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About Melissa Truax

Melissa Truax is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Prior to starting Premier Health Careers, Melissa had a successful career in the import industry, specializing in the children and pet toy sector. Tired of the constant travel schedule associated with importing goods from across the world, she decided it was time to move in a different direction. As Melissa explored her options, her natural tenacity and commitment to fully understanding people’s needs led her to the recruiting industry. Premier Health Careers was birthed from these traits in 2007. Since that time, employers and professionals alike have sought out the services of Melissa Truax and Premier Health Careers. Why? Melissa explains: “We see ourselves as partners with both the employers we place professionals with, as well as the professionals themselves. Rather than trying to tell people what their needs are, we slow down enough to listen, then can help fulfill those needs; oftentimes more effectively than other recruiting firms.” Partner up with Premier Health Careers for your next staffing need. Give Melissa a call at 877-835-7770 or email Melissa at melissa@premierhealthcareers.com.

Reference Suicide

Think a poor reference isn’t a deal breaker? Think again! Bad references are essentially career suicide. Continue reading

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Who are you talking to anyway?

Once you send in a resume or CV, do you know who to follow-up with besides a general HR number or recruiter? If not, it could cost you more than just an annoyance from not getting a return call. When … Continue reading

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What do you know?

It’s seems like a simple enough question during the interview: “What do you know about us?” But this seemingly innocent question can make or break your confidence, as well as your success, in an interview. In the past… …it was … Continue reading

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Whose health record?

The news has been full of comments about “meaningful use standards” and the impending EMR implementation. For those not part of the Health IT arena, what does this mean, especially from a provider and patient perspective? Continue reading

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Perfection…motivating?

The idea of perfection can either motivate or paralyze. Where do you fall? Does striving for perfection help you start new things, or keep you in the rut of the status quo? Continue reading

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Wisdom and Expectations

While there are many things workers expect that may be done away with when business is slow, should paid sick days be one of them? Do wisdom and expectations actually line up in this instance? Continue reading

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Standing out from the crowd: Career Portfolio

To get ahead in your career, you must stand out from the crowd. One way to do so is having a career portfolio for your potential employer to review. Continue reading

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You’re never too old to learn a new trick!

Often times we get stuck in a rut, so-to-speak, when it comes to our careers.  One of these ruts is old ways of attempting to make a shift in our career, usually with a new employer.  For some time it’s … Continue reading

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Innovation…it may be your key to success

Are you trying to make yourself standout from others looking for a job? If so, innovation may be the key, and it may not be as hard as you think. Continue reading

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Storms

Traversing the storms of life is what makes us who we are, not merely just the success we achieve. Stay positive through the tough times, a calm is coming! Continue reading

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