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From being co-founded in 1945 as a revolutionary healthcare model to growing into the industry giant they are today, the success and growth of Kaiser Permanente was built by the people making it operate every day. It will be important for your interviewer to get to know just who you are and what motivates you during your time together, so they give you the opportunity here to talk about yourself and your interests. This question allows you the chance to open up and give a full snapshot of yourself, so be sure to take advantage of it. Any way that you can provide your ability to help live Kaiser's vision of being trusted partners to their members will benefit you.

"Kaiser Permanente would be hiring a highly motivated person who knows how to have fun and loves thriving in a team-based atmosphere. Outside of work, my priorities are my family and our hobby farm that we own. We raise chickens, goats, and horses. On top of this, we also own and breed golden retrievers. We love the slower life our homestead provides. We are also very avid outdoorspeople and spend as much time as possible canoeing and fishing as many small rivers as we can."

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"In 2006 I started working at Giant Eagle pharmacy as an OTC associate. I also help the pharmacist with anything they needed from translating to ringing up customers. At the same time, I was going to school to become a tech and got a job at a Wal-Mart pharmacy as a tech in 2010, and I have been working there since."

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Your work history sounds strong, and it seems as though you are very loyal to your work. If you can add in a little bit more about your education, that would round out your answer nicely.

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"I love to spend time with my family and go hiking and bike riding. I have been working in the eye clinic field for eight years, and I look forward to building my skills and learning."

Rachelle's Feedback

You sound energetic and positive! There are other ways you could expand on this answer as well, if given the time. For instance, you could chat about any volunteer work or post-secondary experiences.

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"I love to take my family to amusement parks and county fairs. When we are riding rides, enjoying good food, and watching people, we are happy and carefree. We also like to enter our homemade crafts and drawings to the county fair and I am competitive with my family. Besides spending time with my family, I am working towards my goal of a black belt in Gumdo, Koren Sword Fighting. I am thankful that my instructor will modify forms due to my weak right knee, which I've had a repaired torn medial meniscus."

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Sharing things you enjoy is important, but consider starting by talking about your recent education, family life, or volunteer work before you share hobbies or interests. Bring up anything that is interesting and highlights your ability to be a dependable, responsible, collaborative member of the Kaiser team.

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"I graduated with my MSW last year with a 3.9 GPA. I completed two years of internship providing therapy and case management to at-risk youth and grade school students. After graduation, I worked as a wraparound therapist providing field-based services to foster children and families referred by DCFS. I hope to be part of Kaiser’s mental health team because its vision aligns with my own personal values and how I want to serve my community."

Jaymie's Feedback

You did a nice job giving an overview of your education, accomplishments with your GPA, experience, and how that would align well with Kaiser Permanente.

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"I am one of eight kids and grew up in the Midwest, where I went to medical school, completed specialty training, and practiced for several years. I moved out west two years ago and have worked in private practice. I enjoy all sports, especially trail running, hiking, skiing, and swimming. My four young adult children and I enjoy visiting national parks and discussing the latest Marvel or Star Wars movies."

Jaymie's Feedback

You're off to a great start! Incorporate skills and abilities that you'd bring to the table that align with the mission and values of Kaiser Permanente.

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Written by Ryan Brunner on February 28th, 2024

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Written by Ryan Brunner on February 28th, 2024

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Rachelle's Feedback

Your work history sounds strong, and it seems as though you are very loyal to your work. If you can add in a little bit more about your education, that would round out your answer nicely.

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"I love to spend time with my family and go hiking and bike riding. I have been working in the eye clinic field for eight years, and I look forward to building my skills and learning."

Rachelle's Feedback

You sound energetic and positive! There are other ways you could expand on this answer as well, if given the time. For instance, you could chat about any volunteer work or post-secondary experiences.

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Jaymie's Feedback

You did a nice job giving an overview of your education, accomplishments with your GPA, experience, and how that would align well with Kaiser Permanente.

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Jaymie's Feedback

You're off to a great start! Incorporate skills and abilities that you'd bring to the table that align with the mission and values of Kaiser Permanente.

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