I am a 3rd year medical student looking to get into pharmaceutical sales. I dont have a bachelors but do?

Michael L asked:


have 90 plus credits with pre-med related courses. With that I began medical school and finished the basic sciences. I want to change career paths because i want to fulfill my passion and being a doctor isnt one of them. Please dont tell me to just finish. I would like advice on whether or not you think i have a shot. I will include my resume without my name

Objective
To obtain a pharmaceutical sales position that utilizes my experience and knowledge in the study of undergraduate and medical school education.

Professional Summary

•Goal-oriented third year medical student with a track record of consistently meeting and exceeding established goals and objectives related to training and education.

•More than 3 years as a medical student in hospitals and clinics in the US and Mexico.

•Lived and traveled abroad to Guadalajara, Mexico, developing a keen sensitivity to people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluent in Spanish and Italian.

•Achieved significant personal results related to organizational growth and development with excellent interpersonal communication, relationship management, and presentation skills.

•Computer skills include MS Word, Excel, and Internet applications

Education

•Ross University School of Medicine, Edison NJ
2006-current

•Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, School of Medicine Guadalajara Mexico
2004-2006 Basic Sciences

•Marist College, Poughkeepsie NY
2001-2003
90 plus Credits Major Biology

•Relevant Undergraduate and Medical school Courses: Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Nutrition, Anatomy & Physiology, Systemic Pathology and Pathophysiology, Immunology & Serology, Ethics

Work History

•Independent Sales Representative, AVON, Newburgh NY 2007-Current
-Generated sales volume and account management of over 20 customers
- Demonstrated cost effectiveness which enhanced customer satisfaction
- Successfully mastered product knowledge of a line consisting of 200 plus items.
- Establishment and maintenance of marketing, sales and customer files

•Restaurant Manager, Roma Imperial Restaurant, Newburgh NY 2001-2004
-Management of family owned and operated establishment employing 14 people
- Oversaw $11,000 weekly inventory, employment scheduling, personnel management and financial operations
- Creation of marketing collateral, print and radio advertising

•Medical Office Secretary, V & S Medical Associates, Bradford PA 1999-2001
-Oversee computerized front desk management and patient relations for a fast-paced medical office specializing in Internal Medicine
-Screen and prioritize a high volume of calls, manage medical records, and collect patient co-payments
-Communicate laboratory test results and physician’s instructions to patients, and obtain insurance authorization from major insurance carriers following extensive communication of patient histories

Certifications

ACLS Certified (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

BLS Certified (Basic Life Support)

Shannon

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