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It is often said that a career in healthcare is a 'thankless job'. How can we keep you motivated and engaged, even on the days when you feel your work goes unnoticed?

The interviewer would like to know how they could continue to motivate you - even on the hardest of days. Do you need to have verbal recognition? Are you motivated solely by the success of your team? Talk to the interviewer about how you have stayed motivated in the past.

"I am an easily motivated individual, and it does not take much to keep me engaged. I am fully aware that healthcare-related positions can seem thankless. Honestly, the best thanks that I can get is a pat on the back now and then. The majority of my motivation comes from simply helping people."

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I think that no matter what your job is you play a part in the patient's care. I think you should feel proud.

Marcie's Feedback

It's great that you believe this; however, to more directly answer the question, think about what motivates you and then let the interviewer know that. Is it verbal or written praise and recognition? Is it financial in nature like bonuses? Is it social and team-oriented events? Be specific.

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