In a truly competitive profession like in medicine, you need not only to be sufficiently skilled; you also need to convince any prospective employer that you are the best pick for the job. A brilliantly written medical cover letter is the best way to achieve this.

Here is a comprehensive sample medical cover letter that you can use.


Juan de la Cruz
Lot 4, Block 10 Marian Village
Consolacion, Cebu
Philippines
123 - 0000, 0919 - 1234567
shadowrun_lucas@yahoo .com

May 19, 2009

Alberto Rojas
Cinco Health Clinic
North Reclamation Area
6000 Cebu City
Philippines

Dear Mr. Rojas:

I am eagerly applying for the medical assistant position posted on GoPinoy.com dated last Wednesday, May 20, 2009. I am confident I can meet the demands of this job. I can begin work for Cinco Health Clinic on May 25, 2009.

I have the know-how and experience you seek. My job experience includes working for two years as a medical assistant at the Octavio Health Clinic in downtown Cebu. My job description entailed tasks very similar to what you require.

I would be proud to join you and your staff. Could I schedule a meeting with you at your earliest convenience? It will be my pleasure to discuss additional details with you and to meet you in person. You can reach me on my contact number: 0918-7654321

Thank you for considering my cover letter.

Sincerely,

Juan de la Cruz
Enc: résumé


Analysis:

• This sample medical cover letter abandons the practice of formal approach over something cheerful to a great effect. Modern business letters that capture the employer's notice are usually written this way.
  
  
• The applicant not only thoroughly identified the position he sought, he also expressed univocal interest for the job, which helps resolve the intent of this sample medical cover letter -to get an interview.
  
  
• The medical cover letter example is very concise, yet details everything needed. All in all, it occupies one whole page, which is good.
  
  
• In the sample medical cover letter, the applicant established succinctly that he has the desired credentials. He also sold himself effectively by stating his settle time will be lesser, considering he is already familiar with the line of work.
  
  
• The applicant pursued for an interview, just like a salesperson who always ask for a sale. He did this without being too demanding, and even made it easier by listing his number. The employer has no need to check the header or the accompanying résumé for the applicant's contact details.