ProviderSource Inc. -  Interview Introduction   

How do you want others to see you?

Few people are born with innate interviewing skills. Nonetheless, successful interviewing skills can be acquired. We recommend that you pick up a few of these skills and practice them. The better prepared you are, the better the impression you will make when interviewing.  Prepare for your interview with your recruiter

Remember: You want to leave the interview with the option to pursue the position further.

A good interview gives you the option to pursue the position if you wish. Even if something in the interview turns you off, continue to interview as if the position were the only one in which you are interested. Another aspect may come to light later in the process that not only overshadows the initial negative, but also makes the opportunity the best option for you. However, if you have “written off” the interview early on because of a negative, you will never have the opportunity to make the decision. The interviewer will do it for you. The object is to always secure the right of first refusal.

Your medical education and training will establish your qualifications for the job. But the personal style and character you present to your interviewers will establish, in their opinion, whether or not you will fit into their practice.

Here are the essential factors to remember for an interview:

• Dress appropriately. It’s important to appear neat, clean, conservative and successful. Interview apparel can go a long way toward creating a positive image in the eyes of your interviewer. Your appearance should inspire trust.  Check your appearance before you leave for your interview. After arriving, be sure to visit a rest room to check your appearance.

• Have four objectives for every interview:

Do your homework on the area beforehand so you can spend your time asking important questions about the practice and hospital.

Find out what you need to know to determine if the practice opportunity is right for you.

•  Make sure you do everything in your power to make a positive impression.

•  Leave the interview with the option to pursue the position.

Be able to answer these questions :

          -What is there about this practice or area that appeals to you?

          -What are your personal short- and long-term goals?

          -What level of compensation do you require?

          -What would your colleagues say about your character and abilities?

          -What were the high and low points of your training?

You are likely to be asked these or similar questions. Do not appear at a loss to answer. Also, do not shoot from the hip. Have a well-thought-out answer for each of these questions and any other surprise or "killer" questions you've heard are being asked these days.

It is important for you to look calm, confident and in control. Dressing well, sitting up straight in your seat and looking the interviewer in the eye can create this set of impressions. If you are well rehearsed, you will be able to relax and be your natural self.

See more information about interviewing in the Telephone Interview and On Site Interview sections listed on the right.

Please visit our Provider Resources Section for interview strategy and preparation documents.

Of course, at any time during your search, you are welcome to call a ProviderSource representative.