So many changes

[popkin16]

Right after I started school, a third team lead (essentially a department manager) position opened up in my department. I was on the fence about whether or not to go for it, and then decided I would. At the very least it'd be good experience; at best I'd get a pay raise and get to do something different. It's only been about a week since it opened, but I had so many ups and downs emotionally lol. Out of 10 applicants, I was one of 4 selected for an interview for the position. And then I made it to the second round of interviews, and I was proud and nervous. I hate interviews, they're nerve-wracking. A session specifically for judging.

But folks, I got the job.

I'm still nervous, though this time it's those self-doubts. What if I can't do the job? What if I'm terrible at it? But all I can do is try, and stepping down from the position IS an option.

That said, this doesn't mean I'm quitting school. I'm taking it slow - they want me to learn SO MANY medical terms, oh my god, first 2 chapters of the textbook wanted me to memorize 150 medical terms. This will be better pay while I go to school, AND it was good interviewing experience for when I finally get my certification and begin looking around for a job.

Comments

[badfalcon]

oooh congratulations!

[popkin16]

Thanks! It's been an interesting couple of weeks for sure lol.

[em_kellesvig]

Congrats! And good luck with your schooling. You got this!

[popkin16]

Thank you! My homework has taken a backseat as I try to adjust to my new position - and the mental exhaustion that comes with focusing so hard for hours - but I'm ready to take on both now :D

[goddess47]

Woot! Hurrah for you for being brave and then succeeding!

You'll do fine! You can come and rant at us when you have bad days!

[popkin16]

Thank you! It's been such a stressful couple of weeks lol. I'll definitely rant on the bad days - though so far it's mostly just been overwhelming!

[mecurtin]

YAY! we're so proud of you!

The way to memorize medical terms is to figure out what Greek/Latin bits they're made of (usually not too many), and remember *them*. At least, if you're me.

[popkin16]

Thank you ♥

Yesss! That's definitely helped me out, but man....memorizing the Greek/Latin bits can be a trial. Some of the terms are so similar too - ostomy and otomy, for example. And it's 75 new terms for each chapter read... luckily I'm pretty good at memorization!

[squidgiepdx]

Yay on getting the job! And ping me on WhatsApp or such if you have questions or need a study-buddy or something. :)

[popkin16]

You are so amazing 🥺 Thank you - I've thought about pinging you just to complain about the sheer number of terms they want me to memorize, but I don't want to be a bother. You always have a lot on your plate too!

[squidgiepdx]

You're never a bother! If I can help you succeed, I'd love to. Just let me know - I'm here. :)

[popkin16]

Thank you ♥ 🥺

[melagan]

That is AWESOME. Starting something new is always nerve-wracking, but you'll be great at this. Glad to hear you're keeping up with school. (and I wouldn't hesitate a minute leaning on Walter as a study buddy.) ❤️

[popkin16]

Thank you ♥ I'm trying hard to learn things and keep up, but it's pretty overwhelming. School has fallen to the wayside a bit as I learn my new job - I get home so mentally tired from focusing all day - but I'm jumping back in today! I'll definitely lean on Walter for a study buddy - I bet he'll make it fun, too :D

new job

[elderwitty]

That's so AWESOME!!!

I have total faith that you'll be great at the new job!

Re: new job

[popkin16]

Thank you SO SO much :D It's been an overwhelming, awesome time so far :)

[timespirt]

Congratulations hon, you deserve it. I wish you so much luck and hope you reach your final goal to be a Pharmacist or pharmacy tech.

[popkin16]

Thank you so much! I'm exited to be making more money while I do schooling - I'm hoping it'll help some of the anxiety I always feel lol.

[juniperberry]

Yay!!!! Congratulations!!!

[popkin16]

Thank you ♥ ♥!

[runpunkrun]

Congrats!!

[popkin16]

Thank you ♥ ♥

[tamsin]

Congratulations! I'm sure you'll do great.

[popkin16]

Thank you! I'm definitely going to give it my all to do a good job :D Hopefully that'll be enough~

[elayna]

Congratulations!!! I’m sure you will be great at the job and on you settle in a bit, I hope that you end up really enjoying it.

And good luck on the studying! That sounds like a lot but memorization gets easier after you practice some, you got this.

[popkin16]

Thank you so much! I'm going to do my best at the job and hope I catch on fast. I also hope I end up enjoying it - it helps that I was already doing part of it, so I know how to do some stuff.

I'll need luck with the studying 😩 So many terms, so many of them are similar...

[logicgunn]

Congrats and well done!
They are lucky to have you, and they already know you're the best person for the job, so take that to heart. New positions are intimidating, but you will get the hang of everything.
xxx

[popkin16]

Thank you! Your words are pretty comforting - I've been lowkey stressed about everything for the past two weeks. My sleep schedule is messed up 😂 I'm going to remember your words and repeat them to myself every day :D

[otherearthsoutthere]

You took a leap of faith and you landed the job! I’m so proud of you ❣️
My oldest son is a NICU nurse and middle son is a pathologist. Both said that the schooling was grueling, but worth it. Best of luck to you. Keep us updated.

[popkin16]

Thank you 😭 That means a lot to me.

I'm hoping the "worth it" part is true lol. I'll keep at it, though it may be slow going...