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Job Shadow

 

What is a Job Shadow?

A job shadow is a non-hands on observational experience. You'll spend limited time with a professional in the health care area of interest. Job shadow experiences are normally scheduled for up to 8 hours.

Occasionally colleges will require additional hours of job shadowing as a prerequisite to apply for their programs. Some examples may be Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physician Assistant. Requirements vary by school. Those students requesting more than 8 hours will require additional health work and should use the Clinical Job Shadow webpage.

Please note:  the job shadow system is currently being revamped; the new process will begin the fall of 2010.  This site still contains valuable information on healthcare careers so please take a look!  However, effective June 1st, 2010, you may not be able to secure a job shadow experience while the FVHCA is preparing for the change. 

We urge you to talk to your health occupations instructor or Jill at Northeast Wisconsin AHEC (920) 652-0238 or jilln@newahec.org if you have further questions.

How Do I Schedule a Job Shadow Experience?

You'll need to follow the job shadow process and application. For this you'll need to research careers in healthcare first, know which facilities have available job shadows you're interested in, know who to contact, and finish the appropriate application, including copies of immunizations.

• High School / 8 hour (or less) job shadow process and application
• Clinical job shadow process and application
• Available job shadow options
• Who to contact at the healthcare facility

If you're still unsure about the process talk to a counselor at your school or contact the facility's job shadow coordinator. If you have general questions about job shadows or which facility would best suit your needs, Jill Niemczyk is happy to help. In addition to email, she can be contacted via phone at (920) 652-0238.

Helpful Links to Prepare for the Best Experience

• Questions to ask at a job shadow
• Scholarships
• Evaluate Career Opportunities
• Wisconsin Health Careers