If you want to build a career with consistent earning potential and satisfying work, a role as a clinical medical assistant (CMA) or phlebotomist could be the right choice for you.
Here at NTX Training Institute, we help people begin their careers by providing the skills and certifications they need to become in-demand employees.
NTX follows up with help for job placement and support to every single graduate.
There are countless opportunities out there for medical assistants and phlebotomists. Still, that doesn’t mean jobs are handed out, even with certification.
That’s why we stick with our graduates until they find employment. In fact, careers are something we talk about on the very first day of class.
We don’t lose sight of the reason you enrolled in the first place: To become employable in the medical field.
Today, we’re going to look at two aspects of job-seeking:
- What can you do to improve your chances of landing the role you want?
- How does NTX Training Institute help its students get jobs after graduating?
Is the job market saturated?
There’s a common worry that phlebotomy and medical assisting are oversaturated professions that aren’t consistently hiring. It’s simply not the case.
There’s steady demand across North Texas (and the U.S. as a whole) for reliable, skilled medical professionals.
Phlebotomy job opportunities are expected to grow 8% over the next 10 years.
The figure above comes from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. Phlebotomists can work in all kinds of healthcare settings, including hospitals, diagnostic labs, and blood donation centers.
Medical assisting jobs will grow 12% over the next ten years.
That’s considered “much faster than average,” which is how the government says, “Jobs will be everywhere!” Simply put, there are tons of opportunities out there, especially for medical assistants who are certified.
How NTX Training Institute helps you build a strong resume.
Our team helps you write a resume the right way, focusing on applicable experience and skills. We know what local employers look for because we talk to them all the time. So, let’s talk about the specifics that make a good resume.
Your resume is your calling card, so it’s worth investing time to make it strong.
If you have no direct medical experience yet, that’s okay, but don’t pad your resume with unrelated jobs. Keep your work history relevant.
For example, if you’ve worked in customer service, you might mention your skills in communication and attention to detail, which are essential soft skills.
Don’t use ChatGPT.
You want to sound like a real person. Believe it or not, employers notice when AI is used in resume-writing, and it doesn’t reflect well on you.
Networks are important in hiring.
Employers tend to hire people from within their network or those who have been vetted in some way. They want to work with people they can trust.
So, don’t just apply for jobs online.
Here’s how it works when you apply for a job online: You click “submit.” Then your application disappears into a pile of hundreds. You wait, and never hear back.
It’s the unfortunate reality of online postings, which have made applying so much easier than it used to be, but not necessarily more likely to get you a job.
Online postings get hundreds of applications—so what can you do to cut through the noise?
According to a study from Indeed, online job postings are viewed by an average of 1,000 people, with around 200 starting an application. There are simply too many people applying to get your resume seen.
Employers will also use software that scans resumes for keywords before filtering out many applications, making it even tougher to get a human to review your application.
Follow up on online applications by phone or email.
Call or email the clinic or hospital. Walk in with your resume and introduce yourself. It’s much harder to say no to someone in person.
So, what you do with job applications is the exact opposite of what you do on dating apps. Direct, intentional, and persistent contact is the best way to show you’re the right match.
Employability starts with you.
If you’re serious about phlebotomy or medical assisting, we will do everything we can to help you find your first position. But you have to help yourself, too. That means showing up, practicing your skills, and asking questions.
Be ready to commute.
You may have to drive across town or to a neighboring city for your first position.
But it’s worth it, because once you get your foot in the door, job opportunities expand. Experience in one clinic often leads to offers that are closer to home.
How does NTX Training Institute help you find a job? It’s about our network.
NTX Training Institute has built a strong network over many years with hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs throughout North Texas.
When we know a student is ready to work, has shown commitment in class, and has a strong desire to find a role, we reach out to our contacts and offer a recommendation.
NTX Training Institute connects you to real employers so you can land a job fast and build a career.
So, let’s get down to what makes NTX Training Institute worth it.
- In-demand skills you need to find a role in phlebotomy or medical assisting (including help with resume building)
- Job help through professional connections with employers looking for qualified candidates—through a network covering Denton and North Texas
Enroll today at NTX Training Institute.
