Deck 59: Practicum and the Job Search

Question 1

When preparing your résumé,you should not reduce the margins beyond:

A) ½ inch
B) ¾ inch
C) 1 inch
D) 1½ inches

Answer 1

¾ inch

Question 2

It is recommended that you convert your résumé into which format for emailing and uploading purposes?

A) doc
B) txt
C) pdf
D) jpg

Answer 2

pdf

Question 3

A cover letter should be addressed to:

A) "Hiring Manager"
B) "To whom it may concern"
C) the person who decides who is interviewed and hired
D) the person in charge of the entire company or organization

Answer 3

the person who decides who is interviewed and hired

Question 4

When listing experience on a functional style résumé,you should enter the _____ first.

A) job title
B) dates of employment
C) name of employer
D) list of job responsibilities

Question 5

When preparing a cover letter,you should not:

A) ensure that it is error-free
B) request an interview
C) make it clear when and how you can be reached
D) make it long and involved

Question 6

At a practicum,the student:

A) replaces a paid employee
B) is paid a salary
C) assumes an employee's job responsibilities
D) is intended to have a learning experience

Question 7

The fee for a private employment agency is usually based on:

A) the amount of experience the job candidate has
B) a flat rate for all types of employees
C) a percentage of the first year's wages of an employee
D) a percentage of the company's profits during the employee's first year

Question 8

In the second paragraph of your cover letter you should:

A) make it clear when and how you can be reached
B) express your skills and qualifications
C) explain why you are writing the letter
D) introduce yourself

Question 9

A list of performance objectives for a practicum are compiled by the:

A) school coordinator
B) student
C) student's immediate supervisor
D) physician or head of the practice where the practicum takes place

Question 10

The primary means of obtaining current information in your field is to:

A) watch television
B) attend conferences
C) read
D) ask sales representative questions about new pharmaceutical products

Question 11

A résumé should not:

A) contain information about your age
B) demonstrate your qualifications to a prospective employer
C) be complete,accurate,and neatly organized
D) describe your previous work experience

Question 12

Your list of references should include ____ nonfamily persons who know you well and can recommend you to an employer.

A) one to two
B) three to four
C) five to seven
D) seven to ten

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a quality?

A) time management
B) positive attitude
C) critical thinking skills
D) interpersonal skills

Question 14

Employers in the medical field are not commonly concerned with a prospective employee's:

A) history of personal relationships
B) credit rating
C) police record
D) history of drug use or abuse

Question 15

Which style of résumé usually has a position statement such as "Professional Goal" or "Career Objective"?

A) skills
B) targeted
C) chronological
D) functional

Question 16

During an interview,it is recommended that you:

A) give the interviewer your strongest possible handshake
B) sit up straight and lean in a little toward your interviewer
C) avoid making eye contact with the interviewer
D) talk with your hands

Question 17

Which style of résumé works best when there are no long periods of unemployment between jobs?

A) functional
B) targeted
C) skills
D) chronological

Question 18

When interviewing for a job,you should not:

A) arrive 10-15 minutes early
B) use courtesy and respect
C) show interest and enthusiasm
D) act overconfident

Question 19

On a résumé,your contact information should be emphasized by:

A) highlighting
B) circling
C) printing it in bright colors
D) bolding

Question 20

Federal law requires employers to obtain a completed I-9 form that:

A) devotes a percentage of their profits to language lessons for immigrant employees
B) asks for documents to prove that you are eligible to work in the United States
C) ​assigns a Social Security number to any employee without one
D) ​contacts INS if any noncitizen applies for a job

Question 21

Match each term with its definition.
Most common and more traditional résumé format

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 22

Match each term with its definition.
States why you should be hired for a desired position

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 23

Match each term with its definition.
Something to prepare ahead of time and have with you as you complete specific employers' application forms

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 24

Match each term with its definition.
Given to employees who deserve recognition and praise for a job well done

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 25

Match each term with its definition.
Given to keep up with the economy

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 26

Match each term with its definition.
Pathway of job positions in which you may progress based on your interest,training,and experience

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 27

Match each term with its definition.
This should be composed shortly after an interview has taken place

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 28

Match each term with its definition.
Type of résumé that works well for people who have had practicum or cooperative work experience

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 29

Match each term with its definition.
Potential job through a private employment agency for which the agency is paid by the employer rather than the job candidate

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 30

Match each term with its definition.
Style of résumé that arranges information to focus on a specific job opportunity by highlighting the work experience and job skills requested by the employer

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 31

Match each term with its definition.
Something to be avoided during an interview because it can distract the interviewer

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 32

Match each term with its definition.
Offered by professional organizations such as the AAMA and AMT as a way to keep your certification status current

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 33

Match each term with its definition.
These can be determined by asking questions such as whether you are usually on time,whether you can work with very little direction,and what you prefer to do in your spare time

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 34

Match each term with its definition.
Type of résumé that is best for highlighting experiences in a number of unrelated jobs and courses

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 35

Match each term with its definition.
Request for qualified applicants to send information about themselves to a prospective employer

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 36

Match each term with its definition.
Outlined summary of your abilities and experiences

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 37

Match each term with its definition.
These specify a list of administrative,clinical,and general competencies that should be experienced during a practicum

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 38

Match each term with its definition.
Doing this when preparing for an interview usually detracts from your appearance and demeanor

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 39

Match each term with its definition.
Detailed outline of the duties required of an employment position

A)performance objectives
B)personal characteristics
C)résumé
D)chronological
E)functional
F)targeted
G)skills
H)cover letter
I)job description
J)fee paid

Question 40

Match each term with its definition.
Something that allows you to find employment opportunities without traveling miles and spending lots of time and money in the process;many job postings are online directly with the health care facility,or on a separate site such as Monster.com or CareerBuilder.com

A)Internet job search
B)classified advertisement
C)master application
D)rushing
E)fidgeting
F)follow-up letter
G)cost-of-living raise
H)merit raise
I)continuing education units (CEUs)
J)career laddering

Question 41

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Critical thinking/problem solving

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 42

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Time management

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 43

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Planning/organization

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 44

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Professionalism

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 45

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Prioritization

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 46

​Match the following term with its definition.
A supervised employment experience in a qualified health care facility as part of the educational curriculum;also known as a practicum

A)​externship
B)​practicum
C)​transcript

Question 47

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Adaptability/flexibility

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 48

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Motivated (takes initiative)

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 49

When you review your application,checking for missed or incorrectly entered information,checking for accuracy of spelling and general appearance,and making any necessary edits is a knowledge-based skill known as:

A) demonstrating effective communication skills
B) recognizing and using elements of fundamental writing skills
C) completing an application form
D) preparing a letter of introduction

Question 50

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
Arrive 10-15 minutes early

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 51

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Positive attitude

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 52

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Dependability (reliable,responsible)

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 53

​Match the following term with its definition.
​A supervised employment experience in a qualified health care facility as part of the educational curriculum;also known as an externship

A)​externship
B)​practicum
C)​transcript

Question 54

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Punctuality

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 55

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Computer proficiency

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 56

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Strong work ethic (hard-working)

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 57

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Honesty and integrity

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 58

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Leave your children in the waiting room

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 59

​Match the following term with its definition.
​A copy made directly from an original record,especially an official copy of a student's educational record

A)​externship
B)​practicum
C)​transcript

Question 60

​Match the description provided to a desirable skill or desirable personal quality in an employee.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Collaboration/teamwork

A)​skill
B)​quality

Question 61

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Be enthusiastic

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 62

​The health care field is always changing and improving in technology,and it is important to keep up with these changes to provide the best patient care as well as to advance in employment.Which of the following would not be considered a way to demonstrate your commitment to your employer and profession?

A) using only paper charting and faxing in lieu of electronic health records when available and in use
B) obtaining credentialing
C) attending seminars and workshops
D) participating in continuing education

Question 63

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Tell the interviewer there was a traffic jam which is why you are late

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 64

​Because the job application will probably reach the personnel manager's office before you do,it must speak well for you;it must make a good first impression on the person who reads it.Which of the following steps would result in not making a good first impression?

A) ​If the printed instructions on the form say to print all information in black ink,you can use black or blue ink.
B) ​The application must be complete,neat,and legible,and contain proper grammar and accurate spelling.
C) ​Taking the time to read the instructions and follow them precisely when completing an employment application form.
D) Transcribe dates and all other information correctly,completely,and accurately on to the application form.

Question 65

​Today,using social media as a resource for job hunting can be quite effective.Which of the following would not be considered a key tip to keep the use of social media in your job search professional?

A) Post to your friends your frustration that you were late for work three times this week because your baby has been sick and the sitter was late.
B) ​Set your personal profiles to private.
C) ​Make sure all comments (from you and any friends)are professional.Remove any unprofessional or offensive comments.
D) ​Photos: Consider using a professional picture,and remove any pictures that would not represent how you want to appear to a prospective employer.

Question 66

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Leave your cell phone on in case of emergency

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 67

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Tell the interviewer about a former supervisor who practiced discrimination

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 68

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Read an urgent text message

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 69

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Dress in business attire

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 70

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Spray perfume to cover cigarette smell

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 71

​Why is continuing education important in the medical field?

A) ​Because the medical field in general is always changing and improving in health care technology.
B) ​It is necessary if you want to reach peak performance at your job.
C) ​Keeping up with the latest in managed health care,new medications,and other newsworthy items is admirable and will be noticed by your employer.
D) ​All of the above

Question 72

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Display a positive attitude

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 73

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Display an overconfident attitude

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 74

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Ask questions about the job and the medical practice

A)​Do
B)Don't

Question 75

​Match the following description to a "Do" or "Don't" when interviewing or applying for a job.Note: Answers may be used more than once.
​Discard chewing gum before entering the facility

A)​Do
B)Don't