Dream Job Assignment

Find Your Dream Job (100 Points)

Let’s find your dream job! You will do research to find your dream job in the health field and what type of education and skills you will need to get this job. The purpose of this activity is to help you gain a better understanding of how your intended major, future education goals, and skills need to be applied to the career you want. You will be expected to discuss this in class and it will be included on your ePortfolio.

Research – 50 points

  1. List your dream job or jobs.  In a perfect world, one day you will be __________.  Briefly describe what you’ll do in this role. What knowledge, skills, or abilities do you think you will need for this job?

My dream job would be a dentist.  To be a dentist you would need medical knowledge, clinical skills, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a strong sense of professionalism but also a balance of social skills. 

  1. Complete the quiz at https://advance.appily.com/careers/healthcare/quiz
  2. Were you surprised by the results of the quiz compared to what you listed as  your dream role?  I was a little surprised but i also think that they go somewhat together (i got the Executive job)
  3. Find at least 3 job postings that seem close to your dream job. Examples of where to search: Indeed.com, LinkedIn, USA Jobs, Glassdoor, or just Google the job you want to find! There are lots of jobs open for dentists currently. 
  4. Copy and paste the job posting links below. Make sure you include the following information:
    1. C. Identify the salary range 
    2. How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? 
    3. What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?
  1. Job Posting Number 1: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=890919db79afaa85&q=dentist&l=norfolk%2C+va&tk=1iclvlolakgqm8ak&from=web&advn=345103295679566&adid=423730872&ad=-6NYlbfkN0Djs4iX0Q-p4G5_zsppc8XeaWns_Hi_0Pz79Xw9xiq-DpAI9Rophv6sh7ePjgrMMagiXgdRR2va48D-nxffMFIjYF4-UKuQ5DbFdYFYK9DpJV-baf771k-1wphc3jTto8LBjmwpp8tDvCqRsFzbjneeEV6HHhuiYlMpWZIrGmaWp5eqK3q_a9-rr8RnkNRMw3QAaUDn0G6TN7rtqdA8m4xnErvlIgWbf3Xr6ze0mwsE05wCkfD8nS_Kvs6wpKPs3Vy13Yw4jtnkZ0WhZ9gD_dF3eWhPanEb84Xt1yTJk405Ax7ATQHJPMxPrW7311WYkJoqh2JxLPJFF6ib3Y35eXGrMouVbNVdexVVTuJc_coephwNByCJUuiAwU0bDnWm8lFoLJEoTlUXXW5jyEO4ZSNeJajHjaBCJhF__dEoDBDDJ38RxhtGdcFoVE4CMD-xsgrk_46GuOmo9tCMMrHzy8Kkugp9sUkiIcpHrY9P9WHeyzi7O5rix9Ap2yu8NEH-DIf6XQ1cG50-CS5-EBohzjeEdPNxfNeeb17wV3J9gS3tIYFqgSlYmaOk&pub=4a1b367933fd867b19b072952f68dceb&camk=4HOcmqOLYrC_ZJf8AnnMLw%3D%3D&xkcb=SoBl6_M35V3Yw-AiaL0LbzkdCdPP&xpse=SoB36_I35V3sH2WoKh0IbzkdCdPP&xfps=f7acc1d4-4c61-4fd3-bf5c-791566c7f47e&vjs=3
  1. Identify the salary range: $150,000 – $350,000 a year
  2. How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? There is no amount of time experience needed. You do however need a dental license 
  3. What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?

Cpr certification and dental license.

2. Job Posting Number 2: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=521af847fcb205e5&q=dentist&l=norfolk%2C+va&tk=1iclvlolakgqm8ak&from=web&advn=492335960526176&adid=436014679&ad=-6NYlbfkN0COMtrNliW1fO9m27FCARnje-spZrxZQO3fiVsRUiszAadMB01c_SDhnZmnmrxNvelG_imPs1c8vk0KOjIwsXIVy8ENmYzFpl-PRovk-XGqWxjT4Ur7LG-XAA_mrgxU_4YfrmBTxR_1YHp6cCmLPKres0mSkrQnHOylSaQCXs2hJXEiNbuSyio78XlX4NE8xLGit7LsvthZT_U54PzZ-VJmnLmBsUN5GY-RjYCqULkl830jfetN0h-XKYqdyGQZAcYaJfm24NWBY_huYlf00umdmAU4tH71wmg2WULswXHX09mMcNjr84iriSzpvi5piXnd1IXjh3eFq6hZeEp3X2e58-rDu-dw9KYWPmO2U6BXrOngB6KaLFf2CoiyTgntVhPFOTAnNaCCB_0yRPSx7oOEYWlotqEe_gQd_3UgS84NnjHJLkI4NImLARF8VQvFFPq8DvZmXrMjuigXzAvs_moD1auH95LAeNEVoz5baV25tTWf2of-hqNnrB4uJDVhf3joaNOe3EM1xOG1vfGMvTkpFbGbqUgQ_jK_mr3_TKXAkg%3D%3D&pub=4a1b367933fd867b19b072952f68dceb&camk=nUmJqO2E8rgWHxHgjdBNlw%3D%3D&xkcb=SoDR6_M35V3Yw-AiaL0KbzkdCdPP&xpse=SoAi6_I35V302OgHMD0IbzkdCdPP&xfps=12126608-308e-4d7a-94cb-0d8b7bd95d5a&vjs=3

  1. Identify the salary range :$250,000 – $350,000 a year
  2. How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? A current or future dental license is required DDS/DMD in Dentistry from an accredited US dental program
  3. What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found? Complete autonomy over treatment planning, Mentoring by top-rated, experienced clinicians Full patient schedule Fully digital and paperless office, Discretion over dental supplies and instruments

3. Job Posting Number 3: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c931813a65f979a5&q=dentist&l=norfolk%2C+va&tk=1iclvlolakgqm8ak&from=web&advn=4422620512782211&adid=430005863&ad=-6NYlbfkN0CNs-bWH3qQMT4_BDfG9gy-r6WE9kyZAuGU2nUt8hM6fLtJYRknK8rm_9fMBm1T_Jg8QHQQxWM8b8NnSRzGkaO7jNewj-2jJ6TK1nldunqwFaZoKjKXiYFynrT1K3ayLTV1USNdc4u0ECeapHXfZpozK-_3YgvfEI3X2uv9zDL_MJAdabZom5WHYruzU23Nrq7_k1nxc9nR1sUeyBFOt1VdJgaqHQN1WbG8aAOAv1QLjI9gYGZako26ezCO-TcW6wMd613Q3IH0FSCg41zhBtYNWZjQ_9CysJ9LT9MkectNMBP-sF36sn-CIgbiVBGq4NBCTaeEtEv7zAmj-efkDKKPep0ediOo1qkyKpL3OaATVG2BhzfpWZOM6E6TRCVG01oT3V_tYQ1p6_YwRvQrox9aiPDkmXEdo8mURew6KcpoPZcwvFWcHVzUqmYZYbxR-OZbOod-6DgjFD_IxpxlqMYeiwda6RAm0o8EMowp-rUqRosSaeJidVdOxc-tV_Dt3qF3jMeYZew110KnXiHfOzn3jp2TWqtf4-Z9ataEUP7TTwaVdW-zJSoG&pub=4a1b367933fd867b19b072952f68dceb&camk=nUmJqO2E8ri1tOooYwyeSg%3D%3D&xkcb=SoBM6_M35V3Yw-AiaL0JbzkdCdPP&xpse=SoC86_I35WIefwR7gZ0IbzkdCdPP&xfps=f3a3ff49-3260-4276-b641-364aece0feb0&vjs=3
A. Identify the salary range $192,000 – $204,000

B. How much experience would be required to apply for that job, what degrees, certifications or training is required? DMD or DDS degree from an accredited dental school. Valid state dental license, Other certifications as required-DEA, CPR, etc.

C. What skills are and tasks are involved in performing the job you have found?Perform routine dental examinations, diagnoses, and treatment plans.Provide a wide range of dental services including restorative, preventive , and cosmetic procedures.Collaborate with our experienced dental hygienists and support staff to ensure the best patient care.

Part 2: Apply to your Dream Job –  50 points

  1. Think about the job postings you submitted for Part 1, and the knowledge, skills, and abilities you’ll need.  Did these jobs match what you had in mind for your dream job? Did you find your dream job? Describe the similarities and differences. Yes these matched what i had in mind. I would love to make $200,000 a year! I know being a dentist takes patience, dedication, and people skills. I feel as though i have all of these qualities.
  2. From the 3 job postings you found, choose one job you want the most, and use the list of skills required for the job of interest. Identify skills you already have and identify skills you are still building or need more experience performing. Discuss options to sharpen or learn the skills you will need to gain.

 Complete autonomy over treatment planning, With training and through school i would develop the skills to be able to do this.

Discretion over dental supplies and instruments- I would enjoy doing this.