One way of getting clarity on what you want is to create an Ideal Job profile.
Here is how to do it.
Take a pen and paper and find a nice quiet place so you can focus.
On a piece of paper write down all the job titles you know of.
Next, write down all the features of your ideal job by answering the following questions.
By the end of this homework you would have created your ideal job profile…Congratulations.
Use this profile to guide your career transition so your next job can be your ideal job.
What are the most likely job titles for the position you want?
Describe your ideal employer. Size, culture, location, structure (public, private, family-owned, franchise, nonprofit, etc.)
Describe your ideal job – the position you would most like to have. Job title, responsibilities, who you would report to, who would report to you. Would it involve travel? How much? What are your feelings about meetings (daily, weekly?) Do you want to work independently, as part of a team, or both? Do you like short-term projects or long-term projects?
In what industry or job field should this position be?
Most Recent Salary You Made: $___________________________________________
Salary Range (from research): $___________________________________________
Minimum Salary You Would Consider: $_____________________________________
“Target” (Ideal) Salary: $_________________________________________________
Must-Have Benefits:
Insurance-Dental, Health, vision
Vacation/sick/personal time
Retirement plan
Bonuses or incentives
Tuition reimbursement
Stock options
Flexible schedule
Life and Disability insurance
Company supplied equipment
Company car/Car allowance
Health club membership
Association dues
Relocation expenses
Discount on company products
Expense account
Child care expense reimbursement
Regular salary reviews
Overtime opportunities
Severance package
SAMPLE IDEAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: UM Associate Medical Director
Industry: Utilization Management
Location: Omaha, NE (first choice) / Lincoln, NE (second choice) / Des Moines, IA (third choice)
Compensation: Annual salary from 190000, Bonus of 5-15% of annual salary, Full health and dental benefits, Earned PTO
Work Environment: Supportive administration, Solid initial training; lots of continuing education Opportunity to be rewarded for hard work and productivity
Future Growth: Medical Director and Sr Medical Director
Other Considerations: Prefer fully remote or no more than three nights travel in a row
