Editor’s note: This is the first article in a two-part series offering program directors strategies for increasing the quality of faculty evaluations of residents.

Program coordinators are the driving force behind recruitment. They have a hand in everything, from creating recruitment materials to scheduling interviews to meeting with the candidates.

Editor’s note: The February ACGME e-Bulletin outlined nine red flags commonly found during site visits. According to the ACGME, the presence of these red flags in your training program might cause site visitors and RRC reviewers to question the quality of your program and whether you are complying with requirements.

Residents have a full schedule, and some tasks will inevitably take a higher priority over others.