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Question 6 of 40 for our Physician Assistant Mock Interview

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Question 6 of 40

This position requires a great deal of compassion. Would you describe yourself as a compassionate person?

"Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending University, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I would comfort patients and their family members during the patient's last moments, brush their hair, hold their hands, and read and sing to them. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care with your organization."

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  • 6. This position requires a great deal of compassion. Would you describe yourself as a compassionate person?

      How to Answer

      Working in the healthcare industry requires great compassion, and the interviewer wants to see if you will be a good fit for the role. Focus on ensuring the hiring manager understands you are a compassionate person. You can say you are compassionate, but giving an example where you have helped others is a better way to let them know. For example, you can describe your volunteer experience, how you cared for an elderly relative, held the hand of dying patients, or comforted a grieving family member. Give your personal example that shows you have compassion for others.

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Entry Level Example

      "Yes, I most certainly consider myself a compassionate person. I take the opportunity to understand and help others whenever possible. While attending University, I spent a lot of time volunteering at a local hospice - not only for the added experience but also to give back to others. I would comfort patients and their family members during the patient's last moments, brush their hair, hold their hands, and read and sing to them. I look forward to continuing this level of compassionate care with your organization."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Answer Example

      "Yes, I am a very compassionate person. I have empathy and compassion for others and do not like seeing people down on their luck. I have volunteered at a soup kitchen that provides warm meals to people without homes for the past three years. I also volunteer at an animal shelter and take the animals for walks, play with them, and help clean their cages. I have compassion for animals and humans alike."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

      Experienced Example

      "Yes, I am a very compassionate person and have been my entire life. I was always the one to bring stray animals home and give my lunch to those less fortunate than me. I believe you need to be compassionate and empathetic to work in this field and feel honored to have the opportunity to provide compassion to my patients and their family members."

      Written by Krista Wenz on January 31st, 2023

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      Anonymous Answer

      "Yes, I was initially interested in the medical field because I love working with people. It’s such a privilege to serve people and spend time getting to know them. I believe that you need to get to know a person before providing quality medical care and that’s part of why I am so interested in public health. I put in the effort to meet people where they are so that the care I provide goes beyond the hospital."

      Jaymie's Feedback

      Well done!

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