As a recent college graduate, this job is exactly what I was looking for. I work part-time in Pepperell Radiology during the week, and I work at the hospital or other locations within Foundation Medical Partners on a per diem basis. I love the variety. Monday through Friday, I work with the same people every day – a great routine. Then, on the weekends, I work in emergency and urgent care settings that are constantly changing. I experience the best of both worlds!

Instantly, I felt welcome when I started at Orthopedics at the Bone and Joint Center in July. Being comfortable and at ease with new co-workers is refreshing. I’ve worked in healthcare for a long time, and I value the relationships I have with my colleagues greatly.

My practice allows me to cross train, which opens networking opportunities for me throughout Southern New Hampshire Health. I have past experience working in Surgery, and soon, I will receive training to assist with surgical scheduling – one of my passions. Moving in this direction, my scope will expand to Southern New Hampshire Medical Center – integrating the hospital and Foundation Medical Partners seamlessly.

In addition, one of my future goals is to become an office supervisor. My practice manager is guiding me through the process and providing shadowing opportunities for me, so I can learn from an experienced supervisor within our organization. I feel very enriched and empowered here.

My career began at Foundation Medical Partners 22 years ago when I first started as a receptionist at Amherst Family Practice. I also worked at Foot and Ankle Care and then moved to the OB/GYN practice.  Then, I expanded my career as the first operator for Merrimack Family Practice, utilizing our new phone system, ShoreTel.   After a brief time off to take care of a family member, I remember thinking about how much I missed working at Southern New Hampshire Health.  When an opportunity arose for me to return to Foundation Medical Partners to work at Amherst Family Practice, I was very excited.  I received the call from a Human Resources representative asking me, “Are you ready to come home?”  My answer was, “I most certainly am!”

Since returning to Foundation Medical Partners, I’ve never looked back, and I plan to retire at Amherst Family Practice.  As an employee, I’ve experienced exceptional career growth.  I’m treated with respect, my contributions are acknowledged and appreciated, and I have had the opportunity to mentor new employees.  Our CEO of Foundation Medical Partners is very approachable and comes to our site meetings to thank each and every one of us for our dedication.

Everywhere I go, I seem to run into someone who wants to share a personal experience with me.  One afternoon at the grocery store, a woman next to me started a conversation.  As we talked, I realized we had a lot in common.  It was like running into an old friend.  During our chat, she mentioned that she’d recently changed doctors and said she was so impressed by the care she received from the moment she walked in the building.  She said the receptionists were kind, cheerful and helpful, and the nurses were exceptional and made her feel right at home.  She also mentioned how caring, kind and knowledgeable her new doctor was.  When I asked which practice she was going to, she said, “Amherst Family Practice!”  My heart felt so warm, and I was so proud to inform her that I work at this amazing practice.  It is truly a pleasure to be a member of the Southern New Hampshire Health team!

I’ve been working at Foot and Ankle Care at the Bone and Joint Center since January 2016. When I first started this job, I really liked the way Foundation Medical Partners was presented to me. My practice manager was very well-organized and passionate about this office. She set me up for success from the beginning and continues to take the time to teach me new things until I understand them.

My goal is to become a practice manager someday, and my own practice manager is already mentoring me through this process. Foundation Medical Partners recognizes talent within the organization, and I look forward to continuing to grow here. I have opportunities to learn so much more.

I have worked at SNHH since February 2016, and I appreciate the opportunities I have to grow with my Behavioral Health team.  Everyone in our group has the freedom to design and develop innovative ways to help individual patients reach their goals.  Our team focuses on the whole well-being of every patient.  I appreciate the fact that I work with individuals who share different therapeutic techniques and perspectives.  I have the opportunity to express my point of view as well, which makes me feel valued.