HCA Healthcare

Patient Care Tech

April 2021 • Blacksburg, VA

What I liked

Very good work environment, super friendly and helpful people. On the job training provided. Flexible schedules

What I wish was different

Required 8 hour shifts instead of 12. More sick days, but will be flexible and work with you if sick.

Advice

We always need PCTs and there’s room to move up if you want to be a nurse or work in a different section of the hospital.

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Data Analyst

June - August 2016 • Norcross, GA

What I liked

The team that I worked with was outstanding. Management was alwayd as hepful as they could be.

What I wish was different

Honestly, nothing. The experience was great and my summer project tha I was able to pitch to upper management really challenged me!

Advice

Do an internship! It’s not everyday that you can get great experience in your field from people who actually want you to be there learning. Take advantage of the opportunities. I wish I would have done more than just one before my upcoming graduation.

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Patient Experience Intern

November 2022 - January 2023 • Payson, UT

What I liked

I love the weekly meetings our intern group had to go over our readings and meet with other people in administration. Interacting with the patients was rewarding, as you get to learn why they love coming to MountainView.

What I wish was different

I wish there were more project for interns to work on.

Advice

Apply as soon as you can and embrace every opportunity. Talk to as many people as you can: patients, administrations, nurses, etc.

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Internal Audit Intern

May - August 2022 • Nashville, TN

What I liked

I had a great experience learning about internal audit and HCA Healthcare over the summer. I worked on sections that full-time staff worked on. I had many responsibilities and led meetings with upper management. The department also had networking events outside the office and volunteer opportunities.

What I wish was different

Sometimes the interns would finish their assigned work early and would have to wait to do other work.

Advice

Make friends on your team and do activities outside the office. Take notes, it will help you and your supervisor on a project.

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Behavioral Health Technician

November 2017 • Ogden, UT

What I liked

Patient interaction was great.

What I wish was different

Management is inconsistent and uncoordinated.

Advice

This is a great job if you want to get patient exposure for the medical or psychology field, but you have to deal with the “mess” that is the management team.

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Student volunteer

May - August 2019 • Macon, GA

What I liked

I really liked getting to learn the different types of jobs and roles going on at the hospital each and every day and the people were all very great!

What I wish was different

Nothing i wish to be different everything was an amazing experience and i would definitely do it again.

Advice

Don't be afraid to go out and try new things. there are thousands of opportunities out there and it all starts with you just make the effort and go do it.

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Volunteering

January 2015 • Marietta, GA

What I liked

The staff are friendly

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

The E.R can get really hectic sometimes

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CNA

June 2019 • Overland Park, KS

What I liked

The experience I got before starting the nursing program.

What I wish was different

I wish I would I have started the job sooner.

Advice

I think everyone should work as a CNA before starting nursing because it has helped me a lot.

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Radiologic Technologist

August 2016 • Ogden, UT

What I liked

Always learning something new and challenging

What I wish was different

Treatment and respect towards hardworking people. You are just a # in the hospital. There to crank out services. Very low appreciation for the type of specialty skills it takes.

Advice

Know what career you really want to avoid burnout and have purpose.

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Medical office specialist

April 2019 • Ogden, UT

What I liked

The people are awesome and I was able to learn a lot over the summer about the business side of the medical field

What I wish was different

I wish I could've seen how higher rankings in the company worked

Advice

Always be open to learn new things and your employer will provide opportunities

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Strength and Conditioning Coach Intern

May - August 2019 • Richmond, VA

What I liked

I liked the opportunity to work with a vast client base and complete a lot of hands on learning.

What I wish was different

I wish that I would have spaced my hours out a little bit more rather than do 12 hour days.

Advice

I will say to keep an open mind going in so you are able to take direction and learn more from your supervisors.

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Rotational Summer Intern

June - August 2019 • Nashville, TN

What I liked

I loved the people I worked with and the opportunities they gave me to ask questions and have great experiences.

What I wish was different

I wish it was closer to my home.

Advice

It wasn't my first choice but I had a good time and learned much. Keep an open mind.

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Administrative Intern

April 2020 • Idaho Falls, ID

What I liked

I honestly believe this internship is an unparalleled opportunity for individuals interested in becoming healthcare leaders. The exposure, trust, and responsibility that was given to each of the interns was incredible. We had access to most areas of the hospital, meaningful projects, scheduled training events, and the ability to shadow/interview any part of the hospital. If you are pursuing a career in healthcare management, you wont find a better undergraduate experience anywhere!

What I wish was different

Advice

You gain from this internship what you put in. Over promise and underdeliver, look for additional ways to help outside of your assigned responsibilities, show your gratitude, and ask lots of questions!

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CCU Nurse

February 2020 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

Co workers

What I wish was different

Advice

Take your time,it will come with practice

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Student nurse extern

April - November 2021 • Kingwood, TX

What I liked

The teamwork and coworkers is unmatched. I also learned great nursing skills, and got to practice so that I feel competent in bed side nursing skills such as blood draws and starting IV's.

What I wish was different

I wish my job description was further explained to me in the beginning.

Advice

Study your job description well. Be proactive and advocate about your own learning.

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Patient portal navigator

August 2018 • Niagara Falls, NY

What I liked

Can create your own hours

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

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Sr Technical Analyst

January 2010 - November 2017 • Largo, FL

What I liked

I was able to do an internship at my employer instead of having to take time off from my duties.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Most internships are not typically paid, but since I was lucky enough to have a director that believed in the value of a college education, I was allowed to perform duties to complete my internship without any pay penalties!

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Student Volunteer

May 2017 • Austin, TX

What I liked

Loved the interactions with all the people who worked there! Everyone worked as a team and ensured we were providing the best service and care to patients.