in the Hands of the Potter: First day

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

First day

This is going to be short, because I'm tired ... but I wanted to write about my first day at the New Job. :)

I got there, and they had a lab coat, cell phone, pager, and some other paperwork all ready for me. They had a sign up that said "welcome Emily," as well as breakfast AND lunch. It was amazing to feel special and somehow wanted. A far cry from working on the psych unit, where nobody seemed to really know anything about what was going on with me.

I walked around and saw some patients with the chief PA - he showed me around and showed me the computer system and whatnot. I don't think I'll remember how to get anywhere, but that's ok. :) And I used to work at an affiliated hospital, so I've used the computer system before. I actually recognized the name of one of the ENT residents from the office I used to work in ... not that he'd remember me, but I hope I see him around sometime.

Overall, I'm really excited about this job. I know I am going to learn a LOT. I want to be that kind of PA who can respond to codes and know what to do, be on call and know how to handle problems, have the physicians and nurses have confidence in me. Heck, have confidence in myself. I can really see myself growing and maturing here. I know that I've been growing while I was doing psych, too - but definitely in different areas. I am really excited to take this opportunity to learn more about medicine and really get comfortable doing this. I know it's something that I should've done when I first graduated, but I truly do believe God had me at the psych unit for a reason. He's the one who orchestrated me moving here, and I believe in His perfect koinos - His ways are higher than mine. And His timing is perfect. I believe I've been put here at this time for a specific reason. And I'm excited about it! :)

posted by emily @ 12:00 AM

5 Comments:

At 11:00 AM, Anonymous said…

Aw, I'm glad you're excited about your new job! It sounds like it's going to be really fun.

And hey, see you on Friday. ;-)
At 3:27 PM, emily said…

hehehe yeah!!! :D
call my work phone when you are there - I'll email it to you :)
At 6:05 PM, aunt myrn said…

how wonderful that they were so welcoming on your first day! i think you will do great things there!

you have no idea how much i admire you for having the courage to make the change... i am at such a crossroad in my life and don't know what to do. need to get out, but 51 years old and terrifeid.
At 6:20 PM, aunt myrn said…

also, i have finally posted what i wanted to say about your other post.
At 3:55 PM, Anonymous said…

Em, I am so happy for you! I know that you will do just great and will enjoy all the new challenges and getting to know all your new co-workers. It sounds so friendly and also professional that they were ready for your arrival.

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