Therapist Interview Questions in United States
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What would you do if a patient you had been working with started refusing to work with you.
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I would question the patient as to why they were refusing treatment with me, and then give them the option of working with another therapist. Less
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Try to find out if a specific thing is bothering the patient and if it can be changed. If it cannot be changed or the patient is not able to explain the problem then have the patient switched to another therapist if possible. Less
What is one of your accomplishments with a patient?
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I helped a patient regain use of their arm using nmes.
Was there ever a crisis that occurred on your shift (whether that be during clinics or previous employment) and how did you react and overcome or not overcome the situation.
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I never dealt with a serious crisis during my shift but I have dealt with numerous anxious patients who afraid to undergo scanning. To deal with this, I would spend time talking and calming them down. Less
Sell yourself, tell us why we should hire you over other candidates.
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When I arrive to work, my objective is to apply my skills and knowledge to the best of my abilities. If I do not know the answer to a question, or if I feel uncomfortable during a certain procedure, I ask someone with senior level experience so that the highest level of care is delivered to our patients. Less
If you were confronted with a difficult situation, how would you handle it?
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I would first analyze the situation to put myself in a position to effectively come up with several solutions. Then I would weigh out my solutions based on effectiveness, efficiency, and best outcome. If I still could not figure it out or just simply wanted to be sure I chose my best option I would turn to a peer for advice/help. Less