Saturday, July 14, 2007

Tip Two: Managing the On-site Interview

You have poured over countless curriculum vitae, narrowed down the best hospitalist candidates and now it's time to invite them for an on-site interview. What do you do now?

To start, the interview itinerary should be sent to the candidate a week in advance. This allows the candidate to review the itinerary and get a familiarity with the process.

Remember that first impressions count. The manner in which you conduct the on-site interview sends a clear message to the candidate about your organization. Upon arrival, the prospective employee should be greeted and escorted by a designated interview team member during the course of the interview. The interview team needs to be well-organized and set aside plenty of time to spend with the candidate.

Always conduct interviews with a wrap-up session that allows the candidate to address any issues or unanswered questions. If he or she wants the position afterward, your efforts have been successful.

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