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Diabetic Retinopathy Screener

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Sorry you were unsuccessful - better luck next time.

I would definitely ask for feedback - particularly about that question you think you struggled on.

Maybe at the next interview - you could stress that being on the receiving end of the service you would be able to empathise with the patients and put them at ease. You can say you understand how annoying it is on a bright day that kind of thing. IE empathise those attributes that you have that the other candidates are unlikely to have.
 
...as well as the implications of seeing the words 'background retinopathy' for the first time without explanation.

And the other fears associated with the whole experience.

Rob
 
@Margie: Good suggestions, but I already used them all in my interview 🙂
 
I'm genuinely sorry to hear you didn't get the job Martyn. Reading your posts it looks like you gave it your best shot, covered all angles and did your best to sell yourself. I can't offer any advice for next time, if there is a next time at that particular place. So I'll just wish you better luck in future. XXXXX
 
Hi,I found this thread while I was looking for examples of interview questions.I realize it's an old thread but am really hoping you can help.I have a job interview as a Diabetic Screener this Friday and I was really hoping you could advise me on the type of questions asked? I would really appreciate any information or help you can give.I don't mean to come across as insensitive and apologuise in advance if I do.
 
Well - I should think the questions might have changed a bit in 4 years !
 
As this was a few years ago, it's hard for me to remember what they are. The best I can remember is they asked how I would administer the Tropicamide eye drops for dilating pupils, which was to do with infection control, allergies, patient care etc. They asked about how I would help patients looking for more general information on diabetes and where I would signpost them to. They asked what I understood about diabetes and how it can affect the eye. They asked what I knew about the National Eye Screening Programme. They asked about my IT skills.
I can't really remember what else. I hope that's some help.🙂
 
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