Under the Weather

I have fallen victim to the germs. =/ No amount of hand washing and avoiding sick people could have saved me from this. =/

Lack of Recruitment

At this point, I am beginning to rethink my career aspirations. I'm wondering if becoming a recruiter for healthcare IT is a better option.

When does the law of supply and demand apply? I understand that there is a shortage of professionals in healthcare IT. I read an article on MSN last week that there is considerable lack of women in the IT field.

I am absolutely dying to get into healthcare IT. I believe that I have a lot to contribute to the field because I am so passionate about realizing changes in the hospital setting. And the last I checked, I am a female. So why is it so difficult for me to find opportunities?

I was presented with an opportunity at Perot Systems, but there is a huge catch. After the three-month training program called Healthcare Academy, I am to be relocated to any of their accounts in the United States where I can start my career as a healthcare business systems analyst. hmm...

I'm waiting to see the contract. Is there room for salary growth? Seeing how there is a demand in the field, I'm thinking that the salary is on the lower end of the spectrum. How long do I have to commit to the location? The only thing that isn't allowing me to let go of this opportunity is the training program. Where else can I learn everything about healthcare IT? Pretty much nowhere.

I'm stuck.

Meanwhile, I'm scouring the career pages at various hospital and healthcare system websites.

Wish me luck!! =)

Frustration

I wonder if I am taking the wrong approach with the job search thing. What is with the lack of information that is available to those seeking a career in healthcare IT?

I am so confused. I must gather more details about this "opportunity" that was presented to me. =/