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Touro University Physician Assistant Mock Interview

Question 2 of 40 for our Touro University Physician Assistant Mock Interview

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Question 2 of 40

Do you have a pet peeve that would benefit your profession?

Steer clear from negatives or nit-picky fussiness. Stick to pet peeves that speak to your idealism, especially regarding workflow, safety, better health, and what your pet peeves offer for the greater good. Doing so will help them evaluate your approach to your work and offer insights into your philosophy on healthcare and attitude towards society and life.

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  • 2. Do you have a pet peeve that would benefit your profession?

      What You Need to Know

      Steer clear from negatives or nit-picky fussiness. Stick to pet peeves that speak to your idealism, especially regarding workflow, safety, better health, and what your pet peeves offer for the greater good. Doing so will help them evaluate your approach to your work and offer insights into your philosophy on healthcare and attitude towards society and life.

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 30th, 2022

      Answer Example

      "I prioritize safety, and a big pet peeve of mine is when others don't follow protocol. I've noticed that this is especially prevalent with those who are disorganized. I had a dorm mate who was also a chemistry partner a while back. Not only did they not carefully store away compounds when they were done with them, which presented all sorts of hazards, but they never did the dishes, and this person was just messy. Honestly, they were lucky they had me around. But I managed it well and just picked up as I went. Oddly, they followed suit after a while. Osmosis, I guess. Otherwise, we got along great."

      Written by Kevin Downey on August 30th, 2022

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "One of my pet peeves is a lack of prioritization. Healthcare is a collaborative effort. As a nursing assistant, I had many tasks that needed to be done throughout the day. If I were working with a coworker who was unable to prioritize, I found that we fell behind. This skill ensures patients are put first and there is a smooth and cohesive workflow."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      This is an excellent example of how that impacts the team and patients. You did a nice job not making it into a personal attack on your coworker but instead focused on the impact and importance of that skill in the workplace. Great job!