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Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
The interviewer wants to see that you have thought about what impact you want to make at Austin Health and how you plan to achieve it. Think about what you would first accomplish if hired today. Perhaps you would complete the onboarding process, attend employee orientation, meet your colleagues, or read all you can to learn about the company's policies and procedures.

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"When we spoke earlier, you mentioned that you urgently sought to improve the level of patient care and compassion at this facility. I want to offer my skills in building patient rapport and help improve the satisfaction of everyone that uses the services of Austin Health. I plan to make a positive impact very quickly."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
"If hired today, I would commit to diving into every resource provided to me, speeding up the learning curve typical of a new hire who is also new to their career. I will soak in every learning opportunity that comes my way so that I can be a self-sufficient member of your healthcare service team within the first 30 days."

Krista Wenz has been on thousands of interview panels hiring EMS professionals and firefighters for public and private agencies.
When you start a new position, it is essential to be clear on how you will make a positive impact after being hired. This question is delicate, and you need to show respect for the onboarding process, then give a moderately ambitious project that you could execute. This concept is often called your 'value proposition' in marketing. 'Hire me because I'll do X.'
Remember, this is your campaign promise. If hired, it will likely be your first target to hit; depending on the environment, it could make or break you. The best approach is to give a functional analysis of the employers' needs and your skills.
Tell the interviewer your impact goal, should you be the successful candidate. Be sure to refer to the company's immediate needs, such as increasing budgets, or improving patient care, for instance.

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