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Question 5 of 29 for our Urologists Mock Interview

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Question 5 of 29

Has there ever been a time that you had a disagreement with a co-worker, and if so, how was it resolved?

"I believe if we think about it, each of us could remember at least one disagreement with a friend or co-worker. Although I consider myself to be pretty easy-going, I am also very passionate about my patients and the care that they receive. I have been aware of disagreements between other co-workers, but really like to think of myself as more of a peacekeeper. I feel like professional people should be able to discuss things logically and come to an agreement that is satisfactory for everyone involved."

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How to Answer: Has there ever been a time that you had a disagreement with a co-worker, and if so, how was it resolved?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for an Urologists job interview.

  • 5. Has there ever been a time that you had a disagreement with a co-worker, and if so, how was it resolved?

      How to Answer

      Any time you work with someone else, there is a chance of having a disagreement about something at one time or another. The interviewer knows this. It's human nature for people to have their own opinions. What is important to the interviewer in this question is whether or not you are willing to compromise and work through difficult situations with your co-workers. Being unwilling to compromise or find alternative solutions to a dispute can affect everyone on the team, even if it is indirectly. Sharing a personal experience is OK, but do not embellish it to 'be the hero.'

      Written by Darby Faubion on November 19th, 2018

      Entry Level

      "I am usually a very soft-spoken person and strive to be the 'peacekeeper.' I can't recall any specific incident of a disagreement."

      Written by Darby Faubion

      Answer Example

      "I believe if we think about it, each of us could remember at least one disagreement with a friend or co-worker. Although I consider myself to be pretty easy-going, I am also very passionate about my patients and the care that they receive. I have been aware of disagreements between other co-workers, but really like to think of myself as more of a peacekeeper. I feel like professional people should be able to discuss things logically and come to an agreement that is satisfactory for everyone involved."

      Written by Darby Faubion on November 19th, 2018

      Experienced

      "I think the most common disagreement between myself and others have involved our personal feelings about how healthcare should be carried out. However, I have learned, as have most of the people that I have worked with, that while our opinions are important, plans of care are designated by strict guidelines and with the input of everyone on the care team as well as the patient. Learning to respect those guidelines and patient wishes usually resolves issues that arise."

      Written by Darby Faubion

      Anonymous Interview Answers with Professional Feedback

      Anonymous Answer

      "Ward rounds were sometimes a problem. To finish the rounds early, I used to split the team into groups to see the patients based on priorities while I saw new admissions and complicated cases. I motivated them to finish early."

      Marcie's Feedback

      While the example you give is interesting, it doesn't apply to this question. Can you think of a time you disagreed with a coworker and then talk about how you resolved the issue?

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