49. Describe a time when you had to make a difficult ethical decision.

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Have you faced an ethical dilemma at work? How did you resolve it?

Skill Assessed
  • 1. Ethical Judgement : Making decisions based on a strong sense of ethical and moral principles.

  • 2. Integrity : Upholding high ethical standards and honesty in all professional activities.

  • 3. Problem Solving : Navigating complex ethical situations to find solutions that adhere to professional and personal morals.

  • 4. Leadership : Leading by example and influencing others to make ethical choices.

Purpose
  • 1. Evaluating Ethical Decision-Making : Assessing the candidate's ability to make tough decisions while adhering to ethical guidelines.

  • 2. Understanding Integrity : Determining the depth of the candidate’s integrity in challenging situations.

  • 3. Judging Problem-Solving Skills : Observing how the candidate handles complex ethical dilemmas.

  • 4. Assessing Leadership Qualities : Evaluating the influence of the candidate’s ethical decisions on their team and organization.


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  • 1. Explain your thought process : Discuss how you weighed different options and the principles that guided your decision.

  • 2. Highlight the impact : Describe the outcome of your decision, including how it affected others and the organization.

  • 3. Reflect on the learning experience : Share what you learned from facing this ethical dilemma and how it has influenced your subsequent decisions.

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Topics: 
Conflict Resolution
Roles: 
Healthcare Administrator
Financial Manager
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