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Carrie Jobs
1235 Sample Street
Geelong, Vic 3220
0421 000 000
Monday, 6 May 2019
Mr Wayne Harding
Medical Unit Workforce Manager
Barwon Health
100 Example Street
Geelong, Vic 3220
Dear Mr Harding,
RE: HMO1/Intern Position at Barwon Health - Reference Number 142223
I am writing to express my strong interest in the position of Medical Intern for Barwon Health in 2019. I am
currently in my final year of Medicine at Deakin University and anticipate completing my degree in December.
Undertaking my clinical training with Barwon Health has provided me a solid foundation which, combined with
my desire to make a positive contribution to the community, makes me a strong candidate for the role.
I am highly organised and always endeavour to complete work to a high standard. In my role as a Pharmacy
Assistant, I have developed strong customer service skills and the ability to communicate with people at all
levels. My experience as a tutor and involvement in Deakin’s Clinical Communication sessions have allowed me
to build on these abilities, while also further developing my communication, leadership and teaching skills.
My strong leadership skills were recognised when I was elected by my peers to be the Student Representative
at the Clinical School this year. This role allowed me to foster a supportive and collaborative environment for
my cohort through organising various learning and community focused initiatives. Working as a Master Dive
Instructor has also further enhanced my leadership skills and my ability to communicate professionally and
authoritatively through participating in hazard identification, providing basic first aid and keeping divers safe
under water. This role demands attention to detail, responsiveness and the ability to work under pressure.
My values align with Barwon Health’s strong emphasis on respecting clients and providing high quality
compassionate health care. As a final year medical student, I continually strive to provide current, innovative
and effective healthcare solutions. My commitment to quality and excellence in everything I do and my
ongoing drive to learn have been demonstrated through my strong academic achievement and ongoing
professional development. I was recently recognised during my rotation at University Hospital for my excellent
clinical capabilities, as well as my friendly and approachable nature.
Community is very important to me. Having grown up in the region, I have strong local connections. I see
myself building my medical career within the region, enjoying the coastal lifestyle and embracing its growing
cosmopolitan culture. Barwon Health is the ideal place for me to grow personally and professionally in both
my internship and future years as a medical practitioner. Barwon Health’s recent advancements in Emergency
Medicine, an area in which I have strong interest, would provide me with an excellent platform to pursue this
career pathway. I am excited the internship offers the opportunity to complete two Emergency rotations as
part of the program.
I would be delighted to be a member of Barwon Health’s excellent and well-respected team. I feel my skills
and community-focused attitude will benefit Barwon Health as an Intern in 2020. My CV is available for your
review on the application portal, together with my responses to the selection criteria. My clinical references
and results can be viewed through the Postgraduate Medical Council of Victoria system. Thank you for your
time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Carrie Jobs