Job Shadowing Initiatives

It has been reported that approximately one third of all students learn about potential careers through job shadowing.  Presbyterian has a commitment to educate young people in our community about career opportunities in healthcare and offer the entire community information about the wealth of career opportunities in health care.  A variety of job shadowing initiatives have been developed to reach out to our community's high schools, vocational schools, colleges and universities and give students an opportunity to explore their fields of interest while introducing them to Presbyterian.  Over time, adults who are considering a career change have availed themselves of the program, as well.

Job Shadow Program

This year round program provides opportunities for students grades 7-12, college and university students and adults who are looking at second careers to shadow one of our health care professionals in their field of interest.  Job shadowers may spend a portion of the day or a full day with a professional, observing that person's work and interactions with the rest of the health care team.  The program allows participants to see first hand how the particular job impacts health care delivery.  Job shadow programs are usually short term programs, but in some situations, can extend over a longer period of time.

Groundhog Job Shadow Day

Presbyterian's Pipeline Program participates in the national annual Groundhog Job Shadow Day in order to provide an opportunity for school aged children to job shadow in the healthcare industry and learn more about healthcare delivery career options.  This program gives children the opportunity for early career exploration that leads to better informed career choices.

Take Your Child to Work Day

This is a national program that gives employees an opportunity to bring their child to work for a day, encouraging their student to consider a career in that field.  Take Your Child to Work Day has been reported to raise the aspirations and self worth of children by allowing them to go to work with a parent or other adult to explore what jobs, skills and occupations they might be capable of achieving.  PHS participates in the national day traditionally held on the 4th Thursday of April each year with the goal of attracting children to health care careers.  Check out the Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Website.