Patient care requires a strong amount of compassion. Do you consider yourself a compassionate person?

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To succeed in the healthcare services industry, you should have a substantial level of compassion for your patients or customers. Talk to the interviewer about the compassionate qualities that you possess. How would you rate your level of empathy for others?

Some ways to describe yourself could be:

- Understanding
- Warm-hearted
- Empathetic
- Responsive
- Charitable
- Tender-hearted

"I understand that compassion is one of the top qualities that I need to bring to the workplace, being in the healthcare services profession. I consider myself a very compassionate individual. I am warm-hearted, responsive to my patients' needs, and always empathetic."

"Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending university, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care with your organization."

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"For me, compassionate is key to deliver care and earn the patients' trust. I usually show emphatic around my patients. Understand what they are going through."

Rachelle's Feedback

In what ways do you show empathy to your patients? This question would be a great time for a story/example. Again, be aware of your use of the term 'usually.'

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