How to get selected
You’ve been called for interview for the perfect practice – how can you get the job?
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ensure you’re CV is attractive and well written; ask your trainer to check it for you
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many good practices will expect you to have passed or be taking the MRCGP
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be eligible for the obstetric, CHS & minor surgery lists if possible
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beware the invitation for an “informal visit” – it may appear informal, but the impression you make will count in their decision-making
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word-of-mouth – this works both ways; if the practice has heard on the grape-vine that you’re pretty hot, they’ll look on you with favour
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create a good impression if you’re locuming there – you won’t get appointed if they think you’re stroppy
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do your homework – find out as much as you can about the practice and locality before interview
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there’s no set format for interviews – can vary from fire-side chat to MRCGP-type questions to personality questionnaires
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think of and market your “unique selling points”, not necessarily clinical –
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dermatology whiz-kid?
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computing or financial expertise?
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flexibility on start-dates is helpful
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Last updated: 01 September 2003