Kaiser Permanente has a diverse workforce. Talk about a time that you worked with a diverse team and what role did you play on that team?
Kaiser Permanente was founded on the simple idea that everyone deserves the chance to live a healthy life. Where they practice in California, Hawaii, Colorado, Oregon, and beyond, the company is committed to reflecting and embracing the diverse communities they serve. Knowing that you'd join a very diverse team, your interviewer wants to hear how you will complement their staff. Think of an environment that you've been a part of in the past that was culturally rich and come to your interview ready to discuss how you thrived in this environment. Highlight that you are excited to join this culture into the future.
"The current team that I've been a part of for the last seven years is full of all ages, from new graduates to experienced professionals nearing retirement. We also have a very solid representation of many different races and genders, which I feel makes the team more dynamic, fun, and productive. When I started on this team, a seasoned colleague took me under her wing. Being from China and having trained there for many years, I learned so much about new ways of doing and thinking about things in my work from her that I continue to bring with me today. I would look forward to the chance to join the very diverse team here at Kaiser Permanente and continue to embrace it into the future."
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Anonymous Answer
Where I work, we have a diverse team; we all work together by translating to patients, helping them understand when they have questions, and splitting the job to get it done on time.
Rachelle's Feedback
This sounds like a very collaborative workplace. Good example!
Anonymous Answer
I grew up in a homogenous small town in Ohio. College was my first introduction to diversity. During my first job at Duke hospital, one of my patients was greek. She asked if she could display religious artifacts during her procedure. I was very intrigued as she explained their meaning. I love D&I in the workplace so I can learn about different cultures and their method of dealing with situations. I am glad Kaiser has a diverse workplace so I can continue to learn.
Amanda's Feedback
This question is actually focused on a time when you worked with a diverse team and the role you played rather than a patient interaction. You can better highlight your experience working in a diverse and inclusive environment by talking about specific projects you worked on with a diverse team and how embracing those differences helped you solve problems or meet client needs. If you have any formal training in diversity and inclusion, this is also a great opportunity to talk about that experience. In the end, try to share how you celebrate diversity and remain inclusive in the workplace.
Anonymous Answer
I have always worked with a diverse team in my professional life and it was always a pleasant experience. I love learning about my colleagues' different backgrounds and how different perspectives can reach the same goal. It made me feel included and important when everyone respects each other’s differences and is able to work well together. Kaiser does a wonderful job at promoting diversity and inclusion and I hope to be able to represent Kaiser’s rich culture.
Jaymie's Feedback
This is a great experience to share. Be sure to include an answer to the second part of the question about what role you played on the team.
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