7 Steps to Present Perfectly at Interview

Telemedicine jobs are a hugely advantageous career path many healthcare professionals are now taking. As a healthcare professional who is fed up with shifts that don’t suit, searching for a better work/life balance, you’re determined to enjoy the benefits that come with telemedicine jobs too.

Furthermore, telemedicine is here to stay. According to Medical Economics, 83% of American patients expect to use telemedicine even after the pandemic has been resolved.

However, searching for a new telemedicine job is a job in itself. Competition is fierce. Yet here you are, with an interview booked. Here are seven steps to prepare for your interview and present yourself as the perfect candidate.

1.    Prepare Your Unique Selling Points

If you don’t know what’s special about you, then neither will the interviewer. So, take the time to think about what your best professional attributes are, and which will work well in telemedicine.

For example:

• Exceptional at communicating
• Plenty of patience
• Highly organized
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

Think about an example scenario you can give that demonstrates how each skill supported your role, and how you can apply it to a role in telemedicine.

2.    Prepare for Interview Questions

For interviews for telemedicine jobs, you’re likely to be asked questions that highlight how you’d cope specifically with working remotely. Example questions include:

• “What are your weaknesses?”
• “What would you do if a patient required immediate medical intervention?”
• “How would you keep yourself updated with the latest medical developments?”
• “How would you ensure patients receive accurate medical diagnoses?”
• “What would you say are some of the shortcomings in telemedicine, and how would you resolve a patient’s concerns with it?”

Consider your answers carefully. Jot them down and memorize the bullet points, though you shouldn’t memorize your answers word for word. You don’t want to sound false and scripted. Simply feel confident in knowing how you’d like to respond, and provide knowledgeable and positive answers.

3.    Prepare Questions to Ask

An interviewer will always ask if you have any questions. Your question is as good as an interview answer. Show your interest in the role and the company.

Research the company interviewing you. They may be campaigning for something or working on a new process – ask them how it is going. Or, more simply, you can ask what to expect next in the recruitment process. Whatever you do at this point, don’t ask about salary.

4.    Prepare Your Technique

Rehearse! It’s one thing having your answers in your mind, and another presenting them vocally. So, practice with a supportive friend or relative. Or record yourself, taking notes on your posture and how clearly you present your answers.

5.    Prepare to Make a Great First Impression

Set off on the right foot by sealing that great first impression. Look smart and professional, and full of enthusiasm and positivity that radiates through the room or on-screen.

Greet the interviewer with a positive comment, such as how you’ve been looking forward to meeting them, and that you are looking forward to learning more about the company.

Amongst many candidates, you’ll feel like a breath of fresh air full of positive energy.

6.    Prepare Your Positive Self

Leave the negativity at the door. Employers are cautious of candidates who often complain – it doesn’t forecast a bright future for either party.

If you’re discussing a topic which is negative by default, bring some light to the situation. In telemedicine, you need to be self-motivating and positive, and it’s a skill the interviewer will be looking for.

7.    Prepare to Share

When you’re searching for the right telemedicine job, have everything you need ready. That’s your resume, your licenses, and your qualifications.

Check they’re all up to date and ready to be vetted. Save them in one easy-to-locate folder, so that when they’re requested, they’ll reach the employer at the click of a mouse.

Having these prepared will demonstrate your organizational and efficiency skills.

Summing Up

An interview for telemedicine jobs isn’t just a chat – it’s a crucial process for employers to identify the key attributes needed to successfully execute telemedicine jobs. It’s all in the preparation – the number one skill of a telehealth professional.

Start your search for rewarding and enjoyable telemedicine jobs today – contact TeleHealth Gigs.