Why does it sometimes take so long to hear back after an interview? How long is reasonable?
What can you do if you feel like you're being ghosted by a potential employer?

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:

• What the internal processes and approvals might slow things down
• When multiple candidates are under consideration
• The potential for hiring freezes or other corporate actions

Listening to this episode will help you understand why you might not hear back from a company right away after an interview, and provide you with practical advice on how to handle the situation. Some things are out of your control, but this episode will help you navigate ahead and make the most of what you can – and should – do after an interview.

In this Episode:

[2:00] Have you really been ghosted? And 5 other reasons you haven’t heard back.

[5:17] Internal red tape that can slow things down (and have nothing to do with you)

[8:20] When it’s not about you, but it IS about someone else

[14:00] So, what can you actually DO in this situation?

[22:20] Never give up!

Links and Resources:

Industry Insider - 12 hours of CME, learn exactly how to land a rewarding nonclinical career without a new degree, special connections, prior experience, or a pay cut

Episode 108 - What You Need to Know About Why You Didn't Get the Job

Episode 127 - How to Get Helpful Feedback From a Job Interview

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Should you become a physician in utilization management? Wondering what “utilization management” is, and what a UM doctor does? A UM path can lead to a rewarding and fulfilling career for those who value flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on healthcare outcomes. I’m no expert in this area, so I brought in a guest who is- Dr. Jonathan Vitale!

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:

• Qualifications for utilization management positions, and what you need to be competitive
• What a utilization management doctor actually does, and how to determine if UM is the right nonclinical career for you
• Potential downsides to a nonclinical utilization management career you’ll want to consider before making a change

In my interview with Dr. Vitale, we explore the world of Utilization Management – a very popular nonclinical career option for doctors. Dr. Vitale is a board-certified family physician who transitioned from clinical practice to UM more than a decade ago. He tells us why many physicians choose UM for better work-life balance, potentially higher hourly income, less stress, and other benefits.

In this Episode:

• Dr. Vitale’s path from family medicine to utilization management
• What exactly is “utilization management” and what’s the job like?
• Pros, cons, and career advancement in UM
• Tips for physician job seekers interested in UM

Links and Resources:

Industry Insider - 12 hours of CME, learn exactly how to land a rewarding nonclinical career without a new degree, special connections, prior experience, or a pay cut

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Are you frustrated that you aren’t getting the job, despite getting interviews? Even more frustrated that you don’t get any helpful or actionable feedback from those interviews?

If you’ve been interviewing without success, and only getting generic feedback that the company has chosen to move forward with another candidate, this episode may help you learn how to get better feedback – and ultimately, strengthen yourself as a candidate.

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss:

• A different way of looking at the questions you are asked
• How to showcase your skills and address potential deficits directly
• Ways to follow up strategically, to get the feedback and the job

During this episode, you’ll learn about implementing these strategies to gain valuable insights into your strengths and weaknesses and increase your chances of securing your desired position.
Discover how to transform typical job interview feedback into actionable steps for career advancement.

In this Episode:

[0:45] If you’re interviewing, you ARE a strong candidate

[1:52] What you can learn about yourself from the questions you are asked

[4:13] Ask this highly instructive question before the interview ends!

[9:41] Hints you may not be communicating your strengths clearly

Links and Resources:

Industry Insider - 12 hours of CME, learn exactly how to land a rewarding nonclinical career without a new degree, special connections, prior experience, or a pay cut

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