1. Tell me about a time when you were in a difficult situation and how did you handle it.
Overview
Phlebotomists are often in situations where they must be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances. For instance, they might be asked to draw blood from a patient who is in a wheelchair, or they might be asked to draw blood from a newborn. Candidates should be able to explain how they handled these situations and what they learned from them.
Overview
Phlebotomists are often in situations where they must be flexible and adapt to changing circumstances. For instance, they might be asked to draw blood from a patient who is in a wheelchair, or they might be asked to draw blood from a newborn. Candidates should be able to explain how they handled these situations and what they learned from them.
Interview Expectations
A desire to help patients
A willingness to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds
A desire to learn from mistakes
Sample Answer
I was asked to draw blood from a patient who was in a wheelchair. I had never done that before, but I listened carefully during training and was able to get the job done.