I have been searching for a job since 6 months after being laid off.

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February 20,2024 at 4:06PM UTC

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I have been searching for a job since 6 months after being laid off.

I have an interview tomorrow and it’s my first in a long time. I am in the field of health information management and my interview is directly with the department director. She was the one to reach out and schedule me for the interview. I am a bit nervous. Is it normal to just interview directly with the dept director without a recruiter reaching out first?

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AnonymousFebruary 20,2024 at 4:27PM UTC
I had this happen for a role two jobs back. The hiring manager reached out via LinkedIn and interviewed me. Turns out, it wasn't an 'official' interview. Once she decided I was a fit, she sent me back to the recruiter and the process stared formally. In this case, the hiring manager was having trouble finding a good fit and took things into their own hands. But I got the job. And it was a great way to feel comfortable in the process. So, good luck!
AnonymousFebruary 20,2024 at 4:37PM UTC
The good,the bad and the ugly!
The good- you may get directly into the interview process instead of first dealing with a recruiter but check out the actual size of the company.
The Bad- They may be just trying to pump you for information to help their existing teams.
The ugly- you are applying for a position that does not exist and they are just filling their quota requirements due to some HR compliance issues because they actualy hire from within the company for any position!
AnonymousFebruary 20,2024 at 7:48PM UTC
Sure, it is these days companies are laying off recruitment teams in droves since they are cost center positions and don't drive revenue. When you meet with the manager ask them about the process, the steps, the timeline and how they will make a decision. At the end of the interview look them in the eye and ask them if they have any concerns about your fit for the role. You will get honesty and if they don't respond directly to that question their body language will tell all. Good luck!
AnonymousFebruary 24,2024 at 2:31AM UTC
Yes, especially if it is a smaller hospital or clinic.
KittyFebruary 24,2024 at 4:23PM UTC
It sounds like she is very interested. It is unusual- ?.