Clinical Laboratory Technician Mock Interview

Master 30 Clinical Laboratory Technician interview questions covering quality control, safety protocols, and diagnostic procedures.

Question 21 of 30

How do you handle stressful situations?

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Darby Faubion

Darby Faubion has been a Nurse and Allied Health Educator for over 20 years. She has clinical experience in several specialty areas, including pediatrics, medical-surgical, critical care, and hospice.

"When I am under pressure on the job, I focus on the task at hand and do my best not to get distracted."

Darby Faubion

"I think we all experience stress on different levels and from various triggers. For me, being self-aware has played a big role in my personal stress management. If I have things that I know need to be done on a specific day, I try to create a list and prioritize the order in which those things should be done. I also try to factor in time for things that may be unexpected, for instance an emergency blood draw, and try to stay focused on each assignment. Learning to stay focused is a big stress reliever in and of itself."

Heather Douglass

Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.

Stress management will be essential for you to be able to handle tight deadlines, long hours and demanding patients. Before answering this question, think of some tools that have helped you manage your stress. What will you do when you can't take a break when you need it? How will you stay calm when dealing with those challenging personalities? Share any helpful techniques that you use every day to remain clear-headed in some of the most stressful scenarios.

Heather Douglass

Heather Douglass has over 20 years of experience as a Career Coach, Recruiter, and HR Specialist. Much of her experience is as a Technical Recruiter in the healthcare industry.

"I've learned not to take words or actions of stressed patients personally. Even when I'm feeling rushed or overwhelmed by a deadline and being pulled in too many directions, I can ground myself knowing that I'm providing the best customer service and caring for my patients the best way that I can."

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30Clinical Laboratory Technician Interview Questions & Answers

1.What is an A1C test used for and what do the different results indicate?

2.Do you feel you are capable of being a good team player?

3.What is an HIV test window?

4.What is PKU and when is it normally diagnosed?

5.Why is a discard tube necessary when drawing a light blue top?

6.What is an ANA used for?

7.Do you anticipate any changes in your life within the next 12-24 months that may cause you to have to relocate or leave this job?

8.If you could choose a specific schedule or shift, what would that be?

9.Would you ever consider relocation? If so, what areas are you open to?

10.What makes you think you will be successful at our organization?

11.What would you describe as your biggest weakness?

12. If you were the person responsible for hiring new employees, what qualities would you look for in a candidate, and do you think you possess those qualities?

13.What is the purpose of a platelet aggregation test and what color tube would you use to collect the specimen?

14.How would you deal with an angry patient, and why?

15.Do you feel you have strong relationship building skills?

16.Have you ever considered going back to school and obtaining a higher/different degree?

17.What is a CMP?

18.What are some ways that technicians can prevent making mistakes when performing venipunctures?

19.Have you ever worked in an environment in which your co-workers were from diverse backgrounds?

20.Has there ever been a time that you had a disagreement with a co-worker, and if so, how was it resolved?

21.How do you handle stressful situations?

22.What are some things that you do to help promote balance in your life?

23.Clinical Lab Technicians in our facility may be asked to work on rotation. Are you prepared to work evenings, weekends, overtime and holidays as required?