March 2018
equal opportunity employment journal
in the company through hard work and language and have traveled extensively. This means that they not only have the abildedication. ity to communicate in other languages, but Work Ethic understand the nuances of communication Veterans understand the importance of with individuals from other cultures. As your business deals with globalization, schedules, consistency, and devotion to a cause. Businesses succeed or fail not just hiring a military veteran positions because of the product or service offered, your company to succeed in a highly but because of the individuals supporting competitive climate. These individuals the product or service. If your employees bring a high degree of technical literacy don’t exhibit professional maturity, it is that can streamline communication within your organization. Additionally, veterans hard for the company to succeed. Time spent in the service instills in veterans have the experience necessary to facilitate a lifestyle dependent upon adherence to accurate and efficient communication with a schedule and consistent performance. clients from all walks of life. There are no off days in a warzone. When servicemembers bring a slacker’s attitude What this Means for to training and preparation, they put their Healthcare lives and the lives of others at risk. For a The healthcare industry is undergoing
When your company is looking to build a culture of productivity and self-motivation, hiring a veteran is a step in the right direction. business, judging the professional maturity of candidates can be difficult. However, in hiring a veteran your business can rest assured that it is bringing in an employee that understands scheduling, consistency, and a strong work ethic.
Productivity
With so many tech tools in the workplace today, it is important that all employees have a sense of self-discipline. You expect your employees to respect corporate policies regarding Internet usage, social media, and general productivity in the workplace. Today’s economy offers a challenging environment in which your business can ill afford the inefficient work habits and idle time of your employees. When your company is looking to build a culture of productivity and selfmotivation, hiring a veteran is a step in the right direction. In order to succeed on the battlefield, veterans have been trained to work efficiently, ask questions when necessary, and exercise self-discipline at all times. The result is an individual that not only has industry-specific skills, but also the soft skills (professionalism, attitude, etc.) needed to succeed in any company.
Communication
The biggest challenge facing any business today is globalization. Communication across international and cultural lines is imperative, and military members have the extensive training your business needs to communicate across these boundaries. Many veterans speak more than one
a tremendous revolution. Between rapid technological innovation, integration, and workforce shortages, the healthcare industry should be turning to military veterans as a source of high-quality talent. Military healthcare professionals use advanced technological tools, adapt to changing procedures, and work tirelessly for the health of others, all while missiles fly overhead, bombs drop nearby, and supply lines face a constant threat. Healthcare workers are in short demand at a time when supply is on the rise. Veterans are prepared to hit the ground running in a civilian healthcare setting after spending years working in military healthcare settings. There are a few factors that make military veterans uniquely positioned to transition into healthcare more easily than other industries:
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• Medical standards and patient loads are the same in both military and civilian healthcare settings. • Medical jargon is the same in both settings, as are many of the procedures and protocols defining healthcare. • Veterans come from a high-stress, demanding setting that is more intense than civilian healthcare, allowing them to adjust quickly and make positive contributions. Finally, many veterans have already seen unique and bizarre cases serving in a military healthcare setting. When caring for other military members, veterans deal with injuries, diseases, and other physical ailments that occur with less frequency in civilian healthcare sectors. The next time your healthcare company posts job openings and receives a flood of resumes, take a few extra minutes to scour the pile for the resume of veterans. By no means should you ignore civilians with equal or greater experience. Instead, understand the unique character traits and skills that veterans offer, and remember the benefits listed above as you determine which individual best suits the needs of your company. Article provided by Constant-Content.com
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