Selecting Orthopaedic Trainees: A Comparative Analysis of Shortlisting Versus Interviewing

Abstract

Entry into higher surgical training schemes in orthopaedics remains competitive: in the UK there are currently more than six applicants for each available training post. In many countries the application process is similar with candidates submitting written data in the form of a CV or application form. This is used as a basis for longlisting (the selection of all candidates who possess the minimum job criteria), then shortlisting (the ranking of longlisted candidates) and, finally, an interview. At interview the successful candidates are selected.