Consultant interview
Master the CONSULT Interview with Medmock
The final hurdle before becoming a consultant. Focuses almost exclusively on NHS management, clinical governance, difficult leadership scenarios, and service development.
Interview Stations Breakdown
Management & Governance
Handling serious untoward incidents (SUIs) and managing clinical budgets.
Colleague Interaction
Dealing with underperforming seniors or navigating difficult MDT dynamics.
Service Presentation
Presenting a cohesive plan to improve a specific clinical pathway at the trust.
A Couple of Example Practice Scenarios
"One of your registrar's has made a prescribing error resulting in a severe patient outcome. Talk me through your Duty of Candour and the Datix investigation process."
"You notice a senior Consultant colleague who appears to be making increasing operative errors and smells faintly of alcohol in the morning. How do you approach this?"
Disclaimer: National medical recruitment formats and Royal College examination criteria are subject to change annually. While Medmock strives for absolute accuracy based on the latest HEE/NHS England cycles, always consult your official applicant handbook or Royal College website for the definitive, up-to-date station requirements for your specific cohort.
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