common mistakes to avoid during a medical job interview

Common mistakes to avoid during a medical job interview are:

Collected and written by: Mohamed Hassan 

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• Being unprepared. You should research the role and the employer, review your CV and portfolio, and practice your answers to common and specific interview questions. You should also prepare some questions to ask the interviewer to show your interest and initiative.123
• Dressing inappropriately. You should dress professionally and appropriately for the role, avoiding anything too casual, flashy, or distracting. You should also pay attention to your hygiene and grooming.123
• Arriving too late or too early. You should arrive on time or slightly early for the interview, showing that you are respectful, punctual, and organised. You should also plan your route to the interview location beforehand and account for any possible delays.123
• Talking too much or too little. You should avoid rambling, waffling, or interrupting the interviewer, as well as giving one-word or vague answers. You should speak clearly, confidently, and concisely, using the STARR technique to structure your answers: describe the Situation, Task, Action, Result, and Reflection.124
• Lying or exaggerating. You should be honest and accurate about your qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as your strengths and weaknesses. You should also avoid making false or unrealistic claims about what you can do or achieve in the role.12
• Being negative or arrogant. You should avoid speaking negatively about your past employers, colleagues, or patients, as well as yourself. You should also avoid being overconfident, boastful, or rude. You should be positive, humble, and respectful.12
• Forgetting your manners. You should be polite and courteous to everyone you meet during the interview process, from the receptionist to the interviewer. You should also avoid eating, drinking, chewing gum, checking your phone, or using slang during the interview.12
• Not following up. You should send a thank you note to the interviewer within 24 hours of the interview, expressing your appreciation and interest in the role. You should also restate your qualifications and skills, and address any issues or questions that may have arisen during the interview.12

These are some of the common mistakes that can ruin your chances of getting a medical job in the UK. By avoiding them and following some best practices, you can increase your chances of acing your interview and landing your dream job. Good luck! 😊