I used the work/activities and the PS to work as much about myself into my application as possible.
In the work/activities section, I outlined my work experience and activities in very professional terms, for the most part, even with my more meaningful experiences. I used a lot of details about what the activities/work entailed, far more detailed than I ever would on my resume (e.g. saw this, did that). Then, I spoke about them in more relative terms in my PS (e.g. how it impacted my decision to go to med school, how I felt about the experiences, etc.). I used my PS to tell MY story, and by using the work/activities section to outline the experiences, I had more room in my PS to talk about other things that I couldn't fit in elsewhere in my application.
For example, here is what I used in the work/activities section for my job as a Unit Sec/Patient Care Tech:
In my capacity as unit secretary, I facilitate the smooth operation of the Cardiology nursing unit on a daily basis. I transcribe medical orders, maintain records, assist nurses and physicians, as well as coordinate all communication on the nursing unit, including answering phones, call lights, calling consults to physicians, etc. I also assist in moving patients, admitting and discharging patients and facilitate patients' families with any questions or issues. I work closely with other ancillary departments, as well as our own nurses and physicians, to ensure that patients receive the very best care. As a patient care tech, I perform such duties as taking vital signs manually, checking blood sugars, performing EKGs and walking oximetries, helping with dressing changes, removing INTs and foley catheters, bathing and prepping patients for procedures, as well as help them with the activities of daily living. I also work PRN in our Coronary Care Unit and Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, which has provided me with the opportunity to work in a critical care setting and observe post-open heart patients, as well as other critical situations such as the hypothermia protocol, intubation, extubation, post-code patients, etc.
As for titles, I used very plain titles like you would on your resume, "Unit Secretary/Patient Care Tech" and "Active member, Junior League"... etc.
As for upcoming classes, I'm not sure, but I think you do need to list them so schools know what to look for when you update your transcripts. This is probably answered in the AMCAS help section somewhere, I'm sure.
In the work/activities section, I outlined my work experience and activities in very professional terms, for the most part, even with my more meaningful experiences. I used a lot of details about what the activities/work entailed, far more detailed than I ever would on my resume (e.g. saw this, did that). Then, I spoke about them in more relative terms in my PS (e.g. how it impacted my decision to go to med school, how I felt about the experiences, etc.). I used my PS to tell MY story, and by using the work/activities section to outline the experiences, I had more room in my PS to talk about other things that I couldn't fit in elsewhere in my application.
For example, here is what I used in the work/activities section for my job as a Unit Sec/Patient Care Tech:
In my capacity as unit secretary, I facilitate the smooth operation of the Cardiology nursing unit on a daily basis. I transcribe medical orders, maintain records, assist nurses and physicians, as well as coordinate all communication on the nursing unit, including answering phones, call lights, calling consults to physicians, etc. I also assist in moving patients, admitting and discharging patients and facilitate patients' families with any questions or issues. I work closely with other ancillary departments, as well as our own nurses and physicians, to ensure that patients receive the very best care. As a patient care tech, I perform such duties as taking vital signs manually, checking blood sugars, performing EKGs and walking oximetries, helping with dressing changes, removing INTs and foley catheters, bathing and prepping patients for procedures, as well as help them with the activities of daily living. I also work PRN in our Coronary Care Unit and Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, which has provided me with the opportunity to work in a critical care setting and observe post-open heart patients, as well as other critical situations such as the hypothermia protocol, intubation, extubation, post-code patients, etc.
As for titles, I used very plain titles like you would on your resume, "Unit Secretary/Patient Care Tech" and "Active member, Junior League"... etc.
As for upcoming classes, I'm not sure, but I think you do need to list them so schools know what to look for when you update your transcripts. This is probably answered in the AMCAS help section somewhere, I'm sure.
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