A practice manager is interviewing medical assistants for several new positions in an expanding medical practice. Which of the following is not a recommended guideline for conducting the interviews?
A. Stick to a list of questions for all candidates that relate to the job description.
B. Do not rush the interview; allow it to last as long as the candidate prefers.
C. Do not ask why the person is leaving his or her current position.
D. Always ask about child care arrangements.
E. Do not promise to inform the candidate when a decision has been made.
D. Always ask about child care arrangements.
The following guidelines can help those employees who are responsible for conducting pre-employment interviews: (1) Make a list of questions that relate specifically to the job description of the position to be filled, and stick to them, (2) Do not rush the interview, nor let it drag on beyond reasonable time limits, (3) Use general questions such as "Why are you leaving your present position?" and (4) Indicate when a decision will be made and follow through on a promise to inform the applicant of the decision. Do not ask questions about child care arrangements.
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