What are some common interview questions for a role in data entry?

Why do you want to pursue a career as a data entry clerk? Why do you want to work with us?Besides your defined duties, can you perform front office duties? How do you ensure accuracy while working? Tell us a little something about yourself Why should we hire you ?

Dear Leen

 

Below are the commonly asked question for a data entry operator in an interview.

 

1. What is your typing speed ?

2. Whether willing to work in night shift ?

3. Do you maintain speed & accuracy ?

4. Are you able to finish the given task within the stipulated time ?

 

Why do you want to work with us?I want to work for you because I was greatly impressed from your mission and repute of delivering the best health services in the town. I want to make the most of my data entry and clerical skills to contribute to your bottom line.

Have you researched about our company? What are our core values?Yes, I researched extensively on your website. I am well aware of your mission and goals, i.e. Care, Service, Efficiency and Quality.

Why do you want to pursue a career as a data entry clerk?My best asset is my typing speed. I would like to take advantage of this asset and I believe that a data entry position will do justice to it.

What do you rate as the best virtue of a data entry clerk?I believe that accuracy is the best virtue without which it will be impossible to provide quality work. Since many company decisions are made based on the information that data entry clerks punch in, it is important that quality is maintained.

How do you ensure accuracy while working?I ensure accuracy at each point. When I punch in information, I make sure that I read it at least three times before typing it. Once I am done entering a module, I revisit it and compare it to the original to make sure that I have indeed punched in correct information.

Have you worked in a healthcare office setting before?Yes, at Healix I worked as a laboratory assistant and data entry clerk

What is the key thing about you that can give you an edge over other contenders of this position?My exemplary time management skills, healthcare experience,76 words per minute typing speed and, above all,2 training courses on medical terminology,1 on effective CRM and2 on essentials of data management and presentations

Are you comfortable with prolonged sitting at work?Yes! I have a good staying power.

Do you have experience in inventory management?I have managed the sample inventory of the Healix laboratory and the office and medical supplies inventory for the hospital

You would be required to regularly coordinate with other departments for data collection and getting updates for the data management system. What skills do you think you would utilize for better coordination?Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, confidentiality management, superb organizational ability, priority management, a researcher’s mindset for data gathering and patience. These skills would help me to coordinate with different departments effectively.

For highly quality and timely data entry what will you require from us?A high spec computer system with latest MS Office installed and comfortable table and chair

If I was your boss, what kind of person would you want me to be?Friendly, supportive and appreciative; the one who gives equal opportunity to every subordinate, keeps his words and practices what he preaches

How would you deal with sensitive information?Any information that I work with is not mine to use or exploit. I can keep sensitive information confidential and I can provide references to vouch for my integrity in this regard.

Tell us how proficient you are with data entry technology and equipment.Since I have been working as a data entry clerk for five years, I can work on most popular data entry software. I also have the capacity to learn new software in a time-efficient manner. I am competent in using keyboards, data entry calculators, data recorders and optical scanners.

Besides your defined duties, can you perform front desk tasks?Yes! I am adept at handling reception work and managing telephone exchange / PABX. In addition, my strong communication skills and customer focused approach would enable me to manage front desk effectively.

Tell us three of your major attributes.· Perfect and timely data entry of information.· Exceptional attention to detail.· Proven ability to work in a fast paced and multicultural environment.

Describe yourself in three words.Motivated, Diligent and Detail oriented