Being active in your search for the right job in corporate optometry is imperative to landing the best job in the first place, but what can a recruiter do for to help you in that search? Recruiters often work with hiring managers or specific companies to find the perfect person to fit an open position. Let’s consider four ways they do.

1. Recruiters want to help you get the job. They are consistently looking for someone that fits the position and what you want to do is present yourself in a way that is complete. Talk to the optical manager of that location or even the past OD. Discussing the opportunity with the regional manager can help as well , to make sure that all the information you’re being relayed is straight forward.

2. They know the company’s interests. The recruiters know exactly what the company is looking for and can offer your valuable insight on how to market yourself. Recruiters can help you understand what is happening within the company’s culture and what a day in the workplace might be like. Ask about how many days a week are best for availability and what the flexibility is for that. Understand that they do work for the corporation, so they have guidelines that they have to follow. If its an outside company recruiter, then they have different options. If the location has been dark for a long time, then your chances of getting what you want from that company are better than a location that has three or four candidates looking at it.

3. The recruiter can’t tell you everything, but they can guide you. One thing you can do is ask the recruiter if they can share any feedback. Recruiters are a great resource for information that you don’t know about. You can ask them what you can do for your resume could stand out, or what you can add to your resume to be able to take over a profitable sublease location or employment position. Many young ODs may not have all the answers, but the recruiters are able to guide you. Just remember that it is your responsibility to do your homework. Talk to doctors within your area about what your starting point salary should be because that is one thing a recruiter can’t tell you about. Take advantage of their suggestions. If they recommend a resume change, this will help you in your search for the right position. Get some insight from them.

4. A recruiter can help you get what you want. If you are clear and honest with your recruiter, they can help you get the flexibility and pay that you are looking for. In the same way you need to be clear about what you don’t want. If you’re looking for certain days, hours, or earnings the recruiter can work with you. They can discuss your compensation and relay your requests to the employer. They also know job openings before those positions are posted.