Samantha12 Posted September 25, 2022 Share Posted September 25, 2022 (edited) Hey guys! Congrats to all who got an interview invite! I figured it would be good to start a thread so all the Spokane peeps don't get lost in the main thread. Also, I interviewed last year, and a group of us had a few zoom meetings beforehand to meet and make the interview day less stressful. I'm not sure if meeting up, online or even in person to get coffee or something sounds good to anyone, but I think it could be helpful for interview day! I should probably introduce myself too, my name is Sam and as I previously stated, I am a re-applicant this year for Medex. I interviewed last year in the second session for Spokane and got waitlisted but I am excited for this cycle and look forward to interviewing with you all!! Edited September 25, 2022 by Samantha12 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunnartreck Posted September 26, 2022 Share Posted September 26, 2022 congrats on the interview invite! i'm very excited to interview there! could I ask what you did to prepare last time and what you are doing this time as well? I am thrilled to be interviewing but also nervous as this is my first interview with a program so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMichael Posted October 4, 2022 Share Posted October 4, 2022 Hello there, I am a first-time applicant invited to the interview conference on October 21st. I am interested to hear what things were like for those that have interviewed before. Looking forward to meeting everyone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 6, 2022 Share Posted October 6, 2022 Hey folks! Super excited to be interviewing with you all. I think it's going to be a great conference, as it looks like we'll be doing MMIs and small group interviews. Certainly unlike anything I've done before. I'm a first-time applicant and this is my first interview of the season. I'm fine with doing a Zoom session beforehand if people want. I live in OR and would not want to make a trip for something in-person. Looking forward to this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcorigliano Posted October 12, 2022 Share Posted October 12, 2022 Congrats everyone! I also got a spokane campus interview invite for 10/21! I'm excited to see you guys there! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samantha12 Posted October 12, 2022 Author Share Posted October 12, 2022 Let me know if you guys would want to possibly do a zoom! But there isn't much to say, basically I would say to review the standard questions (why do you want to be a PA, what do you like about the profession, etc.). You don't want to sound rehearsed, but try to determine some general answers to the basic questions so you sound composed and don't derail too much. Just try to be yourself and be honest with your answers! Every interview will be a group interview so it's nice because you'll always have others with you answering questions! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 12, 2022 Share Posted October 12, 2022 I like that, good advice! I've been trying to prep myself with answers to those questions, as well as thinking about "remember a time when..." examples (time you were challenged, time when you had to work with a group, etc.) because my brain is potatoes with recall on the spot. But I agree. Have a general outline in your head about what you're going to say, but let everything flow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMichael Posted October 14, 2022 Share Posted October 14, 2022 Hi again! I would love to meet a few people beforehand, but my schedule is a little crazy. I'm available most days after 5 this week though! Is this Sunday evening around 6 or 7 a good time for a zoom meeting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcorigliano Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 I would love to join if we do meet up! This Sunday (tomorrow) works for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubs191 Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 I would also like to join for the meet up if you guys do it. Sunday works for me too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 Same here, I'd love to meet up for a bit, too. Are we talking about 6 or 7 PST? I'm okay with either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronG Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 Hello, my name is Aaron and I will be joining all of you on the 21st also. This will be my first interview for the program as well and I have had a few friends who have been accepted and successfully made it through this program. They said that meeting with your prospective classmates before the interview does help with the interviewing process. I would be more than happy to meet with anybody that would want to get to know each other before the interviews commence even if it’s just to lighten the nerves and get some insight on what previous interviewees experienced. Look forward to seeing everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronG Posted October 15, 2022 Share Posted October 15, 2022 I can do tomorrow Sunday October, 16 at 6pm pst or 7pm pst if someone wants to send me an invite I’d love to meet everyone. I’ll be monitoring this thread if you need an email to send an invite to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aubs191 Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 6pm would be my vote but I can also make 7pm work if that’s what everyone else wants to do. Would this be through zoom? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMichael Posted October 16, 2022 Share Posted October 16, 2022 (edited) Hi everyone! I went ahead and scheduled a zoom meeting for tonight at 6pm. This is my first time hosting; sorry in advance for any technical difficulties. Looking forward to meeting you all! B & K Michael is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: MEDEX 2022/2023 Pre Interview Meet and Greet Time: Oct 16, 2022 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) I've sent the passcode to all the users in this thread in a DM, but I will check if anyone else wants to be added before the meeting starts. Just post in here or message me Edited October 16, 2022 by KMichael add info 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunnartreck Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 I'm really bummed I didn't get a chance to meet up with everyone! it would have been fun for sure! I noticed above someone mentioned that these are MMI style interviews, how much different is that than typical behavioral type questions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AaronG Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 I forgot to ask at our meeting tonight but I was wondering if anyone has gotten their invite for the meeting on the 21st yet or if we should still be looking for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMichael Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 I haven't gotten anything yet. I'm guessing tomorrow or Tuesday we will see it. MMI questions are ethical scenarios. You are presented with a problem then you "think outloud" before you make a final decision. There are a few websites and youtube videos that would be helpful to go over prior to Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gunnartreck Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just got my confirmation email today, I don't think I interview with anyone on this thread though, which is a bummer. I'm excited to see everyone on Friday! thanks for the advice about MMIs! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just got mine too. Wished you could have been there, too, Gunnar! It was great to meet you folks! It looks like I'm in a group with Mikaela, yay! Good luck to all of us. I know we're all going to kill it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CassieE Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Congrats to all of you who have gotten your invites! I’m still very nervously waiting to hear one way or another on my application. I emailed MedEx Admissions and asked them how many interview dates are left and I was given 4 specific dates. I’m not sure if they are all for Spokane or for all locations. I’m just keeping my fingers crossed for that invite! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMichael Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Looks like I have a session with Aaron! See you there! We're gonna rock it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 (edited) 14 hours ago, CassieE said: Congrats to all of you who have gotten your invites! I’m still very nervously waiting to hear one way or another on my application. I emailed MedEx Admissions and asked them how many interview dates are left and I was given 4 specific dates. I’m not sure if they are all for Spokane or for all locations. I’m just keeping my fingers crossed for that invite! My best guess is those dates are likely for the second round of Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and the first round of Anchorage & Kona/catch-all (together I think?) Also, I don't think they've send out invites for Spokane #2. So there's definitely hope! Correct me if I'm wrong folks. Edited October 18, 2022 by NDJR7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CassieE Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 1 hour ago, NDJR7 said: My best guess is those dates are likely for the second round of Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, and the first round of Anchorage & Kona/catch-all (together I think?) Also, I don't think they've send out invites for Spokane #2. So there's definitely hope! Correct me if I'm wrong folks. I’ll hold on to hope! I am getting a little nervous though. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NDJR7 Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 Totally get that! I feel the same way about all the other programs I've applied to I've not heard from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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