Physician Interview Preparation Checklist

Before the Interview

Research the Organization

• [ ] Review the organization's website, mission, and values

• [ ] Research recent news, expansions, or leadership changes

• [ ] Understand their patient population and payer mix

• [ ] Look up the physicians you'll be meeting on LinkedIn

• [ ] Check online reviews (Glassdoor, Doximity)

Prepare Your Materials

• [ ] Update your CV with recent publications and presentations

• [ ] Gather references and letters of recommendation

• [ ] Prepare copies of licenses and certifications

• [ ] Compile a list of questions to ask

Logistics

• [ ] Confirm interview date, time, and location

• [ ] Arrange travel and accommodations if needed

• [ ] Plan professional attire

• [ ] Test video conferencing technology for virtual interviews

Questions to Prepare For

Clinical Questions

• Describe your approach to [common condition in specialty]

• How do you handle difficult patient interactions?

• What's your experience with [specific procedure or technology]?

Behavioral Questions

• Tell me about a time you disagreed with a colleague

• How do you handle work-life balance?

• Describe a challenging case and how you managed it

Questions to Ask Them

An interview is a two-way evaluation, and thoughtful questions signal seriousness while surfacing the information you need to decide:

• What does a typical week and call schedule look like for this role?

• How is compensation structured, and how has it trended for physicians here?

• What is the support-staff ratio, and are scribes or advanced practice providers available?

• Why is this position open, and what happened to the previous physician?

• What does success look like in the first year, and who would I report to?

• What are the biggest challenges facing the group or department right now?

Red Flags to Notice

• [ ] Evasive answers about compensation, call, or turnover

• [ ] High recent departures from the group or department

• [ ] Pressure to sign quickly without time for due diligence

• [ ] A disconnect between what leadership says and what staff physicians say

After the Interview

• [ ] Send thank-you notes within 24 hours

• [ ] Follow up on any materials you promised to send

• [ ] Document your impressions while they're fresh

• [ ] Reach out to your contact if you haven't heard back in 1-2 weeks