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      Health Unit Coordinator (Formerly Known As Unit Secretary) Interview

      23 Sept 2014
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied in-person. I interviewed at UPMC in May 2010

      Interview

      Human Resources had explained that in order to apply for this position, I had to complete a diploma program at Bidwell Training Center. However, it was not mandatory and other employees are hired without receiving the diploma. During my interview, I was able to tell them that I had received the diploma as requested so I was easily offered the job being that there was an open position available. The interview was conducted outside of the human resources building at a picnic table with two interviewers. I explained to them all of the knowledge that I received from the diploma program and how I was now qualified for the job. It was obvious that the interviewers were pleased that I quickly pursued the diploma after my initial application. After one employer left the interview, the other employer hinted to me that I would most likely be receiving the job. She confirmed with a phone call that I received shortly after I left. There was only one interview. A second interview was not required. I'd like to add that the diploma program taught me many skills, but once I started the job I realized that a lot of the work I was doing was not covered in any of my classes. I was told that it normally takes six months for one to become comfortable with this job. I suggest that anyone seeking a unit secretary position request a job shadow opportunity before deciding if the job is right for you.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Having knowledge from the program, interview questions were not very difficult. If you job shadow this position then my opinion is that you should do well with the interview. I do not remember any specific unexpected questions.
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