Scope of Standardization of Recruitment Procedure at the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology-Hamad Medical Corporation

Abstract

The National Health Strategy 2011-2016 (NHS) is a comprehensive program of reforms to support the advancement of Qatar's Healthcare Vision of creating a world-class, patient-centered healthcare system. Consequently, Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) is facing a considerable pressure for its services and a seriuos consideration is given to the recruiting process to attract highly skilled employees in a competitive global market. For a strong institutional framework, it becomes a high priority for the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) to regulate the recruitment process by incorporating healthcare recruiting best practices. Several variables should be considered by the hiring department such as the current procedures' diffusion in the field and legal problems associated with the procedures. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of the current recruitment and selection practices and procedures used at the DLMP at HMC and to examine the validity and costs involved of the hiring process.