The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Mock Interview

Practice 30 CHOP interview questions covering pediatric care values, family communication, and clinical scenarios.

Question 21 of 30

Can you think of a time you had a disagreement with a co-worker and, if so, how did you resolve it?

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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

Any time you work with someone else, there is a chance of having a disagreement about something at one time or another. The interviewer knows this. It's human nature for people to have their own opinions. What is important to the interviewer in this question is whether or not you are willing to compromise and work through difficult situations with your co-workers. Being unwilling to compromise or find alternative solutions to a dispute can affect everyone on the team, even if it is indirectly. Sharing a personal experience is OK, but do not embellish it to 'be the hero.'

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"I believe if we think about it, each of us could remember at least one disagreement with a friend or co-worker. Although I consider myself to be pretty easy-going, I am also very passionate about my patients and the care that they receive. I have been aware of disagreements between other co-workers, but really like to think of myself as more of a peacekeeper. I feel like professional people should be able to discuss things logically and come to an agreement that is satisfactory for everyone involved."

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"I have always tried to be someone that is easy to talk to and genuinely try to avoid conflict. I understand that tensions can run high, especially when dealing with critical issues, but I am of the opinion that professional people should be able to talk to one another rationally and work together to resolve conflicts without arguing."

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30The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Interview Questions & Answers

1.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers well-child care as part of our pediatric care clinic. Part of well-child care is giving age appropriate immunizations. Have you ever been responsible for doing well-child evaluations and giving immunizations?

2.Here at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia we want to go the extra mile to help make hospital stays as comfortable as possible for children. Do you have any ideas of ways that could make a patient's stay more pleasant or comfortable?

3.Do you have any previous experience working with pediatric patients?

4.When you meet new people, what are some things you would like for them to know/recognize about your personality?

5.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has volunteers who work in many areas of our facility. Have you ever been a volunteer in any healthcare setting, and if so, what was your favorite part of being a volunteer?

6.One unfortunate thing that pediatric health care providers have to deal with from time to time is a child abuse case. Have you ever had to work with any cases of abuse?

7.As much as possible, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia tries to offer flexible scheduling for employees. Is there a particular shift or certain days that would work best for you?

8.Pediatric care, while rewarding, can be very stressful. What are some ways you may suggest for The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to do that may allow employees a chance to confront and release workplace stress?

9.As you know, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is a pediatric care facility. Is there a sub-specialty within pediatrics that you are interested working in?

10.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia values the opinions of our employees. If you were responsible for hiring someone, what qualities would you look for in a candidate?

11.What do you think is a good practice for a healthcare provider to help get assigned work done in a timely manner, but with as little stress as possible?

12.While we realize changes happen in life, The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia hopes to find employees who want to have a long-term working relationship with us. What changes in your life/career do you anticipate in the next 3-5 years?

13.Are you currently taking any mood altering drugs?

14.At The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia we strive to attract and retain a highly skilled, talented, and diverse workforce. What are your thoughts on diversity in the workplace and can you share a personal experience with diversity in the workplace?

15.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia puts forth our best effort to help break barriers that interfere with patient care. Can you think of anything that may create a barrier to us being able to provide patient care to our pediatric patients, and how would you resolve the issue?

16.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia works diligently to uphold the highest standards of care. Do you have a clear understanding of the HIPAA law?

17.Has there ever been a time that you felt like you should have chosen a career that is not healthcare related?

18.Here at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, we encourage employees to be proactive in learning about changing medicine and important topics related to their employment positions. How do you make sure that your knowledge and certifications, if any, remain current?

19.It is easy for people to feel overwhelmed at work, especially those who provide care for other people. What are some things that you do to unwind and give yourself a chance to relax and recharge?

20.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia values education and tries to accommodate employees who are seeking to further their education by offering flexible schedules as much as possible. If you could further your education, what specialty or sub-specialty would you choose?

21.Can you think of a time you had a disagreement with a co-worker and, if so, how did you resolve it?

22.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia likes to recognize employees for their hard work and contributions. Have you ever received an award or recognition for a job well done?

23.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia values strong relationships among our staff and patients. What are some things you feel are important in relationship builder?

24.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has some positions available in a few different departments. Would you prefer to work in a position that involves more teamwork or a position that requires someone to work independently?

25.When you were in school preparing for your career, what was the most difficult subject for you to grasp?

26.What makes you think you will be successful at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia?

27.What has been your favorite place to work in your career, and is it similar to what you think The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has to offer?

28.If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

29.Has there ever been a particular case that was difficult for you, and what did you take away from that experience to help you later?

30.The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia values experience and expertise and tries to offer compensation based upon experience. What are your thoughts regarding people in the same position having different salaries based on experience?