With the shortage of nurses and health care workers, there are lots of medical jobs in Sacramento and beyond – but sometimes working conditions aren’t what they’re cracked up to be. So how can you find a work environment that’s right for you? To help you, we’ve put together an overview of some of the different work environments available in health care.

Hospitals.

When you think of health care jobs, you probably think “hospital” first. But just like a company, not all hospitals are the same. For instance, some are large, for-profit hospitals owned by big corporations, while others are smaller and run as non-profit organizations. So what does this all mean to you? Well, if you want to work in a more intimate environment, a smaller hospital might be a good place for you. If, on the other hand, you thrive in a fast-paced setting with lots of action, then a larger facility could be a better fit.

Medical offices.

Working in a medical office is another great option for health care workers, especially if you don’t want to work evening or weekend shifts, which may be a requirement in a hospital position. Some medical offices are run by a parent hospital, while others are owned and operated by a physician or a group of physicians. These work environments are typically smaller and more close-knit than a hospital environment.

Government agencies.

There are lots of different kinds of clinical and non-clinical health care jobs available within various government agencies. The benefits of working for the government are many, including good compensation, job stability and security, as well as a sense of giving back. However, government agencies tend to be very bureaucratic, with lots of layers of management involved in the decision making process, which can be frustrating for some people.

Hospice.

Hospice facilities offer care to patients who are considered terminally ill. In a hospice setting, the atmosphere is usually quiet and peaceful. There are typically no machines and family and friends are welcome at all times. Professionals who work in a hospice setting need to be strong, yet caring and compassionate as well. Because of the delicate nature of the situation, bedside manner for both patients and their families is just as important as medical knowledge and skill.

Industry jobs.

There are lots of corporate-type jobs in the health care industry. Some examples of corporations in health care include health insurance companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, health care consulting firms, and medical device manufacturers and suppliers. Positions at these companies usually don’t require direct patient care, which can be seen as a benefit or a drawback, depending on what you’re looking for.

If you’d like more information on finding a job in Sacramento’s health care industry, please contact Pacific Staffing. Through our medical staffing division – Pacific MedStaff – we can give you access to a variety of rewarding clinical and non-clinical jobs in Sacramento’s medical industry.