I graduated from the Andrews coding program August or September. Even before that I was sending my resume out to any coding job offer that I could see. I also posted my resume on Career Builders. I would sometimes get call backs but they would pass on my lack of experience. Until one day, I got a call from a recruiter from Accountemps, seeking to fill a coding position at a local multi specialty clinic right here in Seattle. He found my resume on Career Builders. After several interviews, I was sent to the facility to meet the coding manager and take a coding assessment. Luckily I was offered the job for more $$$ than I was expecting!! I have been working there as a "temp" helping out the coding department since early December.
As I am really wanting a permanent position, I recently start sending out my resume again with the addition of my limited coding experience. I finally got the call from my dream job at a university, after emailing the recruiter directly.....I have an interview on Wednesday, with a panel of TEN people and then a 2 hour exam. Yikes! Just remember to send that resume out to any position even if they require 2 years experience. You'll get lots of "no thank you!" but one day the right person will notice you and give you a chance.
Glenda was so helpful with my resume, please let her help you spruce it up.
GOOD LUCK to all of you! One thing I have learned from my short bit of experience so far is that I LOVE this job. I really feel this is the job that is going to keep me happy for the next 20 years. :)
Thank you so much, Heather, for your advice and tips! We all need that kind of encouragement!
Thank you so much Heather for your advice and tips! Good Luck with your interview!! I hope it goes well.