Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Medical Assistant

Knownwell · Woburn, MA

👋 Meet knownwell, weight-inclusive healthcare for all. Join a dynamic company that is changing the way obesity care is delivered. We offer weight management, primary care, nutrition counseling, and health coaching. Our care model combines in-clinic and virtual care to bring support to patients where and when they need it.

Backed by $50M in funding—including a $25M round led by CVS Health Ventures with support from a16z Bio + Health, Flare Capital, MassMutual, and Intermountain Ventures—we’re scaling fast and expanding access to evidence-based obesity care nationwide.

As a Medical Assistant at knownwell, you will play a key role in delivering patient-centered care by managing clinical tasks and supporting the broader healthcare team. You’ll be responsible for assisting with procedures, managing patient flow, and ensuring patient records are up to date, all while providing compassionate, high-quality care. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment and contribute to improving the health and well-being of patients in both primary care and obesity management settings. 
 
Schedule: This role requires availability for a rotating weekday shift based on business needs, scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM ET
EMR: Athena 
Location: Primarily Woburn, MA but may include travel to a different greater Boston clinic based on staffing or business needs.
As a Medical Assistant at knownwell, you will play a key role in delivering patient-centered care by managing clinical tasks and supporting the broader healthcare team. You’ll be responsible for assisting with procedures, managing patient flow, and ensuring patient records are up to date, all while providing compassionate, high-quality care. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative environment and contribute to improving the health and well-being of patients in both primary care and obesity management settings. 
 
Schedule: This role requires availability for a rotating weekday shift based on business needs, scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM ET
EMR: Athena 
Location: Primarily Woburn, MA but may include travel to a different greater Boston clinic based on staffing or business needs.
Pay & Perks:
💻 Fully remote opportunity
🩺 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
📈 401K retirement plan with company match
🏝️ Up to 20 days of PTO per year + company holidays
👶 Up to 14 weeks of parental leave (12 for non-birthing parents) 
🏡 Annual work from home stipend for remote employees

knownwell, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Based on current size of the clinic and HIPAA regulation, providers cannot receive care in clinic and provider’s household members cannot receive primary care in the clinic. 

Responsibilities:

  • Manage patient flow: Facilitate transitions between reception, exam rooms, and check-out, ensuring seamless care. 
  • Assist with clinical tasks: Take vitals, gather patient history, triage, and assist with clinical procedures. 
  • Support patient follow-up: Ensure records are updated, review test results with providers, and communicate with patients as needed. 
  • Coordinate care: Manage patient medication prior authorizations, and assist with outgoing referrals and scheduling. 
  • Perform administrative tasks: Support scheduling, patient check-in/out, insurance verification, and other administrative needs when needed. 
  • Collaborate with the care team: Work closely with both clinical and front-desk staff to maintain smooth operations. 
  • Maintain exam rooms: Ensure supplies are stocked, and rooms are ready for patient care. 
  • Provide compassionate care: Adhere to knownwell’s mission of providing inclusive, non-judgmental care to all patients, regardless of size, background, or health status. 
  • Virtual care: May support virtual patient care needs as part of our hybrid care model, including remote check-in and clinician support when needed. 

    • Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant certification preferred. 
  • At least 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in primary care, specialty care, metabolic health, or weight management. 
  • Experience with prior authorizations and referrals is a strong plus. 
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (Athena experience preferred). 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. 
  • A team player with a passion for inclusive, compassionate care. 
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