Exam 7: Selection I: Applicant Screening

Which method is used to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements for the job

What must a potential employer be able demonstrate if an application form asks for information related to a prohibited ground

Scenario 7-1 Medical Office Assistant Okanagan Medical Clinic (OMC), Kelowna, B.C. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant (MOA) to join our medical team.The primary focus of the MOA position is to provide office administration support services to two medical doctors.The essential functions and responsibilities include the following: as a primary point of contact, answers phones and gathers patient information, ensuring all patients are greeted professionally, while showing respect and patience; and uses health-care software and MS office computer applications to schedule appointments and prepare reports, insurance forms, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, transcriptions, and medical records.The incumbent exercises adaptability, initiative, organization, time management, and independent judgment in the performance of assigned tasks. The successful candidate must possess strong written and oral communication skills and an advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Access, and PowerPoint.The applicant must be able to work and communicate effectively in a small business team environment and build effective interpersonal working relationships with professional employees and clients.The standard office hours include some evening and weekend work.MOAs are routinely required to lift medical equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 10 kilograms and are regularly exposed to contagious diseases. Required qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from either an MOA or office administration certificate program.Bookkeeping and medical industry experience would be considered a highly weighted asset. This is a full-time position effective immediately.The salary is competitive and will depend on education and experience, Please apply in confidence by email to omc@okanagan.bc.ca. -Why would OMC be concerned about false negative errors

Scenario 7-1 Medical Office Assistant Okanagan Medical Clinic (OMC), Kelowna, B.C. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant (MOA) to join our medical team.The primary focus of the MOA position is to provide office administration support services to two medical doctors.The essential functions and responsibilities include the following: as a primary point of contact, answers phones and gathers patient information, ensuring all patients are greeted professionally, while showing respect and patience; and uses health-care software and MS office computer applications to schedule appointments and prepare reports, insurance forms, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, transcriptions, and medical records.The incumbent exercises adaptability, initiative, organization, time management, and independent judgment in the performance of assigned tasks. The successful candidate must possess strong written and oral communication skills and an advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Access, and PowerPoint.The applicant must be able to work and communicate effectively in a small business team environment and build effective interpersonal working relationships with professional employees and clients.The standard office hours include some evening and weekend work.MOAs are routinely required to lift medical equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 10 kilograms and are regularly exposed to contagious diseases. Required qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from either an MOA or office administration certificate program.Bookkeeping and medical industry experience would be considered a highly weighted asset. This is a full-time position effective immediately.The salary is competitive and will depend on education and experience, Please apply in confidence by email to omc@okanagan.bc.ca. -Refer to Scenario 7-1.How would OMC screen for the minimum educational qualifications of an MOA

Which of the following does NOT enhance the predictive value of reference checks

You are the HRM for KM Contracting.Due to significant time constraints, the construction superintendent has asked you to collect as much applicant background information as you can on the application form to streamline and speed up the screening and selection process.What would you suggest to the construction superintendent

Which term refers to a situation where an employer places an unfit or unqualified person in an employment situation that puts others at an unreasonable risk of harm

Which of the following is NOT one of the four groups designated in the federal government's Employment Equity Act

How does human rights legislation affect the screening process

Recruitment involves identifying individuals from the applicant pool who have minimum qualifications for the targeted position.

Which concept refers to individuals who are predicted to perform successfully in a given position but who do not perform at satisfactory levels when placed on the job

Scenario 7-1 Medical Office Assistant Okanagan Medical Clinic (OMC), Kelowna, B.C. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant (MOA) to join our medical team.The primary focus of the MOA position is to provide office administration support services to two medical doctors.The essential functions and responsibilities include the following: as a primary point of contact, answers phones and gathers patient information, ensuring all patients are greeted professionally, while showing respect and patience; and uses health-care software and MS office computer applications to schedule appointments and prepare reports, insurance forms, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, transcriptions, and medical records.The incumbent exercises adaptability, initiative, organization, time management, and independent judgment in the performance of assigned tasks. The successful candidate must possess strong written and oral communication skills and an advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Access, and PowerPoint.The applicant must be able to work and communicate effectively in a small business team environment and build effective interpersonal working relationships with professional employees and clients.The standard office hours include some evening and weekend work.MOAs are routinely required to lift medical equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 10 kilograms and are regularly exposed to contagious diseases. Required qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from either an MOA or office administration certificate program.Bookkeeping and medical industry experience would be considered a highly weighted asset. This is a full-time position effective immediately.The salary is competitive and will depend on education and experience, Please apply in confidence by email to omc@okanagan.bc.ca. -Refer to Scenario 7-1.Which screening methods could OMC consider

What screening method would you use to screen for a lifeguard's CPR certification

Which of the following terms is defined as the correlation between assessment scores and job performance measures

What is the best use of references in the screening process

Which law prohibits federally regulated employers from discriminating on prohibited grounds

Screening begins before the Human Resources Department receives the application.

Why should employers be cautious regarding the use of biodata

A weighted application blank is a form used by job candidates to provide an employer with basic information about their knowledge, skills, education, or other job-related information.

Refer to the job advertisement below.Identify and list the KSAOs outlined in the job advertisement.List in order of priority the minimum qualifications you would be inclined to screen for and how you would do the screening, and provide a rationale for each screening method you use.Develop two to four questions that would be useful in your background reference checks on MOA applicants, and explain their use. Medical Office Assistant Okanagan Medical Clinic (OMC), Kelowna, B.C. We are looking for a Medical Office Assistant (MOA) to join our medical team.The primary focus of the MOA position is to provide office administration support services to two medical doctors.The essential functions and responsibilities include the following: as a primary point of contact, answers phones and gathers patient information, ensuring all patients are greeted professionally while showing respect and patience; and uses health-care software and MS office computer applications to schedule appointments and prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, case histories, transcriptions, and medical records.The incumbent exercises adaptability, initiative, organization, time management, and independent judgment in the performance of assigned tasks. The successful candidate must possess strong written and oral communication skills and an advanced knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Access, and PowerPoint.The applicant must be able to work and communicate effectively in a small business team environment and build effective interpersonal working relationships with professional employees and clients.The standard office hours include some evening and weekend work.MOAs are routinely required to lift medical equipment and/or supplies weighing up to 10 kilograms and are regularly exposed to contagious diseases. Required qualifications include completion of Grade 12 plus graduation from either an MOA or office administration certificate program.Bookkeeping and medical industry experience would be considered a highly weighted asset. This is a full-time position effective immediately.The salary is competitive and will depend on education and experience, Please apply in confidence by email to omc@okanagan.bc.ca.