[Histonet] Help to interview new employees for the first time

[Sheeder, Christopher]

Hi Blanca,
Hiring has become more difficult in recent years. Most employers now only verify past employment. They cannot divulge any corrective actions, performance issues or firings.
References are hand-picked by the applicant so you don't get the whole picture there either.
I typically ask them about their experiences in histology. Obstacles they have overcome, how to handle difficult customers (angry physicians) etc.
If you can give the other techs a chance to ask the candidate questions, great, otherwise see what questions your techs want to know.
I fully agree with Terri Braud's response. Do not have them perform any type of function. That is the purpose of the probationary period.
The best interview question that was ever asked of me..."Name 12 uses for a pencil".
Seems silly, but it's not about the answer, it's about demonstrating your creative problem solving skills. (it was tough, but I came up with 12!)
Best of luck!

Christopher Sheeder, HT(ASCP)QIHC
Pathology Manager | Department of Laboratories
Seattle Children's Hospital

-----Original Message-----
From: Blanca Lopez <Blanca.Lopez at UTSouthwestern.edu>
Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2019 11:48 AM
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Subject: [Histonet] Help to interview new employees for the first time

I am going to interview people for Histotech position for the first time...what are the best questions to ask? How do I prepare myself? what is the I need to know that they are the best one? What should I ask or choose? Is good to put them in action like cutting or staining to check on their skills or what are your recommendations? thank you for your help

Blanca Lopez HT (ASCP)cm
Senior Histotechnologist
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center UTSTR Biorepository Tissue Lab
6000 Harry Hines Blvd NB5.102
Dallas, Texas 75390
214-648-7598
blanca.lopez at utsouthwestern.edu<mailto:blanca.lopez at utsouthwestern.edu>



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