TY  - BOOK
AU  - Ghosh, Robert
TI  - Succeeding in your consultant medical interview
T2  - Progressing your medical career series
SN  - 0955674654
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Nottingham
PB  - Apply2Medicine
KW  - PHYSICIANS
KW  - VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE
N1  - Chapter 1: The context and philosophy of the Consultant Interview. Chapter 2: Preparation prior to Application. Do you feel ready? Chapter 3: Check your credentials and apply Chapter 4: Research the Trust to which you are applying before shortlisting Chapter 5: Preparation after shortlisting: the formal visit Chapter 6: Portfolio preparation, Interview Practice and Dress Code Chapter 7: The Interview Panel Chapter 8: The Presentation Chapter 9: The Difference that Makes the Difference Chapter 10: Strategies for answers - some general principles Chapter 11: Two vital principles Chapter 12: Questions investigating self-reflection Chapter 13: Department of Health, and events up to the early 1990's. Chapter 14: The NHS Plan. Chapter 15: Other bodies and philosophies evolved from the NHS Plan Chapter 16: Bodies responsible for validation and appraisal Chapter 17: Other important bodies and concepts Chapter 18: Principles of Leadership and Management for Doctors Chapter 19: The Trust Board structure and Trust Finances Chapter 20: Some additional qualities required of a Consultant Chapter 21: Clinical Governance Chapter 22: Quality assurance, clinical effectiveness and openness Chapter 23: Risk management and complaints Chapter 24: Clinical audit and research Chapter 25: Continuing education and development Chapter 26: Legal and ethical Issues Chapter 27: Other key reports Chapter 28: Questions of approach or 'scenario' Chapter 29: Ending the Interview Chapter 30: Reports and other items for reference
N2  - Paperback; Achieving Consultant status remains the ambition and pinnacle in the eyes of most hospital doctors. The stakes are high, the competition is intense, and the selection process is discerning. It is important, therefore, that the interview process is understood, and that the commonly asked questions and pitfalls are examined in order to prepare meticulously. Despite the importance of this interview, it is probable that most doctors do not invest sufficient time and effort preparing for it. This book will address a variety of important issues, including: Recommendations with regard to preparation prior to application. Visiting the institution post shortlisting, the makeup of the interview panel and presentations. Behaviour traits to adopt and avoid during the interview. General principles for answers to commonly asked questions pertaining to factual knowledge, opinion and scenarios. Additional summaries of 'hot topics' such as Government targets and Foundation Trusts The information and guidance given in this book will hopefully go a long way towards helping you with your interview preparation, equipping you with the right behavioural skills and empowering you with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in your Consultant interview
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