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Poterntial job offer, but between surgeries, what to do?

S shnwilkinsMember
So I am one month post surgery 2 of 3 for the jpouch and I just got notified of an interview for a job that is for what I went to college for. It is also pretty much what I want to be doing with my career. So the problem is I am not sure what to do, I think I have a good chance of landing this gig. However I don't know if it would be a good idea to hold off on the last surgery and remain with my high output loop illeo in order to get this job. Also, when would I be able to get the last surgery? Should I tell the interviewer about my situation and maybe they will hold the job for me? I am just not sure what to do. I really want this job and I could really use the money. Who knows if Ill be able to get a decent paying job in a couple months when my operations are over with. Anyone have any similar situations or any advice on how to proceed?
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Scott FScott FMember
IMO you should wait until you're offered the job before discussing whatever accommodations you may need at the beginning. Once they've decided they want you it's easier to have a more constructive conversation. I had the very positive experience of an employer encouraging me to get on the payroll right before a planned surgery, though we agreed that the time off would be without pay.
R Roni*Member
There's a book by Roger Haggerty called, "Hire Me". If you can get ahold of it, read it real quick before you make any decisions. You could get royally screwed if you make the wrong choice.

I hope everything works out and you get the job. BTW, the book is not very long. You could easily read it in a day or an evening.

-Roni*
W wsh6745Member
Are you working now? If you are, you may want to think about it. I don't think you are protected under FMLA for absences up to 12 weeks/year unless you have worked for a company for at least one year. Some companies may offer FMLA protection during the first year but I don't think they are required to. I am not positive about that but something to look into.

Good luck!
P PluotMember
Advice I always try to follow is "don't leave until you leave." In other words, don't handicap yourself because of something that might happen in the future. It sounds like this is a dream job for you, so don't handicap yourself by making your interviews about your health issues. Go through with the interview with your best foot forward and see if it's a good fit and they want to hire you.

If they DO want you, then you will have a lot more leverage and be in a good position to share your situation and see if you can reach an agreement about timing.
suebearsuebearMember
I have over 300 employees; there are not too many candidates I hire that don't have some type of previously scheduled commitment that will impact their new job. Weddings, travel, medical, you name it. I realize this and never deny them what they need to take care of. I believe a good employer will work around your needs, but I wouldn't mention it until after you have been offered the job. You really don't want to work for a company that would either not hire you because of this.

Sue Big Grin

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