6 Rehabilitation Assistant Interview Questions and Answers

Updated on: May 31, 2022

Preparing for an interview is quite similar to preparing for an exam – you know all that there is to know but the uncertainty of it all can be a killer.

If you do not end up acing the interview, you will know what to do (or not do) in the next one.

Think of the interview session as a learning experience – doing so will get rid of any pre-interview jitters.

For a rehabilitation assistant interview, have a look at some of the following common questions and answers:

Rehabilitation Assistant Interview Questions and Answers

1. What has been the crux of your work as a rehabilitation assistant in a previous position?

As a rehabilitation assistant, I have been providing support to teams of therapists, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists – all in a bid to assist patients’ rehabilitation programs become successful.

2. What skills do you possess that make you a great contender to work as a rehabilitation assistant?

As a rehabilitation assistant, I have developed deep insight into assisting assigned patients with established rehabilitative activities, such as mobility and strengthening exercises. In addition to this, I am well-versed in planning training activities and implementing them in groups, and on a one-on-one basis. Furthermore, I am proficient in observing patients and determining if they are under duress so that they can be comforted and encouraged accordingly.

3. As far as clerical work is concerned, what had been your specific duties as a rehabilitation clerk?

Working as a rehabilitation assistant is actually an amalgamation of rehab assistance duties and clerical/administrative functions. As far as the latter is concerned, I am well-versed in dealing with patients over the telephone, scheduling appointments, performing patient intake duties, and completing necessary paperwork.

4. Recount a time when you came outshining in this role.

I was once working with a patient who had lost the use of his right leg because of an accident. During a therapy session, I noticed that something was off, and it turned out that he was about to go into cardiac arrest (due to some underlying medical problem). I immediately intervened and gave him CPR, saving him from fatality.

5. As far as training is concerned, where do you stand?

I was initially trained on the job when I was hired as a rehabilitation intern 5 years ago. Since then, I have worked hard and obtained a Rehabilitation Certification (for the State of Utah). In addition to this, I am in a constant training mode, and take up all training and development opportunities that come my way.

6. If you were given a choice to work as a rehabilitation assistant in a residential capacity, would you take it up? Why or why not?

If provided with such a chance, I would definitely take it up. I have worked in a similar capacity before and believe that I can do justice to it. Working in a residential capacity means that you are more focused on the assigned client, leaving little room for improvement, as opposed to being assigned 2 or 3 clients in a day.