Background
You’ve applied for a specific job in your field of study. The Human Resources Department arranges an
interview and tells you to bring with you a polished piece of writing for them to evaluate your writing
skills. The paragraph must describe one particular experience you’ve had that inspired you or guided
you to choose the type of position for which you applied.
Your audience is your potential employer and your purpose is to show you have thought carefully
about what and/or who has motivated you toward this career choice and why. In addition, you want
to convey your enthusiasm for this position as it relates to your inspiring experience. Take time to
think about what your audience wants to know and strive to reach a balance between informal and
formal business writing.
Process
1. Prewrite about your field of study and create a specific job for which you might want to apply
at a particular business or organization in your area. Outline what that position would look like.
Brainstorm details, names, titles, and facts to provide depth to your paragraph and enable you
to write a polished paragraph.
Is this correctly written for my assignment?
I'm replying to your advertisement in the local Scott County, Independant Herald newspaper. I understand that your actively seeking to hire a quality Medical Coding and Billing Professional. I worked for Huntsville Manor Nursing Home as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for 3 years, and later transfered to Dietary, as a Dietary aide. My duties included, feeding, bathing, taking blood pressures, meal preparation, and caring for the patients. I also recorded daily statistics on my patients in their medical charts. I am enthusiastic when it comes to building an excellent relationship between patients and my co-workers. I am devoted, dependable, and willing to work hard to achieve my goals. It gives me great pleasure to work within the medical field, so this led me to futher my education. I am currently attending Penn Foster Career School, located in Pennsylvania. In my classes I have studied Medical Billing, Insurance Form Preparation, and Insurance Reimbursement. I also studied Law and Ethics in Medicine, Reimbursement Methodolgies, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Medical Information Management and Office Practice. Upon completion of the Medical Coding and Billing courses, I am confident that I could make a valuable contrubition in your Medical Organization.
Much better! Good for you!
Here are still a couple of things to take care of:
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What's the difference between "your" and "you're"?
The paragraph you shared is a good starting point, but it can be further improved to meet the requirements of your assignment. Here's a revised version that incorporates the necessary elements:
Dear [Potential Employer],
I am writing in response to your advertisement for a Medical Coding and Billing Professional position in the local Scott County Independent Herald newspaper. After careful consideration, I firmly believe that my experiences and passion for the medical field make me a strong candidate for this role at your organization.
Throughout my career, I have gained valuable skills and knowledge in the healthcare industry. I initially worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Huntsville Manor Nursing Home for three years, where I developed a deep understanding of patient care. Later on, I transferred to the Dietary department as a Dietary Aide, where I continued to serve patients by ensuring their nutritional needs were met. These experiences have given me a strong foundation in patient interaction and a deep appreciation for the importance of efficient healthcare administration.
While working in both roles, I had the opportunity to record daily statistics in patients' medical charts, which sparked my interest in medical coding and billing. Witnessing the crucial role these professionals play in the healthcare system, I became motivated to further my education in this field. As a result, I am currently enrolled at Penn Foster Career School, where I am studying Medical Billing, Insurance Form Preparation, Insurance Reimbursement, Law and Ethics in Medicine, Reimbursement Methodologies, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Medical Information Management and Office Practice.
These courses have equipped me with a solid understanding of the intricacies of medical coding and billing, and I am excited to apply this knowledge to contribute to the success of your medical organization. I am genuinely enthusiastic about building strong relationships both with patients and my colleagues, and I am known for my dedication, dependability, and commitment to achieving my goals.
Thank you for considering my application for the Medical Coding and Billing Professional position. I look forward to the possibility of discussing my qualifications further during an interview.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]