Telephone Interview

Sometimes if a candidate lives a great distance from the offices of the company then it may not be practical to attend preliminary interviews in person. In this case an interview can be conducted on the telephone. Alternatively some companies use telephone interviews as a screening process to eliminate the weaker candidates early on. A telephone interview is not to be treated as an easier option, it should be conducted in an equally professional manner as a standard interview and the same rules apply. The only difference is that your body language no longer applies.

Do not let the interviewer totally lead the conversation, if it is appropriate push for a face to face meeting saying something like "I would appreciate an opportunity to meet with you in person so we can both better evaluate each other. I am free either Tuesday afternoon or Wednesday morning. Which would be better for you?"
How to behave: Speak in a clear voice, answer the interviewer’s questions precisely and try to elaborate without talking too much, exude controlled professionalism.
This type of remote job interview can be a first point of employment screening.

Although this may seem daunting, it's actually a good thing. It means your CV or resume impressed the recruiter enough to want to find out more.

If you're called to a face-to-face interview, it means they're serious about you and not wasting your time.

How To Handle Them
Prepare as you would for a face-to-face interview.

Dress smartly and arrange a time for the call when you're not at work and can finish the interview without interruptions.

Be able to clearly explain why you think you're a suitable candidate.

Pay special attention to the interviewer's tone of voice.

Make sure you focus your attention on the interviewer and don't get distracted by other things in the room.