The hiring process in healthcare demands a clear, fair and compliant approach to give all applicants an equal chance. Additionally, healthcare organizations must follow federal and state EEO rules when hiring and interviewing.
To help with this, this course gives healthcare hiring managers the knowledge and tools they need to run fair, legal interviews. Participants will learn about topics, including EEO laws, structured interviews and the difference between legal and illegal interview questions.
By the end of this training, leaders will be ready to make hiring decisions that are follow the law. If you’re looking to improve your hiring process, this course is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals dedicated to fair hiring.
What you will learn:
- The importance of creating a diverse and inclusive workforce in healthcare
- The impact of unconscious bias in the hiring and interviewing process
- Best practices for conducting structured interviews that adhere to EEO regulations
Details
Course length: 45 minutes. CME: 0.75
Languages: American English
Key features: Audio narration, learning activity, and post-assessment.
American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing education to physicians. Our Continuing Medical Education (CME) program is committed to enhancing the knowledge, skills, and professional performance of healthcare providers to improve healthcare outcomes. Through high-quality educational activities, we aim to address the identified educational gaps to support the continuous professional development of our medical community. American Medical Compliance designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should only claim this credit for their complete participation in this activity.
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Promoting Fair and Inclusive Hiring Practices in Healthcare
A well-trained hiring team is key to keeping the recruitment process fair, inclusive, and legal. In addition, making sure that everyone involved in hiring, recruitment, and promotions understands their responsibilities can help prevent discrimination.
By providing education on Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, organizations can lower the risk of hidden bias in hiring. Plus, proper training gives the staff the skills to ask legal interview questions and evaluate candidates fairly.
Setting up clear hiring procedures and holding people accountable shows an organization’s commitment to fairness. Over time, staying proactive with EEO compliance not only prevents discrimination claims but also creates a stronger and more inclusive workplace.
Emphasizing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Healthcare Hiring
In recent years, there has been a heightened focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within healthcare. As organizations strive to create more inclusive workplaces, the hiring process plays a crucial role in fostering diversity.
Ensuring fair and compliant hiring practices goes beyond compliance – it strengthens healthcare teams and enhances patient care. Furthermore, by integrating EDI principles into recruitment strategies, healthcare organizations can attract and retain a workforce that is culturally competent.
To support these efforts, this course provides essential guidance on embedding EDI considerations into hiring and interviewing, helping healthcare professionals navigate bias. Ultimately, a commitment to EDI in hiring is a fundamental step toward building a more just healthcare system.
