It's Friday! Week 1 Complete

After the lunch meeting we had at SHM before our co-op started, most of my fears of what it would be like to work here vanished. I was most worried about what co-ops were chosen that I would have to work with for the next 6 months. After meeting Kirstin and Jamie (Scott I already knew), I knew the next 6 months were going to be great. All three seemed really nice and smart, in addition to all the staff already here at SHM.

My favorite part of the week was Industry 101 with Todd. I loved how fun and business was thrown into the mix during the quiz. It was not all business, making all of us co-ops feel more at ease. Taking a quiz with the Senior Vice President of Operations can be quite intimidating. Although, in the end, Todd is getting a tap dance out of me, I felt this meeting was a great way to show us co-ops that we should not be worried about the status of the employee. All the employees here at SHM are willing to help out if needed.

Starting my second day, I was a little thrown back when I saw my name on the schedule for answering phones. After ten minutes at the front desk, however, I felt I owned the office. I had answered phones and worked with similar programs at my previous job. Also, the walk-through we had earlier that day at iMIS Training with DeeDee helped alot as well. Answering phones will now be the least of my worries!

After all the Personal 101s and meetings, I can safely say choosing this co-op was the best decision I have made so far during my Drexel experience. I have always wanted to be involved in something that will make a difference. Assisting in revolutionizing patient care is a great notch to have on one's belt. I am very excited to be working at SHM.