1. Design a job description on a position in the health information department.

2. Indicate briefly how the job description might be effectively used for the following human resource management functions: a. Employee selection b. Orientation c. Performance appraisal d. Compensation management.

3. Make a brief but convincing argument for or against the following claim: "Given the trends toward increasing organizational flexibility, employee demands for participation, and the need for ongoing learning and adaptation with the dramatic impact of information technology in the workplace, the traditional job description has become obsolete and should be abandoned. Preparing and revising job descriptions is simply a waste of time and effort."