chelsea Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Yikes Just found out today I have a job interview on monday! I've currently been working for my current employer (airline) for 9 years and this is a big step for me, im SO anxious about taking the plunge/the interview etc because after working somewhere for so long you get set in your ways! The job is at a local hospital to work in secretarial/admin - booking appointments etc. If anyone works in a hospital enviroment and has any tips on how I can "wow" the interview panel it would be great Any tips from anyone else would be great too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 I am probably not the best person to give advice as my last interview was about 17 years ago (I did get the job,though!) I would say be calm, speak clearly, appear unflappable & most of all BE YOURSELF If they don't hire you for you, then maybe its not the job for you anyway? I am sure you will do really well, & they will be falling over themselves to offer you the job Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooner.girl Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Just don't tell them what football team you support... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Be honest Don't pretend to know about something you don't as you can always see through it If you can research the place do it because one of the first things you will probably get asked is if you know anything about them Whilst it is okay to say no and let them tewll you it always looks good to show you have bothered to try and find out for yourself It is a medical post so they will possibly ask you about how you would approach things like patient confidentiality and possibly stoppy people being rude if you don't have a time slot they like Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Hiya chelsea, I used to interview as a governor at a local comp. we were always most impressed by those who: genuinely listened to questions (ie - didn't simply twist the question to give an answer they had prepared) had taken the trouble to find out a bit about us could laugh knew how to say "I don't know" when they didn't - ie didn't talk a load of flannel to cover their ignorance - it can be spotted a mile off and is not an attractive quality! were not afraid to disagree - the head used to do this on purpose - to see if they would have the balls to stand up to him!! he was a bit of a monkey!! he's say outrageous stuff sometimes - and many interviewees would simply agree!! but here's a good site - probably worth a trawl - there are articles and a tips message board.... http://content.monster.com/Interview/Home.aspx good luck!! Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 18, 2007 Author Share Posted April 18, 2007 Thanks guys. I knew I could rely on you. Going to research the hospital, and I do plan to be "myself", im going to TRY and not be nervous and just be warm and approachable like I usually am. Hope there's a chelsea fan on the panel.... or a chicken fan Thanks for the link Phil, will check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Good luck Chelsea! Just be yourself, I know its scary but I'm sure you will be fine, we are all human Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Think of a few questions to ask - they usually end with "is there anything you'd like to ask us?". If I can't think of anything, I open my filofax, give it a quick look and say "I did, but we appear to have covered everything" I agree with research the place first. Find out which speciality you would be working for. If there will be patient contact, worthwhile finding out what kind of problems they will have as that could influence how you deal with them, ie mobility, terminal care, childrens, psychiatric etc, even if it's only over the phone. Do you have a knowledge of medical terminology? Will you need it and can they provide training if you don't. Importance of confidentiality and accuracy of records and filing (although probably the same in any secretarial job). Sorry, rattling on a bit now Hope some of it helps though! All the best for tomorrow Chelsea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Clean shoes....says a lot about a person. I'm already certain that yours are pristine. Good Luck!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chocchick Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 (edited) I got a book called 100 great answers to tough interview questions or similar, but never actually had a chance to try it out yet Good luck. Edited April 18, 2007 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 18, 2007 Author Share Posted April 18, 2007 Clean shoes....says a lot about a person. I'm already certain that yours are pristine. Good Luck!! hee hee. I actually have a brand new pair sat waiting in a box to wear (bought them especially for an interview in the hope I'd get one ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 Don't forget to rough up the soles a bit so that you don't slip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellcat Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 When you are waiting for the interview keep your right palm flat against your knee/thigh. It helps stop too much sweat for a clammy handshake! Also, look 'em all in the eye, not past the ears (as I have seen many people do recently...) Good luck. You'll be cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phenna_family Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 I definately agree with the look them in the eys routine. I was told at my last job that that was one of the reasons I was picked! Also do not wear crocs, no matter how shiney they are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Good luck for the interview today Chelsea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Good luck Chelsea: I'll have my fingers crossed for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Only just seen this. Good luck Chelsea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 All the best Chelsea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nicola H Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Good luck Chelsea........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gooner.girl Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Hope it goes well Chelsea, let us know... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 Interview went well. DIDNT GET IT THOUGH. They have just rang to say I was unsucessful, the only reason I didnt get the job was because they gave it to someone with NHS experience and that I interviewed very well. At least they had the decency to let me know the same day though. Gutted now, cos I really wanted it Thanks for your support folks, it means a lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Sorry you didn't get the job but it's great that the interview went well. karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 23, 2007 Author Share Posted April 23, 2007 my 1st interview in 9 years so im pleased, I feel a weight has been lifted off my shoulders now. onwards and upwards people.....I WILL find another job !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Oh, so sorry Chelsea, but well done for being positive about it. I am sure you will find something soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 23, 2007 Share Posted April 23, 2007 Sorry you didn't get the job Chelsea Now you've done that interview the rest will seem less daunting Best of luck with your search, that dream job is out there waiting for you. I am a great believer in fate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
