The pre-employment interview in the hospital pharmacy.

The personal interview is generally used as a pre-employment screening technique by hospital pharmacy directors. The effectiveness of this interaction can be maximized by explicitly identifying the objectives to be accomplished by the interview, carefully preparing a collection of questions through which the objectives are achieved, and creating an environment which promotes a free-flowing exchange of information. Some sample objectives and questions are offered. Different types of questions and their appropriate use are presented. Thoroughly planning and carefully conducting the pre-employment interview will optimize the time spent in this valuable activity.