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2005-11-22 11:44 AM

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okay, so I currently work at a public relations firm (which SUCKS!)...I've been trying to land a job as a medical assistant so I can get some healthcare experience before I go to Physician Assitant school in a year or so. (Most grad programs require a year of experience).

Here's the problem: I applied to like 15 jobs last week on various job websites. This morning, I got a call (YAY!!!) from an orthopedic dr's office and they want me to come and interview on Monday. Bad part is- I don't remember what the position was that I applied for! - is it wrong to call them back and politely ask, for which position am I interviewing for? I just don't want to go into the interview unprepared, or be interviewing for a clerical office job- which isn't what I want. Help! Ive already tried going back on the job websites and I can't find the the job posting.


2005-11-22 11:53 AM
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Have Barry call them and ask if they have any jobs open.    Then you don't have to admit that you forgot which one it was.  Even if you do, don't worry, it happens.

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2005-11-22 11:54 AM
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I'd vote no. Looks bad (read: disorganized).

And if it's for a job you don't want, you can always turn it down.

Or maybe have some fun with it once you realize it's not something you want. Start blatantly hitting on the interviewer... pull out a flask and take a hit when you get nervous... just lose it and start crying... excuse yourself to go to the bathroom, every 3 minutes...

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2005-11-22 12:00 PM
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LOL, love the flask idea Brett. I actually just talked to a friend who suggested that I call them tomorrow and be like- I'm really excited to interview and I just want to make sure I am prepared...could you tell me a little more about the position?

 I think that's the best way to phrase it... To all you people out there applying for jobs, make sure you keep track of where you applied, etc., cause this is really frustrating!!
2005-11-22 12:26 PM
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OR you could just ask what your duties will be in that position.  Also ortho rocks

Edited by sue7013 2005-11-22 12:27 PM
2005-11-22 12:54 PM
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LOL!  A flask would be so cool to pull out if the interview is sucking!

We once had a girl in here interviewing for an HR assistant position.  In the middle of the interview she excused herself and headed straight to the bathroom...leaving a trail of pee behind her.  She came back and acted like nothing happened.  It was the most amazing thing I've ever seen. 



2005-11-22 12:55 PM
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Lisa, whatever you do, don't agree to catch tennis balls out of a potato launcher.
2005-11-22 2:01 PM
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Renee - 2005-11-22 1:55 PM Lisa, whatever you do, don't agree to catch tennis balls out of a potato launcher.

LOL!  Once they get in the 110 mph range, they get a little tough to catch.    Quite painful too...will have bruises to rival Renee's swim experience. 

2005-11-22 2:07 PM
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jkbostic - 2005-11-22 11:54 AM

We once had a girl in here interviewing for an HR assistant position.  In the middle of the interview she excused herself and headed straight to the bathroom...leaving a trail of pee behind her.  She came back and acted like nothing happened.  It was the most amazing thing I've ever seen. 



Did she get the Job???
2005-11-22 2:10 PM
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Jeff, Maybe she was just a little over-hydrated for a upcoming race?
2005-11-22 2:27 PM
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Hey Lisa- when I was job hunting, I would print out the job descriptions from the internet and put them into a binder.  I would usually write on the print out when I applied, and how (mailed resume, emailed resume, submitted application on company website, etc.) I found it helpful because it gets hard to remember when/what you applied for. 


2005-11-22 7:05 PM
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I think calling them and asking for more info on the position is a god idea, just hope that thier reply isnt "And which of our available positions dd you apply for? ...dead air...then hang up...lol

Funny interview story. I was interviewing someone just 2 weeks ago and she comes in and right off the bat she says " can we please make this quick, my boyfriend is waiting for me outside and he is bouble-parked?"

Safe to say , she didnt get the job.
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