{"id":5512,"date":"2021-09-21T21:23:23","date_gmt":"2021-09-21T11:23:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jpsmedical.com.au\/?p=5512"},"modified":"2023-01-19T09:28:19","modified_gmt":"2023-01-18T23:28:19","slug":"how-to-write-a-medical-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jpsmedical.com.au\/how-to-write-a-medical-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Write A Medical Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"

As a medical doctor, there may be any number of reasons that you may be looking for a new professional position. Perhaps you are seeking a change in work\/life balance, or maybe just a new setting in which to hone your skills \u2014 or simply novel challenges in your professional career. After all, medicine can be a fast-paced and high-stress work environment, and in many ways, change can be highly beneficial.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whatever your personal reasons, a strong resume is a prerequisite for an effective job application. A strong resume must convey the breadth of your experience and training as a medical doctor. Knowing <\/span>how to write a medical CV<\/span><\/a> clearly and attractively will ensure that your resume stands out and that you advertise your competence for a given position in the best way possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Broadly speaking, your CV should include your medical education history, your medical work experience, a list of relevant achievements and professional publications, and other relevant unique abilities. Medical doctors seeking professional positions in Australia are advised to generally adhere to the following template.<\/span><\/p>\n

Section 1 – Personal Information<\/b><\/h2>\n

This should be the first section of your CV. It should introduce you and provide all relevant personal details, including your name, address, telephone, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

Section 2 – Qualifications<\/b><\/h2>\n

This section should describe your educational background, including relevant undergraduate degrees, your medical school degree, and any other relevant training or qualifications. Include specific years.<\/span><\/p>\n

Section 3 – Examinations<\/b><\/h2>\n

The third section of your CV should list scores on relevant examinations. In Australia, this will encompass AMC examination scores: AMC CAT MCQ exam scores, clinical examination scores, and workplace-based assessment scores (depending on what is applicable).\u00a0Be sure to include where and when any given test was taken.<\/span><\/p>\n

Section 4 – Clinical \/ Procedural Skills<\/b><\/h2>\n

You will next list clinical skills gleaned through medical practice. You should list the degree of competency alongside any skill. Be specific and clear when discussing all skills you possess.<\/span><\/p>\n

Section 5 – Work History<\/b><\/h2>\n

You will then include a detailed work history. On many medical CVs, particularly for experienced physicians, the “work history” section will be the longest of your resume. In this section, you must comprehensively include all current and previous positions held. For each position, include the following:<\/span><\/p>\n