Are you available to work nights, weekends, and holidays when needed?
As a healthcare professional, you will need to work an odd schedule to fill the needs of the Mayo Clinic. The interviewer wants to know that you understand that your schedule includes working nights, weekends, and holidays and that you are flexible with the hours assigned.
Focus on assuring the interviewer that you are a team player and can work whatever schedule they assign you. When you show you are flexible and available to work when needed, the interviewer will place you high on the candidate list.
"Yes, I am available to work whatever schedule you need. I have worked in this industry for five years and understand the schedule. I have worked a rotating schedule for the past five years and prefer it to a traditional one."
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Anonymous Answer
Yes, I am. My schedule is open to all hours and days.
Marcie's Feedback
Great! The interviewer will be happy to hear that you're flexible and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Have you worked this type of schedule before? If so, mention this to further assure the interviewer that this won't be a problem for you.
Anonymous Answer
I always say "protect the deadline," so whatever the team needs to complete the project on time and in full is what I will do.
Jaymie's Feedback
Great! Being flexible and willing to pick up various shifts will be something the interviewer is looking for in a candidate.
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