Q1. How do you maintain patient confidentiality?
Suggested answer: Never discuss patient details outside duty. Follow HIPAA / local privacy law. Lock screens, dispose paper records securely.
Healthcare interview questions
Support roles in healthcare (orderly, porter, cleaner, kitchen staff) need empathy, hygiene awareness, and discretion.
Q2. What infection-control measures do you follow?
Suggested answer: Hand hygiene before/after patient contact, PPE use, color-coded cleaning equipment, isolation precautions.
Q3. How do you communicate with a confused or distressed patient?
Suggested answer: Speak slowly and clearly, use eye contact, give the patient time, alert clinical staff if needed.
Q4. Are you comfortable lifting and transferring patients?
Suggested answer: Mention training (manual handling, slide sheets, hoists). Always work with a partner for transfers.
Q5. How do you handle exposure to bodily fluids?
Suggested answer: Wear PPE, follow spill protocol, report to occupational health, get post-exposure care if needed.
Next steps
Practice these out loud, then put them to work — browse open positions or check current salary ranges.