Standardized Video Interview (SVI)

The AAMC Standardized Video Interview is a tool designed to provide objective, standardized information about applicants’ standing on two critical ACGME competencies—Interpersonal and Communications Skills and Knowledge of Professional Behaviors (Professionalism).

Format

The AAMC Standardized Video Interview is an online, unidirectional interview. Six questions are presented in text prompts, and applicants record an audio/video response; there is no human interviewer. The applicant’s face must be visible and voice must be audible throughout the recorded response. Applicants can complete the interview using any internet-enabled computer, tablet, or smartphone. Because the interview is unidirectional, applicants can complete the video interview in a location and at a time most convenient for them during the Interview Window.
Applicants will have up to 30 seconds to read and reflect on each written question and up to three minutes to record a response. Once applicants are exposed to a question, there will be no pauses until the time to record the response has elapsed. Therefore, it is recommended that applicants ensure that they are in a disruption-free environment for at least 3.5 minutes after launching a question. After recording a response, applicants may choose to progress to the next question or take an untimed break. You will not be afforded the opportunity to view your video responses during or after you complete the Standardized Video Interview.

OSU Prep Plan:

  1. Recorded practice SVI is not required but strongly encouraged.
  2. Students will dress professionally and record a practice SVI in the location and setting where they are going to do the actual AAMC SVI to send to us for review (either in person or asynchronously for feedback). Video file will be sent via Canvas Dropbox for review.
  3. Students will answer the following questions with 30 seconds to prepare and 3 minutes per. Students are encouraged to only look at the questions prior to the practice and not do any other preparation prior to the practice to simulate the actual test.
  4. Interpersonal and Communication Skills
    Being able to demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals.This includes the following subcompetencies:Oral Communication
    Emotional Intelligence
    Teamwork and Leadership

    Sample Questions

    a. Describe a time you worked with a challenging patient. What was the situation? What actions did you take? What was the outcome?
    b. Describe a time when you were successful in communicating a difficult message. What was the situation? How did you communicate the message? What was the outcome?
    c. Imagine you are leading a multidisciplinary team composed of professionals with different areas of expertise. How should you make sure everyone works together effectively?

  5. Knowledge of Professional Behaviors (Professionalism)
    Being able to demonstrate a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities and an adherence to ethical principles.This includes the following subcompetencies:Empathy and Altruism
    Ethics
    Cultural Competence
    Conscientiousness

    Sample Questions

    a. One of your patients refuses treatment because it is incompatible with the patient’s religious beliefs. What should you do in this situation?
    b. Describe a time when you noticed a mistake or an error that had been made. What was the situation? What actions did you take? What was the outcome?
    c. You have just received test results for a patient indicating that her disease has progressed beyond any available treatment. How should you deliver the news?

AAMC SVI Essentials Document 2018-2019

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