General Internist Interview Questions

16 Share an example of when you went above and beyond the "call of duty". (Look for answers that show the candidate is dependable.)
17 Name a time when your patience was tested. How did you keep your emotions in check?
18 What factors do you consider when you treat internal disorders, such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and problems of the lung, brain, kidney, and gastrointestinal tract?
19 Name a time when you analyzed records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
20 Give me an example of when you thought outside of the box. How did it help your employer?
21 Tell me about a time when you developed your own way of doing things or were self-motivated to finish an important task.
22 Provide a time when you dealt calmly and effectively with a high-stress situation.
23 Provide an example of a time when you successfully organized a diverse group of people to accomplish a task.
24 Walk me through how you would make diagnoses when different illnesses occur together or in situations where the diagnosis may be obscure.
25 Describe an experience when you explained procedures and discussed test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
26 Tell me how you would monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
27 Walk me through how you collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results.
28 Provide a time when you worked in a rapidly evolving workplace. How did you deal with the change? (Make sure the candidate is flexible.)
29 What is the secret to advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention? Share an example.
30 Share an example of when you established and accomplished a goal that was personally challenging. What helped you succeed?