ASHHRA Career Pulse

Looking to get certified in health care HR? ASHHRA members who apply will be considered to receive a voucher for the full CHHR exam fee (a $295 value!). Applicants must be active ASHHRA members and meet the exam eligibility requirements. The application for this scholarship closes Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/learning/certification.shtml to view the full article online.

Refer a colleague and become an ASHHRA Ambassador

Help advance a colleague’s career and strengthen ASHHRA by sharing the value of membership and becoming an ASHHRA Ambassador. Complete the ASHHRA Membership Referral Form to invite colleagues who can benefit from ASHHRA membership. It’s that simple. ASHHRA will send your colleague an invitation to join, along with information about ASHHRA membership. For each referral who joins, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a complimentary registration to ASHHRA19 or a $250 American Express Gift Card! Plus, anyone who joins through your referral will be entered into the drawing! All referrals are due Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. (See complete sweepstakes rules.)

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/membership/member-ambassador.shtml to view the full article online.

Do you need workforce benchmarks such as turnover rate, health care costs per employee, HR headcount ratio, etc.? How do your benchmarks compare to those of your peers in the health care field? If you answered yes, you need to participate in the ASHHRA HR Metrics Tool to gain access to critical data for your organization. The HR Metrics Tool is a joint collaboration between ASHHRA and PwC to benchmark critical workforce measures. And if you register to participate by Dec. 1, you will receive a 15% discount!

Visit http://www.ashhra.org/products/metrics.shtml to view the full article online.

Health Care Hiring

Five ways a thank-you note could lose you that job

CNBC
Hiring managers overwhelmingly recommend sending a thank-you note after the interview. While thanking a recruiter for his or her time is another chance to sell your qualifications and show enthusiasm for the company, make sure you don’t commit any gaffes that could hurt your standing.

Visit https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/09/make-your-best-impression-on-hiring-managers-with-great-thank-you-notes.html to view the full article online.

CBD Oil

Recently asked on ASHHRA Exchange:

“I am seeking information from other organizations, not just in Florida, regarding their Drug Free Workplace policy and the use of CBD oil. Health First follows the federal law regarding the use of marijuana and medical marijuana and now has been asked by associates if CBD oil will violate our Drug Free Workplace policy.”

Visit http://exchange.ashhra.org/home to view the full article online.

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