WRITING YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE

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1 WRITING YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE Jacob T Painter, PharmD, MBA, PhD Assistant Professor Pharmaceutical Evaluation & Policy University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences JTPainter@uams.edu Arkansas Association of Health-System Pharmacists 47 th Annual Fall Seminar, Little Rock, Arkansas, October 4, 2013

2 Outline CV versus résumé Content Style Other materials PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 2

3 A note on etymology Curriculum Vitae Curriculum course Vitae life The course of my life Plural is curricula vitae Not curriculum vita Not curricula vitarum PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 3

4 Curriculum vitae Complete, formal, detailed, structured listing of relevant accomplishments Generally used for academic, scientific, research, or medical positions Pharmacy residencies use the CV format for positions ASHP recommends 2-4 pages PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 4

5 Résumé Brief document used to interest an employer Marketing piece to sell yourself Used to get an interview Put yourself in a positive light Stimulate and guide questions in the interview ASHP recommends 1-2 pages PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 5

6 Before you begin Know yourself Know your goal Know your audience PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 6

7 CV Content Heading Objective Education Special training Certifications Grants Awards Experience Research Teaching Clinical Administrative Publications Presentations Skills PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 7

8 Heading Name Address Phone Other? PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 8

9 Heading James Jones 1 University Way Little Rock, Arkansas (501) JamesJones@gmail.com Susan Jones SusanJones@yahoo.com swilliams.uams.edu Current Address Permanent Address 1 University Way 16 Walnut Drive Little Rock, Arkansas Lexington, Kentucky (501) (859) PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 9

10 Objective Not generally used in a CV Objective is appropriate for résumé Clear Concise Specific to position PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 10

11 Education Reverse chronological order Degree conferred Year Major Minor (if applicable) GPA? Academic institution Full name City, State PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 11

12 Education Doctor of Pharmacy Expected graduation: May 2014 Current grade point average: 3.76 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas Bachelor of Science, May 2010 Major: Chemistry; Minor: Biology Magna Cum Laude University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 12

13 Certifications Include issue / expiration date Include license number? Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, expires March Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, expires May Arkansas Registered Pharmacy Intern PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 13

14 Experience Related employment Internships Rotations Summer jobs Related volunteer activities Student organizations PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 14

15 Clinical experience Rotation name Organization City, State Preceptor Environment description Duties Accomplishments PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 15

16 Clinical experience Pediatrics, September 2013 Arkansas Children s Hospital, Little Rock, Arkansas Division of Pediatric Pharmacology and Critical Care Preceptor: Susan M. Jones, PharmD 370-bed pediatric medical center, one of the only pediatric care centers in Arkansas and one of the largest in the United States; provides medical breakthroughs and intensive treatments, unique surgical procedures and forward-thinking medical research. Attended and participated in daily rounds with pediatric intensive care unit Prepared and presented patient-based case presentation to preceptor and peers Provided consultation services to pediatric intensive care unit PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 16

17 Research experience Name of project Advisor Collaborators Institution Premise Funding PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 17

18 Research Experience Evaluating the pharmacist perspective on the newly implemented Arkansas Prescription Monitoring Program 2013-Present Principle investigator: Jacob T Painter, PharmD, MBA, PhD Advisor: Teresa J Hudson, PharmD, BCPS, FASHP University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas Conducted survey research during September 2013 to evaluate pharmacist attitudes and barriers to entry for the Arkansas Prescription Monitoring Program that was implemented in September Funding: American Society of Hospital Pharmacists New Investigator Award, $20,000 PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 18

19 Other experience Pharmacy positions Job title Employer name City, State Dates Preceptor/Manager Duties May also include other work, volunteer, community service when relevant PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 19

20 Other experience Pharmacy Intern, Walgreens Pharmacy, Little Rock, Arkansas May 2011-June2013 Manager: Richard Hanley, RPh Processed prescription including drug interaction screening, insurance issues, and label generation Counseled patients on prescription and over-the-counter product usage Compounded products including creams and suspensions Transcribed phone-in prescriptions from doctor s offices Managed drug inventory by preparing and receiving orders PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 20

21 Publications Include citations Peer-reviewed: studies, case reports, etc. Non peer-reviewed: newsletters, editorials, etc. Use AMA style If publication results from rotation, list with rotation Painter JT, Crofford LJ. Chronic opioid use in fibromyalgia syndrome: a clinical review. Journal of Clinical Rheumatology. 2013;19(2): PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 21

22 Presentations Presentations at local, regional, or national meetings Posters Podiums Invited lectures If presentation results from rotation, list with rotation Painter JT. Evaluating the pharmacist perspective on the newly implemented Arkansas Prescription Monitoring Program an invited presentation, Arkansas Department of Health, Little Rock, Arkansas. September 7, PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 22

23 Professional memberships Meetings attended Arkansas Association of Health-System Pharmacists 47 th Annual Fall Seminar, October 3-4, 2013 Leadership activities Historian, Arkansas Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, July 2013-June 2014 PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 23

24 Skills Special computer skills Statistical packages Patient-care software Languages PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 24

25 References Always on a separate page Be consistent with CV 3-5 individuals Faculty Supervisors Preceptors Must have direct knowledge of your skills and qualifications PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 25

26 References Obtain permission before listing Ensure that they can/will provide a positive reference Contact them to update on: Possible positions CV Career goals Allow them plenty of time to prepare PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 26

27 References Name Title (PhD, PharmD, RPh, etc.) Business address (including company info) Telephone James Smith, PhD Chair, Biology Department University of Arkansas 4000 University Blvd. Fayetteville, AR (501) PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 27

28 Style guidelines 1. Prioritize content for reader 2. Be consistent PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 28

29 Style guidelines Page 1 is most important Name point, bold font Rest of document should be 12 point font Don t put CV at top of page Choose conservative font PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 29

30 Style guidelines Avoid long blocks of text Do not use full sentences Use bullets Only use underline, bold, and italics for emphasis Avoid abbreviations No personal pronouns Use past tense unless current position PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 30

31 Style guidelines No typos Proofread Have others proofread Proofread PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 31

32 Style guidelines Use high-quality paper At least 20# White, off-white, cream, gray Do not fold or staple Send or take in large envelope PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 32

33 Style guidelines Use heading on all but first page Use page numbers 2 of 4 List updated date at end of document PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 33

34 Cover letter As important as CV First thing seen Especially important if mailing CV Make personalized Do research Refer to connections An introduction to you PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 34

35 Cover letter First paragraph interest in position Second/third paragraph Refer to enclosed CV More detail on specific CV items Closing statement List contact information Restate enthusiasm for this position Tell how you will follow-up PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 35

36 Thank you letter Within one week of interview Address to specific individuals Important even if no longer interested in position Thank them for their time PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 36

37 Questions? PHSC 6313: Pharmacoepidemiology 37

38 WRITING YOUR CURRICULUM VITAE Jacob T Painter, PharmD, MBA, PhD Assistant Professor Pharmaceutical Evaluation & Policy University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences JTPainter@uams.edu Arkansas Association of Health-System Pharmacists 47 th Annual Fall Seminar, Little Rock, Arkansas, October 4, 2013