Feature|Articles|November 10, 2025

Practice tip of the week: Interviewing new employees

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Your weekly dose of wisdom from the Physicians Practice experts.

With all the useful information available on Physicians Practice, it is easy to become overwhelmed.

With this in mind, the tip of the week is a chance to reflect on some of the wisdom found all across the site. This September article on interviewing new employees for your medical practice gives this tip:

4. Check references carefully for behavior and attitude

Reference calls shouldn’t be a formality. They’re a chance to uncover how someone handled stress, worked with colleagues or supported patients. According to Medical Economics, culture matters as much as technical skills, and references often reveal whether a candidate truly aligns.

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