Today was my first day of work experience in Basingstoke hospital, in the portering department. I chose to work in the portering department because it would mean I would be able to go around all areas of the hospital instead of being confined to one place. Also as a doctor it's important to know how the hospital works and I think that this week will give me a valuable experience of what is vital to allow the hospital wheels to turn.
I started off today not really knowing what to expect, but being excited all the same. We began our duties by delivering food carts and collecting laundry in the morning, then after lunch I was stationed with a different, somewhat more talkative person. We then were mostly transferring patients to different areas of the hospital. I found myself enjoying this much more because I realised just how unique each patient is, and how each patient has to be spoken to and treated in a way which suits them. The porter I was shadowing was an amazing example of this and it made me appreciate how it can make such a difference to how someone is feeling if you just put a smile on their face.
Tomorrow I'm looking forward to experiencing a different area of the hospital, and hopefully I will have some more patient contact!
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