Published on March 25, 2022
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We asked three Phelps Health employees why they choose to work at Phelps Health.
Preston’s Story
Preston Hodapp said since he was a kid, he has always been passionate about helping others and making a difference.
“Where is a better place to do that than in the healthcare field?” he said.
In high school, Hodapp volunteered at Phelps Health.
Before becoming the director of patient access, Hodapp was instrumental in Phelps Health’s COVID-19 testing and vaccine clinics, where he felt like he made a big difference in the community.
While Phelps Health is a large organization, he says the healthcare system still has a small hometown feel.
Hodapp said employees at Phelps Health receive great benefits, including on-the-job training and tuition reimbursement for those looking to expand their education while working.
“If you're currently looking for employment, I highly recommend that you apply at Phelps Health,” he said.
Sydni’s Story
Sydni Perez is a patient care assistant (PCA) who works on the Surgical Orthopedics floor at Phelps Health.
Her interest in healthcare began when she was visiting her sister, who had a baby at Phelps Health. Seeing others care for her sister made Perez want to make a difference in other people’s lives.
“I love getting to know the patients beyond what's in their chart,” she shared.
Perez remembered one time when she felt like she made a difference in her role with a patient who was being transferred from the Surgical Orthopedics floor to the Acute Rehabilitation unit.
“I went downstairs to check on her, and she explained how happy she was to see me and how she would never forget how much I helped her,” Perez said.
Countless opportunities are available to Phelps Health staff, and she says the organization treats its employees well.
“If you're looking for employment, I 100%, without a doubt, [recommend that you] come to Phelps Health,” she said.
Megan’s Story
Megan Stewart, a nursing supervisor who works the night shift, was hired at Phelps Health in 2005.
Her family was a big reason why she decided to work in healthcare. “My mom is a nurse, and so I wanted to pursue nursing because of her influence,” Stewart said.
Stewart also volunteered at Phelps Health when she was young. “I’ve always been drawn to Phelps Health,” she said.
Great leadership, excellent benefits and her love of patient care are three things she loves about working at Phelps Health.
“That’s the nice thing about nursing,” Stewart said. “Taking care of people on their worst day really gives you an opportunity to feel that you can make a difference.”
She began her career as a PCA at the age of 18. After taking several nursing classes, she eventually became a registered nurse (RN).
“I think Phelps Health is a really good place… and the opportunities are endless here,” Stewart said.
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