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Question 16 of 30 for our Surgical First Assistant Mock Interview

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Question 16 of 30

Why did you choose a career as a surgical first assistant?

Interviewers almost always ask what caused you to be interested in the career you've chosen. It gives them an opportunity to see how you feel about the work you are doing and what made it stand out among so many career choices, as the right one for you. There is no right or wrong answer here; it's simply a way of opening the door to get to know you.

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  • 16. Why did you choose a career as a surgical first assistant?

      How to Answer

      Interviewers almost always ask what caused you to be interested in the career you've chosen. It gives them an opportunity to see how you feel about the work you are doing and what made it stand out among so many career choices, as the right one for you. There is no right or wrong answer here; it's simply a way of opening the door to get to know you.

      Written by Darby Faubion on December 13th, 2018

      Entry Level

      "I have always been fascinated with the human body and how it works. Being a surgical assistant gives me the chance to be a part of 'setting things right,' so to speak. I get to assist surgeons and the rest of the surgical team as we try to repair things that aren't working correctly or take care of trauma related injuries that require surgical intervention. I absolutely love what I do!"

      Written by Darby Faubion on December 13th, 2018

      Answer Example

      "When I was younger, I thought of becoming a surgeon. As time went on, I really didn't feel like I wanted to spend the number of years required to become a physician and then to specialize in surgery. For me, the next logical choice was to be a surgical assistant. I still get to be in the operating room and have a part in helping people be better, but I did not have to go to school for as many years as becoming a surgeon would have required."

      Written by Darby Faubion on December 13th, 2018

      Experienced

      "For me, being a surgical first assistant was the next best thing to being a surgeon. I love working in the operating room and seeing first hand the way the human body is intricately made and how each part helps another to function properly. Being a surgical first assistant allows me to be the 'right hand' of the surgeon, but I did not have to devote many years of my life to school. I have never regretted my career choice."

      Written by Darby Faubion on December 13th, 2018

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "In PA school, I was about to head into my surgery rotation. The PA that worked with the surgeon had a reputation of a being a real hard guy. I was quite intimidated going in, but after observing the PA and his skill level, that intimidation changed to me having a strong desire to perform up to his standards. I wanted to emulate him. I quickly became enamored with how surgery was its own world right down to its own overhead paging and I was hooked. Before the end of my 6 weeks, I was closing and doing a phenomenal job. My surgeon commented that I had been hiding my talents under a bushel, a compliment I take much pride in. Surgery in all its facets are a perfect fit for me."

      Rachelle's Feedback

      Your story is very engaging, and I followed along with interest from the beginning to the end. Great work! It's clear that you have found your stride in the world of surgery :)
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