terminated your departure should be handled in accordance with your agreement |
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Professional responsibilities |
Comply with local, state and federal laws and regulations Acquire and maintain all professional credentials Maintain high personal and professional ethical standards Be honest, cooperative and responsible Punctual Carefully follow instructions given and work to best of ability Realize that supervision, feedback, and criticism is good Give proper notice |
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Dentist or employers responsibility |
Comply with laws and regulations Treat all employees with professional and personal dignity Fair employment policies and practices Prom foramen reviews |
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Positive attitude and physical well being |
Important and reflects in all aspects of your life including work |
