NHS Band 3 Occupational Therapist Mock Interview
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What made you decide to become an occupational therapist?
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Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
The interviewer wants to learn more about why you chose the healthcare industry and, more specifically, occupational therapy as a career. This question is very personal, so briefly give the interviewer some insight into what motivated you to complete the OT program. Perhaps you had an experience in the past with a therapist, and that interaction led to your decision, or maybe you have family or friends who have worked in healthcare, and they inspired you. If you have a unique story that led to your decision, feel free to share that and give a meaningful answer that demonstrates your passion for the field.
Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"Early on, I discovered I had a passion for helping others and wanted to choose a career where I could make an impact on the lives of others. Through my volunteer experience, I found that I enjoyed working with the elderly, and when I made the decision to go to University, I knew I could improve the lives of older adults by being able to help them with the stages of aging as an occupational therapist. My mother was a nurse, and my aunt was a pharmacy tech, so a passion for public health seems to run in my family!"
Jaymie Payne is passionate about talent acquistion and has nine years of experience in corporate and healthcare recruitment.
"I was in an auto accident as a teenager and was hospitalized for several weeks. Following my release, I had six months of physical and occupational therapy. I met several amazing therapists during that time that really made a difference in my life as I coped with my disabilities. Through that experience, I realized I wanted to help others and become an occupational therapist. I graduated and obtained my certification about five years ago and have worked at the hospital ever since."
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