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Question 28 of 30 for our Medical Transcriptionist Mock Interview

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Question 28 of 30

If you discovered that a coworker was violating a patient's privacy by discussing information they learned by transcribing a report, what would you do?

Patient privacy is protected by federal law and anyone who works in the healthcare industry is required to understand and follow the law. Failure to do so can result in loss of employment, and possible criminal charges. The interviewer wants to know that you understand your role in protecting a patient's privacy and that you will make wise decisions if you feel a patient's confidentiality has been compromised.

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How to Answer: If you discovered that a coworker was violating a patient's privacy by discussing information they learned by transcribing a report, what would you do?

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  • 28. If you discovered that a coworker was violating a patient's privacy by discussing information they learned by transcribing a report, what would you do?

      How to Answer

      Patient privacy is protected by federal law and anyone who works in the healthcare industry is required to understand and follow the law. Failure to do so can result in loss of employment, and possible criminal charges. The interviewer wants to know that you understand your role in protecting a patient's privacy and that you will make wise decisions if you feel a patient's confidentiality has been compromised.

      Written by Rachelle Enns on January 22nd, 2019

      Entry Level

      "I would notify my supervisor right away. The law demands that we protect our patient's private information and our patients expect us to honor that."

      Written by Darby Faubion on January 22nd, 2019

      Answer Example

      "I believe that we all should strive to protect our patient's confidentiality. If I were to discover that a coworker violated a patient's right to privacy, I would report it to my immediate supervisor. The consequences of protected information being shared could have an effect on all of us and we should all do our part in trying to prevent this events from ever occurring."

      Written by Rachelle Enns on January 22nd, 2019

      Experienced

      "Unfortunately, this happens more often than I like to even think about. If I were to discover that a coworker compromised a patient's right to privacy, I would report the incident to my supervisor. The effects of breeches in confidentiality are more far-reaching than many people realize. It is up to us, as care providers, to protect our patient's right to privacy at all times."

      Written by Darby Faubion on January 22nd, 2019