The NHS consultant interview

Pranav Kukreja
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This podcast is about becoming — and being — an NHS consultant. It explores the consultant interview process in detail: how panels are structured, what different panel members are listening for, and how credibility is judged in real time. Not rehearsed answers, but the thinking behind the questions. Beyond the interview, the series looks at life after appointment — the transition from senior trainee to consultant, the realities of responsibility, leadership, governance, and professional identity. What changes on day one. What surprises people later. And what no one tells you while you’re preparing. Conversations draw on real experience from NHS consultant life: interviews, job planning, trust values, working with managers and non-executives, and navigating the early years after appointment. This podcast is for senior trainees preparing for consultant roles, and for new consultants who want a clearer view of the landscape they’ve just entered.

Episodes

  1. MAY 8

    6 NHS consultant interview questions

    The conversation provides 6 interview questions that I recently asked, and the expected responses. It also delves into how to answer questions relating to challenging situations in the workplace, including working outside one's comfort zone, understanding operational pressures, dealing with differences of opinion, navigating toxic work environments, and promoting inclusivity in the workplace. Takeaways Interview Question InsightsHandling Challenging Situations

    19 min

  2. MAR 29

    The branding as Consultant!

    Sohel describes how he felt soon after becoming consultant, and the differences in perception between being a senior registrar and consultant. This episode discusses the lead-up to preparing your profile as a consultant and life in the initial months after becoming one.

    49 min

  3. SEASON 2, EPISODE 2 TRAILER

    Planning your SIAs

    In this extract, Sohel talks about the mindset behind the planning of his SIAs as ST6 and 7. Full episode coming shortly.

    4 min

  4. SEASON 2, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    DGH vs tertiary centre

    In this short clip, Dr Sohel Samad, consultant anaesthetist discusses the eternal question of seeking employment at a DGH vs tertiary centres. Full episode coming shortly.

    4 min

  5. MAR 12

    Candidate's perspective NHS Consultant interview

    Dr. Ed Rintoul shares his interview experience, discussing his preparation, meeting the panel members, and the interview day. He emphasizes the importance of practicing out loud and managing nerves during the interview process. Takeaways Interview preparationDealing with nerves Chapters 00:00 Preparation and Anticipation06:25 Meeting the Panel Members11:30 Interview Day and Questions

    38 min
  6. Inside the NHS Consultant Interview: What Panels Are Really Listening For

    FEB 14

    Inside the NHS Consultant Interview: What Panels Are Really Listening For

    The conversation provides valuable insights into the structure and process of the NHS consultant interview, including the importance of pre-interview meetings, handling tricky questions, and structuring answers effectively. It also emphasizes the significance of integrity, reflection, and preparation for interview questions. Takeaways Structured approach to answering interview questionsImportance of preparation for interview questions

    32 min

  7. FEB 11

    Structure of the consultant interview - Introduction

    This conversation provides an in-depth look at the consultant interview process, detailing the structure, roles involved, and types of questions candidates can expect. Pranav Kukreja shares insights on how to prepare effectively for these interviews, emphasizing the importance of understanding the roles of the college representative and the non-executive directors in the panel. The discussion also highlights the significance of trust values in the interview questions and the overall experience of candidates during the interview process.

    8 min

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This podcast is about becoming — and being — an NHS consultant. It explores the consultant interview process in detail: how panels are structured, what different panel members are listening for, and how credibility is judged in real time. Not rehearsed answers, but the thinking behind the questions. Beyond the interview, the series looks at life after appointment — the transition from senior trainee to consultant, the realities of responsibility, leadership, governance, and professional identity. What changes on day one. What surprises people later. And what no one tells you while you’re preparing. Conversations draw on real experience from NHS consultant life: interviews, job planning, trust values, working with managers and non-executives, and navigating the early years after appointment. This podcast is for senior trainees preparing for consultant roles, and for new consultants who want a clearer view of the landscape they’ve just entered.

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