Reflection On The Patient Care Associate Position

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I take this moment to appreciate you once more for the duration you spent with me yesterday. Interviews can be traumatic, but I'm very grateful for the comfort that you accorded me throughout the procedure. I enjoyed meeting various staff members and the attractive environment surrounding the healthcare organization. Your willingness to award me extra information regarding the Patient Care Associate position persuades me that this is a task I will enjoy and be successful besides making valuable contributions to LIJ Medical Center.
It was damn helpful to realize how your patient care associate obligations complement the chaos I fulfilled amidst my experience in the Emergency Department at the LIJ Medical Center. Our conversation regarding the

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