It was such a privilege to be able to work with various patients of all ages and different backgrounds. I was able to experience firsthand the results of patient centered care. I became familiar with patient scheduling, insurance, the electronic charting system, and the handling of optometric equipment. Working here improved my attention to fine detail and challenged my time management skills. During my senior year, I volunteered for an Urgent Care clinic in the Health Care Administration department. Through this opportunity I was able to interact with many different healthcare professionals and observe how they worked as a team. I learned about clinic operations, staff trainings, the rules, and policies. Volunteering at this fast-paced clinic helped me learn how to adapt to change quickly and efficiently. My attention to detail and organizational skills were further enhanced as I worked closely with the clinic coordinator on several different projects. This opportunity revealed to me how crucial administrative tasks were in a clinic. Our work made it possible for the health care professionals to deliver effective
It was such a privilege to be able to work with various patients of all ages and different backgrounds. I was able to experience firsthand the results of patient centered care. I became familiar with patient scheduling, insurance, the electronic charting system, and the handling of optometric equipment. Working here improved my attention to fine detail and challenged my time management skills. During my senior year, I volunteered for an Urgent Care clinic in the Health Care Administration department. Through this opportunity I was able to interact with many different healthcare professionals and observe how they worked as a team. I learned about clinic operations, staff trainings, the rules, and policies. Volunteering at this fast-paced clinic helped me learn how to adapt to change quickly and efficiently. My attention to detail and organizational skills were further enhanced as I worked closely with the clinic coordinator on several different projects. This opportunity revealed to me how crucial administrative tasks were in a clinic. Our work made it possible for the health care professionals to deliver effective