healthcare IT professional

 

As a tech professional, you’re in demand. But that doesn’t mean getting a job in the field is going to be easy. As a leading healthcare IT staffing and consulting firm,  Morgan Hunter Healthcare knows you’re going up against other smart, passionate and driven candidates who want the position as much as you. So how you can stand out in a sea of other IT professionals? By taking a more creative approach to marketing yourself. To help you, here are a few tips to put to use:

 

Know the industry.

If you don’t have experience with the industry you’re applying to, you might get overlooked over another candidate who does. That’s why, in addition to learning about the company, it’s vitally important to also get to know the field. You should be able to answer questions, such as “What opportunities and challenges are on the horizon?” and “What current trends are making waves?”

If you don’t have answers to these questions, then start researching the industry, checking out competitor websites, and reading through related social media profiles and blog posts. That way, you can develop talking points to help underscore your industry-specific knowledge in your cover letter and interview.

Tell a story.

Nothing stands out quite like a story. So before you sit down to write your resume, cover letter or prepare for an interview, think about a few stories that you can share that will set you apart. For instance, if you’re an avid runner and regularly participate in marathons, talk about how that experience has helped you learn vital skills like perseverance, self-discipline, and goal-setting. Then tie that into how it will help you to contribute in a valuable way at the company.

Go beyond your tech skills.

Clearly, you need solid technical skills to get hired for an IT position. The question is, how do you set yourself apart from other candidates with the same hard skills as you? Showcase your other cross-disciplinary abilities. For instance, talk about your presentation experience or your collaboration skills. Today’s employers need tech people who can do more than just code and develop, but also explain their work in non-technical ways and collaborate effectively with other non-technical co-workers. That’s why talking about these kinds of soft skills can help you get noticed by hiring managers.

Show your passion.

At the end of the day, companies want people who are self-starters. So when you engage in activities like writing, blogging, speaking at conferences, or creating a website to show off your work, you’re demonstrating that you’re driven outside of the typical 9-to-5 employee. Rather than simply talking about your experience and accomplishments, this kind of proof demonstrates your passion and abilities in a tangible way.

Need more help finding healthcare IT consulting opportunities?

Contact Morgan Hunter Healthcare. As a leading healthcare IT staffing and consulting firm, we can connect you with top healthcare IT opportunities and top throughout the United States and Canada. Contact us today to learn more, or search our available opportunities.

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