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Question 24 of 40 for our Medical Laboratory Technician Mock Interview

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Question 24 of 40

Have you ever received negative feedback from a supervisor, and if so, how did you handle it?

"I once received negative feedback when I was working as a tech in the ER. My patient's mother was very upset that her child was not being treated as quickly as she thought he should be and she complained to my supervisor that I was not doing my job. After talking with the supervisor, I asked if I could spend some extra time with the patient and his mother so that she could experience the great care that we give. Fear and uncertainty is often a reason that people lash out. Sometimes a gentle word is all that one needs to help relieve a stressful situation."

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How to Answer: Have you ever received negative feedback from a supervisor, and if so, how did you handle it?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Medical Laboratory Technician job interview.

  • 24. Have you ever received negative feedback from a supervisor, and if so, how did you handle it?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Receiving negative feedback can be discouraging, but it doesn't have to be something that leaves you feeling incapable of doing your job. The important thing to remember when answering this question is to not talk negatively about the person who gave you the feedback. Rather state what was said and how you grew from the event.

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Entry Level Example

      "I once received negative feedback when I was working as a tech in the ER. My patient's mother was very upset that her child was not being treated as quickly as she thought he should be and she complained to my supervisor that I was not doing my job. After talking with the supervisor, I asked if I could spend some extra time with the patient and his mother so that she could experience the great care that we give. Fear and uncertainty is often a reason that people lash out. Sometimes a gentle word is all that one needs to help relieve a stressful situation."

      Written by Ryan Brunner

      Answer Example

      "I remember when I first began my career in the healthcare field. I worked as a CNA. I thought I had to do everything for everyone. I ended up taking on too many tasks and falling behind with my assignments. One of my supervisors told me that a patient had complained because I seemed too rushed and asked for a new aide to be assigned to her. I was so embarrassed because I didn't want anyone to feel like I couldn't do my job. I apologized to the supervisor and to my patient and explained that I had taken on some extra assignments, but that I didn't mean to make her feel neglected. When I apologized, the patient agreed to let me continue caring for her. I learned from that experience that it's okay to want to give more, but that I should not stretch myself too thin and risk compromising patient care."

      Written by Heather Douglass

      Experienced Example

      "I am sure that anyone who works in the healthcare industry for any amount of time will learn that receiving negative feedback is not always a truly 'negative' thing. People respond to situations differently. I recall I once received a negative rating on one of my evaluations. It was a disheartening experience because I really pride myself on doing good work. I scheduled a time to sit and talk with my supervisor and understand his point of view with regard to the negative rating and made a plan of action to improve on the issue."

      Written by Ryan Brunner

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Yes, I have. My supervisor was upset with me for leaving the drying oven on in one of the chemistry laboratories in which I used to work. To handle this, I gave my supervisor my full attention and asked questions on how to improve. I also assured my supervisor that such an incident would never happen again. From then on, I have been extremely cautious about my work, and I double-check everything before I leave."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      This example is exactly what an interviewer would want to hear, including how you improved from the feedback, moving forward. Nice work.
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