Career and Life Planning Guidebook for Medical Residents

There are many questions that could be asked by the interviewers and far too many to list them here. Depending on the person conducting the interview, the following factors play into the types of questions they may ask, such as: • Role in the organization (e.g., CEO, medical staff director, practicing physician, nurse, administrator) • Personality (e.g., analytical, extrovert, introvert, personable, stand-offish) • Role in the interviewprocess (e.g., specificqualities, background, qualifications, emotional intelligence) Many organizations provide their interviewers with a list of questions, asking them to rate the candidate along specific criteria. Typically, the last question is, “Do you recommend we hire this physician?” This is the ultimate question you want answered affirmatively. Each interviewer evaluates and assesses the candidate in his or her own unique way. Bringing these perspectives into discussion is designed to make a good hiring decision for the organization. Recommended Tool Sample Physician Interview Questions the Employer May Ask. Use this tool to prepare for the various questions you may be asked on the onsite in- terview. By anticipating questions, you’ll be able to answer more effectively, and the interview will be more successful. http://md.careers/S-13 Preparing Questions to Ask (Based On Your Values) Customize questions for each person with whom you’ll meet based on their role or position. Gathering and evaluating as many facts as you can about a potential employer ultimately makes the interview more WORTHWHILE . Not only will you gain valuable information to help make your decision, you will also present yourself in a more positive light by asking informed questions. SECTION II: T MINUS TWO YEARS CAREER AND LIFE PLANNING GUIDEBOOK FOR MEDICAL RESIDENTS 256