Maybe we need to submit this question to "lawyernet". Just from my basic understanding I could see how this might raise a problem but may still be worthwhile in the end. Employees are covered by workman's comp and other insurance as part of their employment but an applicant would be less protected. Of course, if an applicant sat down and couldn't get through three or four blocks without cutting themselves that would answer the question on whether you should hire them or not. I interviewed out West once for a PA position at University of Utah and was asked to gross a few specimens. The first specimen was a colon resection. I realized, from anatomic features that the specimen had been oriented backward by the surgeon. I pointed out that the proximal suture actually marked the distal end and was offered a job that afternoon. I also interviewed once in Ohio. I met the pathologist as he was walking out the door. He said he was on his way to do an autopsy and asked that I join him. We had a great chat while we did the autopsy together. Certifications, diplomas and job references are all great but must be taken with a grain of salt during the interview process. One of the worst histotechs for a production lab I ever had in the Air Force came to me as an honor graduate from the AFIP course. She knew histology inside and out but couldn't cut more than 15 blocks an hour to save her life. A demonstration goes a long way. Charles Embrey, PA(ASCP)
-----Original Message----- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Terri Braud Sent: Monday, February 23, 2009 7:58 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: testing cutting ability during an interview >From a recent digest: <If you want to know if someone you are interviewing can really section or stain, set them down at a microtome during the interview process, and watch them.> I have a question about the following statement plucked from a recent digest. What are the legal ramifications if a person cuts themselves during an interview? We've had this discussion at my place of employment and came to the decision that it would leave us open to a legal liability. I would love to hear some discussion on this subject, as well as any experiences that others have had. Terri Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Laboratory Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --------- CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This E-Mail is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it was sent. It may contain information that is privileged and/or confidential, and the use or disclosure of such information may also be restricted under applicable federal and state law. If you received this communication in error, please do not distribute any part of it or retain any copies, and delete the original E-Mail. Please notify the sender of any error by E-Mail. Thank you for your cooperation. _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet