How do you plan to continually grow as a physician assistant?
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"I am so happy to have completed my Master's Degree in Genetics. I recently enrolled in a course that will increase my knowledge on the relationship between pharmacology and biomarkers."
You have an elevated degree; however, that doesn't mean that you stop learning once you have reached the top. Discuss your plans to take professional courses, obtain new certifications or focus on personal growth. You may also want to mention a class or volunteer position to highlight your commitment to professional growth.
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"I never stop learning and believe that, especially in the healthcare industry, one must stay up to date on new trends and discoveries. I plan to continually grow as a physician's assistant by taking monthly courses on a variety of related topics. If there are any courses you recommend, I would be happy to hear your recommendations."
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"I grow as a PA by reading medical journals every day. I am also interested in taking additional coursework related to pediatric oncology. Education is important to me, and I will never stop learning."
What are some of the challenges of working as a physician assistant?
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"A challenge as a PA can be that we have more patients than we have coverage or availability. I've learned so much working in this fast-paced environment. My most important take away from these types of situations has been learning the importance of time management, clear documentation, and appropriate scheduling."
This question is similar to the interviewer asking what your weaknesses are. Because this is one of the most common interview questions, you'll want to have a few examples prepared. Consider a few examples of patients coming in with a variety of unexpected ailments, technology going wrong or a coworker showing up late for work. Tell the interviewer how you handle these situations.
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"My biggest challenge is having to prioritize on a daily basis, in hopes of getting everything done. No two days are the same as a physician assistant, so I can use a plethora of skills, which is amazing. I have become very proficient at prioritization and delegation."
Experienced Example
"My current team is understaffed and has been for about a year now. It can be challenging because each person on the team is stretched. However, it's been a great opportunity to collaborate on key initiatives. We are making the best of the situation."
"When it comes to my career as a physicians assistant, the physician I currently work under has been my professional mentor for the past six years. She has taught me a lot of skills and given me knowledge far beyond a basic PA."
In this particular situation, your interviewer is looking for a mentor in the same career field. If your crazy best friend is who you look up to, you may want to censor and save those stories for another time. The interviewer wants to know who you get your professional direction and advice from. Did a professor take you under their wing and guide you? Perhaps a family member has overcome challenges in life and has pushed you to become the person you are today.
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"My professional mentor is my former pharmacology professor. I excelled in his class which prompted a great relationship between the two of us. He offered me more advanced work and helped me find an excellent practicum placement. Even though I have graduated, we still meet once per month to discuss changes in the healthcare industry."
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"My mentor is an anesthesiologist that I have worked with for the past eight years. I asked her to be my mentor because she is a strong woman in the healthcare industry who holds her own, has a great reputation, and a positive disposition. I wanted to learn from someone like her. Someone I admire and trust."
What is a dependent practitioner, and how do you feel about practicing as one?
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"I appreciate the fact that I can rely on my supervising doctor for support when treating patients. I respect the wealth of knowledge they bring to the table and I value my relationship with them. I'm excited about my influence as a Physician Assistant because even though I'm dependent upon the doctor's final say in many situations, I still have some of the same freedoms to treat patients."
As a physician assistant, you are by definition a dependent practitioner. You rely on your supervising physician to make decisions about your patients. Many PA's are given the liberty to handle a variety of situations with patients, making recommendations similar to a doctor. However, ultimately you will be referring to the doctor on final decisions.
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"To me, a dependent practitioner is a medical professional who still works under the supervision of a physician. I feel very prepared to work as a dependent practitioner. My education and practicum have both prepared me for the opportunity."
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"I have been a dependent practitioner for twelve years now, working with the same two physicians my entire career. I have felt that, as a dependent practitioner, I have been given incredible opportunities to work with brilliant minds in the healthcare industry. I look forward to continuing my PA career with your facility."
What will you do if you have a client that refuses to take care of their health?
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Keep educating and doing my best to set goals with this individual and reach these goals. I feel that it is my job as a provider to really help patients understand their pathologies and want to do something about them.
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First assess for other affecting factors - language barrier, lack of resources, lack of access to care, lack of family/community support. Other than that - don't give up and do your best.
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If I had a client who was noncompliant I would try to continue informing them how important it is to attend to their health care. It is important to me to stay strong to my morals and ensure they are receiving the best possible care they will allow.
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The best thing one can do in this situation is show the patient you are concerned for his or her health, give them reasons to care, and counsel them in ways they can improve their health.
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Express to them the importance of why they should on a biological level and what there future holds to if they do not. Also, encourage them using thier future goals and family members.
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Do my best to explain the reason why.
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I would make sure to any answer any and all questions they may have. At times, refusal to care for health comes with not knowing what to do and what options there are. I would make sure my patient fully understands the pros and cons of any decision they make. I would make sure to tell them verbally and have it all written down in case they want to go over it on their own. I would try to reach out to the patient's family as well.
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I will inform them of the consequences of their decision and let them know I strongly urge them to reconsider. I cannot force anyone to do something he or she does not want to do, however I will let him or her know I am here for him or her if he or she changes his or her mind.
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Reiterate the importance of proper healthcare.
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As a provider all I can do is educate and advise those in my care. As adults our health is in our own hands. The only time further intervention is needed is in the case of those who cannot care for themselves.
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Give them the options and speak frank to them.
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My job would entitle me to take care of the clients health as well as make sure they have a plan to take control of their own health as well. I would persuade the client that it is important to take care of their health by explaining risks, ways they could do such, open myself up to any questions thhey may have, and provide them with a plan.
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I would try to do my best to persuade the patient otherwise by enlightening them with some of the risks if they don't and the benefits if they do. However, ultimately it is the patient's right to make their own decision regarding their life and if so choose not to take care of their health, it is their choice. I would give them some preventative information and other helpful resources should they change their mind at some point and ensure them that they are welcome to return if they are interested in discussing things further.
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Explain the effect of not having the care needed and if still refused care I would ask a consent of withdrawal of care to be sighned.
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I would first try to understand their reasoning behind their refusal to take care of their health. Than, I would try and suggest alternative options that can perhaps make it easier for the client to careof his health. Maybe proppose a step by step plan. Tackle the ultimate goal in a different angle.
How do you plan to continually grow as a physician assistant?
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She was a wonderful PA who tought me by example in her daily work shift the importance to be focus on management plans and treatments.
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The last physician I worked for taught me a great deal about patient care and the context in which one can provide it. His views on wellness and prevention are idealistic, but his practical application of medicine is based on the actual demands of both the patients and the schedule. I do understand that as physicians and physician assistants, we will do the best that we can. That upon entering medicine, we all want to heal every patient, accurately diagnose every single presentation of symptoms, and have plenty of time to make the patient feel good about their visit. But in reality, we have to serve a large number of people. I learned a great deal about the demands of a physician from his patients, from his staff, from his business, his community and his family. I enjoyed working with someone who valued prevention and natural medicine would be delighted to find a physician with a similar philosophy under whom to practice as a PA.
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He has been a family practice physician for 30 years in the Lafayette area and is highly respected as he has followed in the footsteps of his fathers. He has been a very successful practitioner and is a great teacher for students such as myself.
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The physician I am working for right now has taught me how important it is to actually listen, and how important treatment plans are for the patients.
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I never worked directly under a Physician but I shadowed for one. I would describe him as a humble individual who made sure that each patient was seen and given attention at all times. Whether it was asking about their personal lives and making sure that they were staying healthy at every aspect. He made sure that they always understood how to be healthier and to make sure that they were comfortable the whole time.
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The last physician I worked for was named Dr. G and he was the medical director for our paramedic system. He liked to be involved and receive feedback from the medics in the field and was always available for us to refer to when needed.
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The physician I followed was a very bright and articulate individual who knew she had found her calling. She developed a trusting relationship with her clients and educated each one of them about their ailments. I could tell that every one of them was happy with the services they received.
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Dr. Karasek at the San Antonio Spine and Pain Center was a great physician who was very knowledegable and friendly. His patients loved him and he had very loyal and happy patientss.
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My last Physician that I worked for was in Brooklyn Hospital in the ED Dept as a scribe and I was able to go see patients with him and go over the charts and review the EMR and assist with the attestations which I loved to do because I got to be exposed to a lot.
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As an Emergency Room medical scribe I worked with any of roughly 12 physicians, so one is difficult to pick out. The ones that are most memorable for me though, are the ones who provided each end of the spectrum as far as patient care for me to observe and learn from. There were the jovial and empathetic ones that were truly a joy to scribe for, and then the difficult temperamental ones who didn't seem to remember, or care, that their mood hugely affects their patients experience.
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The last physician that I worked with was in the hospital based setting, who would encourage input from the the Phamacist.
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Never worked exclusively with a MD, but worked alongside many in the ER. They are all extremely talented clinicians and great people to work with. I enjoyed working as a part of their team.
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Very respectful and skilled clinician. Helpful in teaching me about healthcare system and interacting with patients.
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In my current position I work for a Physician that has encouraged and added to my aspiration in medicine. He has taken time out of his day to answer any questions I have regarding medical conditions I am unfamiliar with. He has made a point to touch base with me each day and has reminded me that I am going to make a great provider one day.
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I work with an Arnp in family practice but we saw many cases of chronic pain as well as mental illnesses.
What are some of the challenges of working as a physician assistant?
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PA is a bad choice for someone with autocratic personality or strong ambitions and EGO, because the supervising MD always has a final word. Also experienced PA functions on MD level, but gets paid much less. Other than that PA as every other medical profession is very pressed by overinflated malpractice charges (or malpractice insurance payments).
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One negative aspect of being a Physician Assistant is the stress that goes along with it. The medical field is a high stress environment and patients who are ill are always eager to hear answers. Luckily, there are many other people in the health care professions who can provide assistance. Also, it is important to be able to have time management skills.
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Paperwork sometimes.
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The most negative aspects of being a PA is the stress that comes along with the job. It is important to know patients and their medical history when diagnosing them. Any misdiagnosis will lead to much larger problems as the health field today is full of malpractice charges.
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The negative aspects that I have learned about are the fact that there is a lack of preceptors to train PA students to be out in the field. PA's do face a lack of respect and autonomy due to their lack of extensive training and experience. Not only do they experience negative views from other medical personnel but also patients could not respect them for this reason and would rather speak to a physician.
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Disagreeing with the doctor.
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The road to becoming a physician assistant is not for the faint of heard. It is an accelerated medical program that asks a lot of the applicants. As for being a PA, interacting with difficult patients and health insurance hurdles will be demanding, but overall it will be worth it if the patient is well taken care of.
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Dont get to fly the plane. Have to learn so much in a short amount of time.
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Not always in control. Have to take a back seat occasionally. Unknown to patient of medical training and capabilities.
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I'd say a negative aspect would be the lack of knowledge or confidence that some patients have in the training and autonomy of physician assistants. It would be tough to help a patient when they are not buying into what you are saying simply because they are putting down or do not have any knowledge on your profession.
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PA's do face a lack of respect and autonomy due to their lack of extensive training and experience. In some cases, patients choose not to be seen by PAs simply because they think they're not as qualified as the M.D. To diagnose and treat.
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I'm sure there will a few times when I have to cancel plans because I get stuck at work, but that happens at almost any job. The only negative I think of involves insurance, but not necessarily being a PA
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Listening to people complain about pain, when there is no pain.
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The negative aspects of being a Physician Assistant could be being looked down upon by a doctor or being looked at as not as important by patients.
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One negative aspect would be disagreeing with what the physician has chosen to do as a treatment plan.
Yes my family are very supportive of my decisions.
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Yes, my husband is very supportive of my decision and is excited to help me in my studies and with the children while I attend class.
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Family is 100% behind me in my goal of becoming PA
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Yes, my mom is very supportive of my decision to go back to school and is going to help me where she can.
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I have the best support team at home. My parents especially have always told me to follow my dreams and nothing was impossible. I believe that even when times get tough, my family will be there to help keep my dreams in check and help me get through it all.
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Yes, my parents are very supportive of my decision. My mother works in the medical field as a nurse and was very happy when I told her I wanted to be a part of the medical profession.
What is a dependent practitioner, and how do you feel about practicing as one?
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A dependent practitioner is one who works under supervision. As a PA I would work on a team that is lead by a physician which would provide me the opportunity to learn from the physician.
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A dependent practitioner functions under the supervision of a physician. I currently work under the supervision of my physician, so I am completely fine with it... No ego here.
Question 6 of 25
What department of the healthcare field most interests you?
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I currently work in cardiology. However, I am open to a variety of different areas. I think it will depend upon how my clinical rotations go.
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General medicine for now. After, I will specialize in something that I find myself passionate about.
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Family practice is my favorite, no limitations is so broad and challenge you to know your own limits and refers patients to specialties.
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As of this moment, I believe that I would like to work in emergency medicine. However, one of the things that attracted me to this profession was the ease of changing to different branches of medicine. If I find something that I really enjoy during clinical rotations, I am not tied down to emergency medicin and can even switch after I begin working.
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I plan on going into orthopedic surgery.
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I am very fascinated by general practice. It is really rewarding to me to help people who are looking for help with a wide variety of problems. I believe general practice physician assistants have an essential role in bringing healthcare to all people whether they are in a city or in a small town.
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Honestly, I am unsure in what part of medicine I will reside once I am a PA, but that is the amazing opportunity that the profession provides. As a Physician Assistant, I will be able to change the area of medicine I would like to work in easier than that of a Physician. I am hoping to actually work in many different types of medicine to be able to experience many different, interesting parts of the medical field.
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Start off with primary care since it will be most needed and is general overview of the all body systems. In the future I will consider other specialties due to my nature of loving to learn.
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I will practice general surgery. I want to learn as much as I can about the feild.
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I have an open mind until I go through clinical rotations and have the chance to experience and work in many different fields.
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I would like to explore my options when gaining more knowledge on each specialty. As of currently I would like to practice in primary care, such as pediatrics or family medicine. I really loved the medical mission in Haiti that I went on and I would like to practice medicine here in the states in a specialty that would be beneficial to treating patients internationally.
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I plan to practice medicine that will benefit others. I plan to be kind and understanding. I will be the best practioner possible.
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I am most interested in primary care, as it allows you to see patients.
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Being a PA I will practice primary care medicine there will be an upcoming need for primary care practitioner with the new health care act.
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I currently work in Psychology. However, I am open to different areas. I have interest in Orthopedic Surgery, but it will depend upon how clinical rotations go. I will specialize in something that I find myself passionate about then.
I am an undergraduate student who will be graduating in May from UNH Manchester with a Bachelors of Arts degree in Biological Sciences and a minor in Psychology. I believe that I am hardworking and intelligent as well as eager to learn. I have been interested in the medical field since I was very young and am thrilled to be given the chance to interview here to attend the Physician Assistant program here. In my spare time, I like to play and coach volleyball, read and play and teach my nieces and nephews.
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I am a people person, efficient, organized and this helps me get a lot done I am also compassionate to my patients and help them be a team player in their care by engaging them the care plan..
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I was born and raised in New Hampshire with my two younger sisters. Directly out of high school I joined the Army as a Combat medic, where I was trained by and worked under PA's. I served five years and deployed to Iraq once. I met and married my husband while serving, and after we got out of the Army, we moved to Florida to live by his family. I am currently persuing a bachelors of Health Science and will graduate in May 2013. In my off time I enjoy playing with my 3 dogs, practice Krav Maga, and help with my husband's grandmother (who has end stage Alzheimers Disease).
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I can summarize myself in three words, compassionate, driven and determined. I currently work in the physical therapy setting so I know the demands of working in a fast paced career. In the clinic, I am under the supervision of the PT's so I am comfortable taking orders from a higher authority figure. I have a strong passion to be a physician assistant and deliver the best possible patient care that I can to the community.
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I am a hardworking and passionate recent graduate from Michigan State University working as a PT aide at a Spinal and Orthopedic Rehabilitation center. I grew up skiing and ski raced as a kid, and in my spare time I love to enjoy the outdoors. I consider myself to be very personable and I knew that healthcare was profession for me when I was able to help patients as a nurse assistant and I gained satisfaction from their appreciation.
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I am a recent graduate from the university of akron with my bachelors in biology. I currently work as a pharmacy technician and a biology tutor at stark state college, both of which have helped me gain better understanding of medicine and the human body.
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I am 25 years old and I have a younger brother who is 16. I enjoy scuba diving, reading, and dancing. I am a compassionate and open minded individual who wants to work with patients in rural communities.
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I am a senior Health and Human Performance major at Northwestern State University in Louisiana where I am also a member of the volleyball team. I am originally from a small town called Dripping Springs that is south of Austin. While volleyball and school take up the majority of my time, I really enjoying reading and spending time with family and friends during my free time.
How would you rate your performance in this interview so far?
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Patient with contagious disease.
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A patient who is non compliant. It's discouraging to me when I tell a patient that it's very important to do something, and they do not follow direction or work with me to help them.
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A narrow-minded patient who, having diagnosed him or herself expects to be treated accordingly.
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Pt who is non complaint after all the effort made to educate him/her. If someone doesn't want to help him/herself, there is not a lot you can do. Of course I am not talking about patients with lack of access or resources or patients with language barrier.
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Patients that don't care to understand their condition and patients who give up on themselves.
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The patient who refuses to obey clinician recommendations on healthy changes in lifestyle, such as nutritional intake or exercises.
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The one who doesn't recognize that he or she needs help.
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I don't think I will use that worst word here, the challenge patient will be easy way to go and that is when the patients they can not explains themselves how they feel and you real know that they are uncomfortable.
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One who is not really sick and who is constantly nagging me to tend to them when I have other patients to treat.
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A patient who cannot determine their primary reason for coming in to be seen.
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To me, the most difficult patient to treat is one that is not willing to do what you are asking. It would be frustrating to me to develop a treatment plan for a patient and them not take my advice. It is hard to help someone who is not willing to help themselves. However, I would never give up on a patient and would always keep trying in order to provide them with quality care.
Caring person who always puts everyone else first, a homebody that loves her family.
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My friends would probably describe me as passionate, persistent and humorous.
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They would describe me as outgoing and very active. I am always involved in something. They would also probably say I am a little bit of a nerd. I really enjoy reading and learning about different things.
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My friends would describe me as loyal, passionate, determined and hard working. I am extremely passionate about everything that is important to me in my life. I am a hard worker and determined to suceed in whatever I put my mind to, which right now is PA school!
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They would say that I am a caring and outgoing adventurous person. I am great at planning things and being loyal to my word.
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My friends would describe me as honest, responsible, and approachable.
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My friends would definitely describe me as cheerful with a large lump of weird mixed in. I have always been an optimistic person and it can be seen when I walk into a room. I have the ability to change the atmosphere with my conversations and relationships.
My friends would describe me as someone who is determined, driven, and passionate. Someone who always provides a helping hand and who always look out for the best interest of everyone.
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My friends would describe me as a hard working person who cares about their work and the people that I am with. I am dedicated and will work hard to make sure that work is done correctly and fully.
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My friends would describe me as very optimistic and happy, always wanting to make the best of a situation and at the same time, they would say I am organized and determined as a student and person to excell at what is put infront of me.
How do you feel when a physician criticizes your work?
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Well, I've lived all over the east coast. Born and raised in Clearwater/Tampa FL, living in NC for undergrad about 6 years, and now grad school in PA. I ran track in college and sports always played a big role in my life. I think I learned a lot about myself as a person through school and being a part of a team. After many rotations I have decided that I love dermatology and this is the career I want.
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Father of two, husband who enjoys playing sports and works at a major hospital.
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I am a senior biology major. I enjoy spending time with my husband and family, attending our couple's small group through our church, and working on house renovations. My major educational aspiration is to gain acceptance into graduate school to become a physician assistant. I am looking forward to learning more about science, the human body, diseases, clinical tests and procedures, and treating patients.
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I'm a graduate from michigan state university, majoring in kinesiology. Currently working in an optometry office as an optometric technician, but I have also worked in a home health aide setting with special needs children.
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I was born and raised here in the US, but come from a Chilean family. This has given me the opportunity to travel and appreciate other places. Ironically, to appreciate all I have here despite growing up in some underprivileged areas. I now am married and love to hike with my dog. I try to travel at least once a year and look forward to doing so with my husband.
What are your weaknesses as a physician assistant?
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1) perfectionist, I am very hard on myself when I am not perfect 2) impatient.
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I am a perfectionist and too nice.
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My number one weakness is my inability to speak up and my second weakness is that I need to be a bit more assertive. Both of which I've been working on a lot with my two jobs.
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My first weakest point is my age. I am fairly young, and in my work experience, patient's sometimes make comments about how I am too young to care for people. I combat that with my wealth of experience, since I have been involved with various types of healthcare for years. The second weak point is that I have difficulty being confrontational. Much of my healthcare experience has been in a caring role; however, I am aware that as a provider, I will have to be more assertive and I am confident that I can accomplish that when the time comes.
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I can be a perfectionist another I planned everything.
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I'm not a morning person. I need my alarm clock or I'm in trouble. Sometimes I spend too much time listening to patients when I know it won't add to the visit any more.
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Timeliness, I'm not a morning person. Sometimes I don't effectively lead the interview and give patients too much attention.
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Care for others more than myself.
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Perfectionist overwork.
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Taking time to communicate with people in everyday life and underestimating my abilities when I know I can do well.
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Sometimes I find myself spending extra time with my patients and being very thorough that causes me to get slightly behind schedule.
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I am deadline driven so when there is not a set due date, I tend to put that project on the back burner. I have learned to give myself mini deadline or set a time limit. Since patients often schedule appointments that will help keep me on track. Also, I have a hard time letting go of control. To combat that, I try to accept their is often more than one way to do somthing.
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Hard on myself and overly caring.
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My weakest point is trying to get a positive result at a first attempt. I'm also a 'perfectionist'
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I do my best to not dwell on my weaknesses but instead constatly strive to improve them. However, I would have to say that being inpatient is one of my weak points. Another weakness would be that I am a perfectionist. However, thorugh growing up and maturing, I have learned how to manage these weaknesses and have found in certain situations that they can even prove to be strengths.
By establishing a good rapport with my patients. I find that patients are very forgiving if you have established a good relationship.
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In high school I had very bad anxiety. I would stress out over all aspects of school. Through the years I have learned to not let stress take control. If I see that I am about to get stressed I pull away from the situation and take deep breaths. I relax my mind before making any kind of rash decision because I know it will effect not only myself, but my patients as well.
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I will make sure that my health and family life balance is taken care of outside of the practice. This will allow me to continue to care for patients as I normally do, establishing a good rapport through a good bedside manner, kindness and respect.
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I will make sure that my health and family life balance is taken care of outside of the practice. This will allow me to continue to care for patients as I normally do, establishing a good rapport through a good bedside manner, kindness and respect.
Question 13 of 25
What qualities does a great leader have? Which do you possess?
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I want this job because I love medicine and I love working with patients. I am fascinated by the human body and am hungry for knowledge regarding its healing capacity. I have seen how well I operate in a teaching and practitioner mode, and I want to apply that skill to the world of primary care. I want this job because I get to be in service caring for others while feeding my desire to understand the human body completely. I truly want to contribute to our better understanding of illness and disease and how our bodies can overcome it.
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To become a btter clinician.
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I want this job because I love medicine and I love working with patients. I am fascinated by the human body and am hungry for knowledge regarding its healing capacity. I have seen how well I operate in a teaching and practitioner mode, and I want to apply that skill to the world of primary care. I want this job because I get to be in service caring for others while feeding my desire to understand the human body completely. I truly want to contrib.
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This is my dream job. There is nothing I have ever wanted more than to become a PA. I know that all my years of education and experience will make me a well rounded PA who will be attentive, punctual, confident, and skilled in all I do.
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I have always wanted to help others. I pursued a career as a physician assistant because I thought it would be the most efficient way for me to help others with their health, both in curing illnesses and helping patients take preventative measures in their lives to prevent future illnesses.
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I have always aspired to do a job where I have the opportunity to help others. A job as a PA will afford me that opportunity, as I will be able to help others with improving their health.
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I want this job so that I can assist a rural community in preventative measures and to increase the towns access to medical care. I have always loved working in medicine and by being a physician assistant and working for your town I feel that I can provide great medical care that will benefit every member in the town.
What are some highlights from your clinical rotations?
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The highlight of my shadowing experience with a Physician Assistant was when I was allowed to do hands on observation. I was able to listen to lung sounds of patients with pneumonia, heart sounds of a patient with a mechanical valve, along with many other interesting experiences.
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Interaction between physician assistants and patients, getting to interact with and treat patients myself.
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When I was able to get hands on, take blood pressure, feel edema on skin, help in minor surgeries.
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The autonomy Pas had, working in team with doctors.
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One of my favorite things that I have observed was an open heart surgery. This was my first time observing any type of procedure in the operating room and to get to see an open heart surgery was definatly an amazing experience!
Why should we hire you to be our next physician assistant?
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I bring 10 years of experience in health and wellness that being accepted to PA school can only strengthen. The US is in a health crisis and my current training, along with a solid physician assistant education will provide with the tools I need to help people lead healthier lifestyles.
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As a new graduate from a highly ranked physician assistant program, I feel that at this stage I am very malleable. I will have the ability to work at a practice and learn from my supervising physician how exactly things need to be done as a practitioner.
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Humanityexperience in diagnostic imaging.
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I like people, I will be able to bring my knowledge as a respiratory therapist to the practice I begin my career with. I am able to communicate with people on many levels and seem to find a common ground to open an honest line of communication between them and myself.
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World experience, I have a very creative mind so I might be able to look at a situation differently and come up with a different solution.
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The secret to any successful business is what your customers have to say about you, an PA practice is no different. As a professional we are constantly saling the profession, the institution we wprk for as well as out=r graduating program by how in caring for and interacting with patient . I have experience in the business conduct, I started the soccer group that is still ongoing, I have held leadership positions at my church. I am a father, a high school soccer referee, these are culturally rounded. Experience that require leardship, compassion, maturity people skills, dedication and most of all humility..These are the same asset I will bring into my practice.
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The desire to succeed and work at the best of my ability. I also have a strong desire to make sure that I encourage others that follow me to succeed and live up to their ability.
* Matters related to infertility or any reproductive health related issue. Surrogacy is one good example of this field. * Experimentation with genes. Cloning could be cited as one of the medical ethical issues that is debated upon quite a lot. * Children health care also is one of the big medical ethical issues that comes with legal medical issues too. * Dealing with terminal illness, which has triggered the famous (or infamous) e.
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Insurance and future healthcare cost.
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Abortion will always be an issue, however, a very interesting issue that I have recently come across in practice is that of whether or not to force a religious based hospital to provide medical care such as contraception or procedures for sterility. Another ethical issue I see daily is that of overpriced medications. I have run into this issue daily with the limits our patients put on their own medications only being able to afford generics.
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One ethical issue facing the medical field would have to be the way people and practicioners face terminal illness. There is a large ethical struggle that occurs when patients or families want to continue with care when a person has a terminal illness. It is difficult for health care providers to address this struggle. Another ethical issue is stem cell research, which is currently ongoing to attempt to find cures for certain diseases. Many people reject to this research on a religious level, and it is difficult to see how the medical community will use this therapy when and if it becomes available for public use.
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Health care reform and medicare.
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Abortion and end of life care.
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Pill mills and abortion.
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Doing what the patient needs to get better vs. What the insurance allows.
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I think that one major ethical issue facing the medical field is the ethics behind HMOs and PPOs. This take away from.
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I think the major ethical problem is with terminal illness and cost of medical treatment.
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Homeopathic methods vs. Traditional medical practices.
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Two major ethical issues facing the medical field today would include the choice between life and death situations, and the refusal of treatment due to moral issues.
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Two major ethical issues facing the medical field today would include the choice between life and death situations, and the refusal of treatment due to moral issues.
I have really good reasoning skills- even under pressure and I am hard working.
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I believe that I am hardworking and patient. I never had to work for anything in high school, but quickly realized in college that that was not going to work! Now I spend a lot of time studying and looking over my class notes. I have greatly changed my study habits from high school to college, and it has paid off well. I am coming off my best semester grades yet! I have learned patience through teaching irish dancing and working as a TA.
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I am tenacious, hard worker and never give up.
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I am hard working person, with positive attitude. I srtongly believe and follow you get what you put it..I have always taken pride in my work and not give up whne things get difficult.
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I am determined to finish my goals, I forgive easily and never give up no matter how tough the situation is.
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My 2 greatest strengths are that I am self motivated and have good people skills.
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I am efficient, organized.
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Determination and interpersonal skills.
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I have excellent interpersonal skills and enjoy solving problems.
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I am a life long learner. I am always reading, watching, attending, listening to anything that might increase my knowlege base. I love implementing my new knowlege into my practice and sharing it with clients. I have good engagement skills and work well with very difficult people. I feel this is one of my best skills because it is helpful when dealing with people in crisis or sharing with them difficult information.
What is an issue in the current healthcare system that you would like to see change?
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Yes, I am aware of it.
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Patients and Physicians do not have a good understanding of the rol of physician Assistants, also practices implementing electronic records has been a recent issue that many Physician Assistants are having to do with which directly affects the time spent with patients. And lastly the laws limiting the abilities of PA's practice, for example not reading echos or not being able to sign death certificates, this affects patients perspectives of Pa'
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Increase in number of people requires care, not able to put enough time for each patient to be able to see more patients. Also, more non-physician providers are affordable to hire by health care industries.
Question 19 of 25
Are you available to work nights?
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My favorite type of patient would be one who wasn't sick! Humor aside, my favorite type of patient would be one who was willing to comply with my recommendations and learn from the information I was providing.
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My favorite patients are those who are willing to do whatever it takes to meet success for whatever their condition may be.
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My favorite type of patient is one who readily offers as much information as they can about their symptoms. Disclosing this information can make it easier to test or treat certain conditions or refer the patient to someone more capable. It is also important to have a patient who is compliant with medications and instructions.
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A healthy one. Actually, I think I like a patient who is proactive about his health.
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The one who cooperates.
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A patient who is compliant with their follow-up and treatment regimen and is respectful. Sometimes accurate diagnosis and treatment of a condition can be just as frustrating for the practitioner as it is for the patient, but cooperation is key in finding an answer.
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For me there is no favorite type of patient. Each patient deserves to be treated with the same respect and receive equal treatment.
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My favorite type of patient is the talkative elderly patient. They are the ones who have taught me the most by being blunt and set in their ways. They bring out the more gentle and patient provider that we can all be.
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My favorite patient is the patient that is engaged in maintaining good health. I enjoy working with teens and female patients.
What do you like about being a physician assistant?
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Interacting with patients and collaborating with my supervisor for the best treatment options.
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The wide variety of patients that you get to encounter.
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Being able to interact with new people on a daily basis and helping them overcome health issues in their lives.
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I like the interaction with people, both patients and staff.
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The interaction with a variety of individuals and helping my community.
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One on one time with my patients.
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I think the extended patient care window will be the biggest change for me. I already wish I had this opportunity with my patients to explain their current conditions in further detail. Educating patients is part of making sure they have a successful future.
Healthcare professionals are under a great amount of stress. How do you manage your work stress?
Question 22 of 25
Talk to me about your GPA while completing your Masters' Degree.
Question 23 of 25
Are you comfortable making tough decisions in regards to a patients care?
Question 24 of 25
What do you know about our facility?
Question 25 of 25
What are your salary requirements?
About Physician Assistant
September 25th, 2017
Physician Assistants are healthcare professionals who are licensed to provide a broad range of healthcare services under the supervision of a licensed physician. Physician Assistants or PAs are licensed to diagnose and treat illnesses, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and write prescriptions. As a Physician Assistant, you may also assist in surgery, and advise patients on preventive health care measures.
To qualify as a Physician Assistant you must complete a 2-year full-time accredited physician assistant education program. This is after completing a 4-year bachelor's degree and having some work experience related to healthcare such as a registered nurse, paramedic or emergency medical technician. You are typically employed by hospitals, private clinics, outpatient care centers, educational institutions and the government. Depending on the healthcare organization you are employed by, you may also make house calls or treat elderly patients in nursing homes. You have excellent diagnostic, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ability to work as part of a team is a must.
Your interviews are generally conducted by a panel of interviewers. The Hospital Administrator and the Licensed Physician you will be working with will almost certainly be part of this panel. Be prepared for a rigorous interview that tests your knowledge and skills as well as your interest in caring for the sick and the injured. Make sure your answers reflect these qualities. If you are a new graduate, have a few situations from your internship in your back pocket to refer to during the interview.