Frequently Asked Questions
To view questions and answers on a specific topic, please select one of the options below:
Getting Started
Q: How do I get started using CareerPharm?
A: You must have a username and password to use the CareerPharm site. You can create a username and password quickly and easily from the CareerPharm home page. If you have an existing ASHP username and password use it.
Q: I’m an advertising agent or recruiter working on behalf of an employer. How do I set up an account?
A: Contact Randy Manos: 301-664-8786,
rmanos@ashp.org
Q: How do I obtain my username and password if I’ve forgotten them?
A: Click Sign In from the CareerPharm home page and choose the “I forgot my password” option.
Q: How can I change my password?
A: You must log in from ashp.org and access your profile to change your password.
Resume Search
Q: How do I search resumes?
A: Once you are logged in and have purchased and activated a job you can conduct a search by choosing from the drop down menu on your My CareerPharm page or by clicking the Search Resumes tab. If you do not enter key words or chose any specific criteria you will receive a list of all resumes.
Q: Why should I create a Search Agent?
A: When you create a Search Agent you will no longer have to search for resumes. An email will automatically be sent to you when a new resume meeting your criteria has been posted.
Q: How often will I receive resumes?
A: You will receive resumes as they become available. You have the option of setting your Search Agent daily, weekly or monthly. Please be advised if you set a daily Search Agent you will receive the search agent on that day of the week. When setting up multiple daily Search Agents try to do them on the same day of the week to avoid emails receiving multiple daily emails from CareerPharm.
Q: How many Search Agents can I set up?
A: As many as you need.
Job Purchase and Posting
Q: How do I get started posting jobs?
A: If you are a current ASHP customer or member you simply log in with your username and password. You will be directed to the My CareerPharm page where you will be able to purchase and post jobs.
If you do not have an account, you will need to create one before posting your jobs. Click here to create your account. You will be directed to the My CareerPharm page where you may begin purchasing and posting jobs and managing your account.
Q: How long does it take to post a job?
A: Posting a job to CareerPharm is very quick and easy. There are a 4 quick steps and you have the ability to cut and past your job description to a text box.
Q: Is there a discount for ASHP members?
A: CareerPharm does not offer ASHP membership discounts.
Q: My company/institution does not authorize the use of a credit card. How do I pay?
A: Please contact Randy Manos: 301-664-8786 or
rmanos@ashp.org
Q: If I post a job how long will it take before it will appear on the site?
A: Once you have paid for your posting you may activate it immediately.
Q: How will I know if job seekers are finding my position on CareerPharm?
A: The best way to determine if CareerPharm is successful for you is to allow job seekers to apply directly from the CareerPharm site. That way you can track the success of your job postings. You can also use the Job Tracker Dashboard to view the number of times your job has come up in a search or has been viewed by a job seeker.
Q: Does CareerPharm have a system for keeping track of candidates and contacting candidates online?
A: Yes. When you find a candidate you are interested in you can click Contact Candidate and email them directly from the CareerPharm site. You can also save resumes of candidates who have applied to your jobs and those you have contacted.
Q: I want to post a job for a colleague using my CareerPharm account. Can I change the contact information?
A: Yes. Just change the contact information in Step 4 of the job builder to the person responsible for recruiting for that position.
Q: If I make my job Inactive, will the job still expire?
A: Yes, after the initial activation your job will expire in 45 or 90 days (depending on the product you purchased) regardless of whether you choose to make it inactive.
Advertising Opportunities
Q: What products do you offer for advertising and recruiting and what do they cost?
A: Please contact Randy Manos for details on our other advertising products: 301-664-8786 or
rmanos@ashp.org
PPS
Q: What is the difference between job postings on the CareerPharm job board and PPS job board?
A: The CareerPharm job board hosts jobs and resumes all year round. PPS is a recruitment forum that takes place during ASHP’s Midyear Clinical Meeting. Job postings and resumes are only available for a limited time. By posting on PPS you’ll be able to search resumes and contact candidates to schedule interviews. For more details on how to participate in PPS see the PPS section of this website.
Q: If I have a job posting on CareerPharm will it automatically be posted to PPS?
A: No, you must purchase a PPS listing in order for your job to be posted on PPS. Please see the PPS information page for more details.
For further inquiries, please call the CareerPharm management team at 301-664-8786 or email us at careerpharm@ashp.org.