The same question often gets asked when it comes to covering letters, should I or shouldn’t I include one, when applying for a job? The short answer is, yes you should include a covering letter with all job applications, healthcare related or otherwise.
A covering letter is a personalised letter to a prospective employer or recruiter, expressing an interest in the role and introducing the CV.
As a covering letter is tailored for the specific role you’re applying for it’s a good opportunity to add more context to your skill sets and experience. Recruiters see hundreds of CV’s and often it does put you in a better position if you’ve taken the time to write a covering letter. Not all roles will ask for a covering letter, if it’s an online application or if it specifies there is no need to supply a covering letter, in which case then don’t include one. But we think it’s good practice to include a covering letter with all applications unless explicitly required not to. Make sure you apply current letter writing formatting to ensure you can show your professionalism and attention to detail!
Provides a good first impression.
Gives you another opportunity to shine a light on your skills and experience.
Be honest Never good to stretch the truth in the employment process you will get found out.
Adds additional details that aren’t possible to include in a CV, such as your keenness to apply for the role and if you have been referred to the role by another individual.
Don’t just copy and paste details from your CV.
Be confident & assertive: It’ often hard blowing your own trumpet, but remember how wonderful you are and use the personal statement as an opportunity to capture a recruiters interest!
Keep it brief!
End with a strong closing statement.
Try and stick approx. 250 words.
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