I just got home from my first shift in the emergency department at the University of Utah. What's my first impression? I like it! But I don't think I'd actually want to work there. Here are a few of my observations:
First of all, it is boring MOST of the time. Sure you have people coming in for minor things all day, but really exciting cases only happen maybe once a shift. I don't mind the lack of excitement, (after all I am someone who wouldn't mind just working in a doctors office) but there is an important thing missing from the ER. I noticed that the doctors go from person to person without spending time actually getting to know the patient. They pop in and give an oral or rectal exam or something like that and then POOF! they're on to the next patient. A family practice Doc may not get to deal with really exciting cases but at least they get to know their patients.
The thing I like about being a volunteer is that I get to talk to people without any fear of wasting time. Today I chatted with a gentleman for almost an hour about all kinds of stuff. I was just keeping him company while he waited for a CT scan. I love that! I've always loved getting to know and talking to interesting people. I like to hear about where they've been and what they've learned. So I love being a volunteer in the ER. But so far I definitely don't want to work there.
No, I don't get to watch emergency surgeries or anything either. As soon as airmed lands I'm supposed to stay out of the way until things calm down. I get to watch from a distance though. It's all good.
I hope I like the Orthopedic Center as much! I'll find out on wednesday.
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