Why do you want to work in the operating room?

"I want to work in the operating room because I want to help save and improve patients' lives, be challenged at work, and continuously improve my capabilities in surgery" is a good answer to this interview question.

It is important to highlight your affinity to helping patients and saving lives, as this is the primary function of most surgeries that are performed in an operation room. You should also touch on the excitement you get from working in a fast-paced environment, and eagerness to obtain a role that will throw a variety of challenges at you on a daily basis.