So, you’ve been asked to interview for a medical role within the NHS. Preparing for an interview can take many forms, but today we’re going to cover how to best answer questions. Our downloadable interview guide has a lot of information based on our experience placing thousands of medical professionals in the NHS.
How we structured the guide
Before you jump into the guide, we wanted to break down what you can expect and how it can help you prepare. Firstly, we cover the types of questions the hiring manager will ask you during the interview. After that we cover the three winning techniques we suggest to everyone interviewing with the NHS. Finally, we go through the types of questions mentioned above in great detail, including examples of questions for you to practise.
Techniques to Prepare
When it comes to an interview with the NHS, there are three techniques that can help you answer any question:
• STAR
• CAMP
• SPIES
CAMP can be used to answer questions about you or your CV. Standing for Clinical, Academic, Management and Personal, it provides you with a framework for answering questions without forgetting key information.
Types of Questions
Hiring managers within the NHS will often ask questions that fit into one of the following six categories.
• Biographical questions
• Clinical scenarios
• Ethical scenarios
• Clinical governance
• Motivation and aspirations
• Questions asked by you
Medicine NHS Interview Guide
Preparing for your medical NHS interview is essential to ensure you are offered the role. By considering the types of questions you’ll be asked and utilising our winning techniques, you’ll be able to answer anything confidently.