Job Shadowing
Get A Closer Look At The Work We Do At Mercer Health
We are excited for your interest in healthcare and the Job Shadowing program at Mercer Health. This program allows high school or college students with specific interests to observe in a variety of departments throughout the organization on a short-term basis, including both clinical and non-clinical settings.
Why Explore Health Care as a Profession?
A career in health care has many rewarding opportunities, including:
- Making a difference in patients’ quality of life
- Positively impacting the patient and family healthcare experience
- Becoming part of a team and family-oriented environment
- Working in a fast-paced field with advanced, life-saving technology
- Having the opportunity to meet new people every day
Through the Job Shadowing program at Mercer Health you will be able to learn about healthcare careers and the skills required for different occupations. By observing our healthcare professionals in action, you can explore your own interests while having the opportunity to experience the exceptional care Mercer Health provides locally to patients and their families.
Job Shadowing Requirements
A full listing of Job Shadowing requirements can be found in the link below, the main things to note:
- Only students in high school or higher are eligible. Student should be attending or a graduate of a Mercer County (or adjacent county) school system.
- This is a short-term experience. Anything ongoing needs to be coordinated through the Director of Volunteer Services.
- The Observer/Job Shadowing Questionnaire must be completed and returned.
- The student must sign the Observer/Job Shadowing Confidentiality Statement and verbalize understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
- Student must have proof of a one-step PPD (tuberculosis) test within the last year.
Privacy Reminder in regards to job shadowing:
You are not to discuss what you see or hear during your shadowing experience with anyone. This is trusted, private information. In addition, cell phones are NOT ALLOWED in any patient areas. You CANNOT have your cell phones out or take pictures in any patient care area. If you have your cell phone out, you will be asked to leave immediately.
To request to Job Shadow, please review the required testing/vaccines needed and complete the required forms below.
Required forms and information that must be reviewed by the student prior to Job Shadowing at Mercer Health:
In What Departments Can I Job Shadow?
There are several different departments that you may choose to job shadow. Below are listed some of the departments available for job shadowing. If you are interested in a department that is not listed, please do not hesitate to call and ask if that area is available for job shadowing.
- Cardiac Rehab
- Dietician
- Disease Management
- Emergency
- Health Records
- Human Resources
- Laboratory
- Marketing
- Medical/Surgical/Pediatric Nursing
- Obstetrics
- Occupational Health Nursing
- Outpatient Nursing
- Pharmacy
- Radiology
- Rehabilitation Services: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Athletic Training
- Respiratory Therapy
- Social Services
- Surgery
- Telemetry/ICU Nursing
“Thank you to the OB department for allowing me to job shadow and experience the everyday life of a nurse. I thought it was so cool being able to listen to the heartbeat of a newborn baby, and it helped me confirm that nursing is the right path for me.”
– Job Shadowing Student
The Importance of Job Shadowing
Summer Internship & Exploration Program
Mercer Health’s Medical Staff also offers a summer internship and exploration program for college students who are considering applying for medical school and have completed at least two years of college by the time the programs begins. The program, which will take place in June, will be an opportunity for students to learn from local physicians and help students make an informed decision about applying for medical school.
Learn moreQuestions about Job Shadowing?
If you have any questions, please reach out to:
Betsy Schoenleben
Mercer Health Education Coordinator
800 West Main Street
Coldwater, OH 45828
Fax: 419‑678‑5674
Phone: 419‑678‑5119
Email: bschoenleb@mercer-health.com
