Inova Fairfax Hospital Mock Interview

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Inova Fairfax Hospital was initially looking for someone with 5 years' experience in a similar role. Considering you have just 2 years' experience, would you be willing to accept this position at a lower salary?

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Darby Faubion

Darby Faubion has been a Nurse and Allied Health Educator for over 20 years. She has clinical experience in several specialty areas, including pediatrics, medical-surgical, critical care, and hospice.

Most employers do offer higher salary incentives to get more seasoned employees. This is not meant to devalue a person's knowledge or experience, but rather paying for more experience. It is important to note that the interviewer is not saying you will definitely make less than someone with more experience. Many times this question is to see how you respond and how badly you want a position. If an employee is willing to put in the work and earn the pay increase, employers often see them as someone worth investing in. This is a good time to ask what the beginning salary is and discuss options that are negotiable such as benefits and paid time off.

Darby Faubion

"I understand that years of experience are often rewarded with higher earning. I feel, given the chance to demonstrate my knowledge and skills, you will find that I am capable of doing the job as well as some of the more experienced employees. Having said that, I will not turn down an offer of employment because of a difference in pay based on my present lack of experience. With that in mind, what benefits are available for someone coming on board with your company with my resume?"

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31Inova Fairfax Hospital Interview Questions & Answers

1.Has there ever been a time that you felt singled out for your personal convictions? If so, what did you learn from that experience that allows you to feel empathy towards your patients and/or co-workers?

2.At Inova Fairfax Hospital we seek to hire individuals who display a keen interest in the healthcare arena. Would you consider yourself dedicated to a career in healthcare services?

3.In the healthcare services industry there are many emotions in a day. Have your emotions ever been in the way of your productivity?

4.Inova Fairfax Hospital has 6 independent training programs and 13 partnerships with medical education facilities. What medical training do you have and have you considered furthering your education?

5.At Inova Fairfax Hospital we take pride in our great relationships with clients, vendors, coworkers, and patients. Do you consider yourself to be a strong relationship builder?

6.Inova Fairfax Hospital offers Northern Virginia's only level 1 trauma center for treating the most critically injured patients. Do you have experience working critical care?

7.In order to work for Inova Fairfax Hospital, you must be able to pass a full criminal background check. Do you consent to a full background check?

8.Healthcare service companies require strong organizational skills and attention to detail. How do you ensure that your work is properly organized, and highly accurate?

9.If you could expand your knowledge and expertise in any area of healthcare services, which would you choose?

10.It is often said that a career in healthcare is a 'thankless job'. How can we keep you motivated and engaged, even on the days when you feel your work goes unnoticed?

11.Inova Fairfax Hospital received the Distinguished Hospital Award from Healthgrades for the third consecutive year in 2018. Have you ever been recognized for your accomplishments?

12.At Inova Fairfax Hospital we seek to hire individuals who have ambitions of growing their career. Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years?

13.Inova Fairfax Hospital seeks to hire those with strong problem solving skills. When were you able to successfully resolve a problem in the workplace?

14.When have you shown a willingness to learn a new method or new approach to solving a problem?

15.Everyone you meet has an individual personality. What is something you would like people who are meeting you to know about your personality?

16.Inova Fairfax Hospital has a diverse workforce. When have you worked amongst a diverse group of people?

17.Inova Fairfax Hospital's emergency department currently has a wait time of 17 minutes from the time a patient's information is entered in registration to triage. Do you think that this is a good wait time or could it be improved?

18.Inova Fairfax Hospital supports a healthy work/life balance for all employees. How do you balance life and work?

19.Inova Fairfax Hospital partners with eight nursing schools to provide training to students. Have you ever precepted students who are doing a clinical

20.Being a healthcare provider is rewarding, but can also be very stressful at times. Can you share a situation that was difficult for you and how you worked through it?

21.If you could expand your knowledge and expertise in any healthcare service area, which would you choose?

22.If Inova Fairfax Hospital hired you today, what would you accomplish first?

23.Think about a difficult boss, professor or coworker. What made him or her difficult? How did you successfully interact with this person?

24.With the ongoing changes in the healthcare services industry, how do you keep your knowledge current?

25.What type of work environment do you dislike working in?

26.What made you choose healthcare as a career?

27.Rate your problem solving skills from 1-10. How do you justify your rating?

28.Physicians & researchers at Inova Children's Hospital actively participate in clinical trials in an effort to improve patient care and outcomes for their young children. What are your thoughts about clinical trials involving pediatric patients?

29.Why do you think you will be successful in this role with Inova Fairfax Hospital?

30.Do you think it is possible to be a good team member, yet disagree with the leader?

31.Inova Fairfax Hospital was initially looking for someone with 5 years' experience in a similar role. Considering you have just 2 years' experience, would you be willing to accept this position at a lower salary?