I'm a Medical Assistant. I've been working as one for over 15 years now. I'm currently unemployed, long story, and actively interviewing. Been reading this sub for a few months and this has really built my confidence.
I just left 2 job interviews. 1 in person and 1 phone. In person left me waiting 26 minutes in the lobby. Once we went to the back they, the Supervisors (?), asked a few basic questions then proceeded to say how they noticed on my application I was asking for $20 but they were only offering $16. (Mind you I live in Southern California) I asked if this was negotiable since their ad on Indeed stated a range of $16-20 and they said “No”. I then replied I couldn't work for that little and I was asking for $20 like it said and that I have a mortgage and kids. I also said if you want to match my offer I may be interested. Then I got up and excused myself.
Once in my car I had a phone interview and I was offered the same amount and said basically the same thing.
But I do have good news! I have another interview next week with a different company further away for more than what I'm asking! 🤞🤞🤞
Anyways thanks to this sub for the courage to stand up for myself!