I work in the OR Supply Chain and I liked how helpful everyone was when I was being trained. They helped answer question that were sometimes repetitive.
What I wish was different
I had be given a job that was normally for people with more experience . I was kind of thrown into the job and had to learn fast. I wish that I had eased into it a little better.
Advice
It is a fast paced environment and there is a lot of information to take in but don't give up. It'll get easier and fun when you know what you're doing!
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Summer 10 Intership
May - August 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
The unit I applied to was very friendly and taught me so much over the course of ten weeks. The nurses were so helpful will all of my questions. As I was hired on after the internship, I continue to grow and develop skills in nursing. I am so thankful for this amazing opportunity and cannot thank the staff enough!
What I wish was different
The only thing that I wish was different was being switched from hourly to salary in order to receive the benefits from the hospital.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions.
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BLS CPR Instructor
April 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
Flexibility in hours, comfortable and caring work environment, great experience!
What I wish was different
More available hours over break
Advice
Take notes, use lesson plans to assist with structure
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
January 2017 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I loved the variety of projects I work on. The people are extremely intelligent, yet very helpful and kind. I've had a lot of room to grow as a researcher and student here. I also like being on stipend.
What I wish was different
Getting paid monthly can sometimes be frustrating, but that's just how the hospital works for researchers.
Advice
Give it your all on the job. The more work you put into projects, the more you get out of it. I have been published multiple times due to my hard work.
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Inventory Support
June 2017 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
Flexible staff, friendly work environment
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Just keep up with what you're expected too and you'll have a good time
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Occupational Therapy Intern
May - August 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I experienced lots of hands-on endeavours, as well as lots of knowledge from the doctors I worked with, which was super beneficial for me in order to narrow my field of study.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
June - August 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I enjoyed the opportunity to learn more about how neuroscience is deeply integrated within the average hospital scene regarding both research and clinical. I was able to shadow numerous doctors in both pediatrics and also in neuropsychology. The main aspect of my volunteering was based upon working with MRI scans and looking at the lesions of the patients and making correlations regarding the different deficits that the patients may experience. I also worked with analyzing the biomarkers of audio questionnaires of severely depressed patients and their control counterparts. This experience has helped me gain a better understanding of what I would like to do with my future and has also helped me determine that neuroscience is the perfect major for me.
What I wish was different
I only have a few complaints about the internship. The first being that it was very hard to find affordable parking but that is often a common concern being in the Iowa City area. I also did not like how there was not always a constant flow of work for me to do. It seems that some days I would have lots to do where others I was sent home early.
Advice
I would advise to seek out the advice of the head doctors as much as possible since there is much to be learned from them. I would also say to make sure to try and experience as much as possible in your time there. I was able to watch some amazing medical procedures such as MRI scans, evaluations, rounds throughout the hospital, and much more.
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Inventory Management
October 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I liked being able to make friends and learn a new skill of identifying medical instrumentation. I liked being able to work a full 40 hours if my schedule allowed.
What I wish was different
I liked all aspects about this position.
Advice
Be diligent. Slacking off and not giving your all will reflect poorly on you, the department, and the entire hospital.
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Student Clerk
September 2018 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I like being able to talk to everyone who comes to the front desk. There’s always something to be done. I have been able to see really neat future medical devices also.
What I wish was different
Honestly I think that this job was everything I had imagined.
Advice
It has been an amazing experience. I have learned a lot about the medical field as well as the business world and how they overlap. I highly recommend getting a job surrounding your field of interest because it will help you officially decide if that’s what you want to do for a future career. Not only that, but it gives you experiences you wouldn’t have been able to have without the job.
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Student Lab technician
June 2018 - August 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I personally really like being able to do some things that are considered medical
What I wish was different
I wish they payed the students a little more
Advice
Just work hard and do your best because you’re working with forensic pathologists that are taking their job very seriously.
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Biomedical Equipment Technician
June 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I liked getting experience in a totally different field than the one I'm studying. It helped me open my eyes sto other possibilities.
What I wish was different
I don't know that I would change anything about this experience.
Advice
Be open to building new skills and learning new things!
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Undergraduate Research Assistant
May - August 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I love working at the hospital. At any hospital, patients come first so there was always a sense of urgency to fix problems. Workers never wanted to exact a price on people who made mistakes and were always very helpful whenever problems arose. I liked working with the patients especially in the research role we had. Research study participants are excited to help when looking for treatments and cures for their disease.
What I wish was different
As a research assistant a majority of my job was on paper and the computer. I was in charge of prep material for research visits and the data entry after the visits. I wish I had helped with more hands on help during the visits. If I asked I was able to shadow the Principle investigator during certain visits which was always very informative.
Advice
Learn as much as you can. Don't just ask what you can do to help the study, ask why the study is being performed and how it works. You will meet all sorts of coworkers in the hospital who will be able to put in a good word for you in a number of places. Get to know your patients.
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Supply Chain Associate
May 2020 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
Very flexible with working hours
What I wish was different
I wish there were more things for us to do. We often are running out of things to do.
Advice
Being on your feet for hours at a time can be harder than you think. So experience of this would benefit a lot
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Pharmacy Technician
June 2020 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I really liked the welcoming environment, which was very friendly and a lot more enjoyable compared to the other departments I worked for at UIHC. I like the fast pace environments and how all the work is very hands on. Scheduling is also very flexible, and they give you a lot of training shifts so you are fully comfortable in working the shifts alone.
What I wish was different
I wish the shifts were shorter because the shifts are 8 hours long and the only major drawback.
Advice
Apply in the summer because it is a lot easier to learn the shifts when they are back to back compared to during the school year when you can only work about 2 shifts a week (max 20 hours)
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Volunteer - Mother/Baby Unit
January 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I got to help take care of new mothers and get them whatever they needed during their recovery, which was really rewarding. When the moms were sleeping or getting tests done, I got to hold the new babies in the nursery, which always made my heart melt.
What I wish was different
I wish their were more tasks that volunteers could do, or a way to work up to being able to do more things. There are only a certain few tasks you can cycle through, and if their are no babies in the nursery when you've finished your tasks all you can really do is sit around.
Advice
Don't be afraid to talk to people and ask questions! Most people are happy to give an answer and if they really don't have time, they are very nice about letting you know.
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Research Assitant
July 2020 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
Given the Power of Experience grant, I was able to have afford housing and transportation. I also gained experience in research, and continue to work on my research project today.
What I wish was different
I wish I could've began my research at an earlier time. COVID however played a role in when I could start.
Advice
Take advantage of the Power of Experience Grant that Knox has to offer!
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research coordinator
June 2020 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
All of it
What I wish was different
COVID restrictions
Advice
Keep busy and time will fly
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Lab Assistant
December 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I enjoy the people here and the experience it has given me.
What I wish was different
I have had no problems here.
Advice
I would highly recommend the position, very flexible scheduling and very understanding about school obligations.
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Volunteer
September 2019 - March 2020 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I liked how easy it was to find a volunteer position in the university hospital
What I wish was different
I wish there was a part on handshake specifically for volunteering
Advice
Get handshake as soon as you can so you don’t miss out on opportunities
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Volunteer
January - May 2019 • Iowa City, IA
What I liked
I liked the opportunity to work with patients and staff around the hospital. It gave me insight to UIHC that I wouldn't have gotten otherwise.
What I wish was different
I wish my schedule had given me the opportunity to volunteer in a different unit.
Advice
Make the most out of volunteering at a hospital if you choose to do so. It's not the same as a job or clinical internship, but it definitely gives you a "heads up" as to what you might see.
