17th Apr 2009
Looking for a Short-term Position?
Many DC’s graduate and find themselves in a position where they need a short-term position. For example, I received an email from a new grad who wanted to find a job for 10-12 months. Here is what I suggested:
I would not include anything about the length of your stay in the cover letter. There are lots of reasons why your stay might be extended; on the other hand, you may decide to leave earlier. The length of a job is uncertain anyway, so it is not dishonest to avoid the issue.
You might want to check with the state chiropractic society to see if they have a register of locum (temporary) chiropractors you could get on. You could also phrase the cover letter to state that you would consider temporary fill-in jobs.
In your cover letter, note that you will be calling the doctor within a few weeks to see if there is any interest. You might want to prepare letters and then stop into offices with the letter and leave it. If the doctor is available you could spend a few minutes chatting. Your willingness to personally request a position might impress a doctor. Of course, you would be dressed professionally. Do follow up, pleasantly asking if the doctor received your letter and if any positions are available. State that you are willing to work on a fill-in basis – spring/summer is a good time to do this to cover for vacations.
I wish you success in your search!
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I was thinkin about this topic
thanks for the post.
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Thank for this helpful information, imma try this.