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Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics part-time for more than a year
Pros – Friendly staff, great work atmosphere, patients/customers help to make each day special and eventful, plenty of challenges to keep motivated. Near impossible to come to work without a smile.
Cons – Commuting to and from work may become tedious at times - having to pay for parking all the time and walking yet, or relying upon a bus schedule
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2013-02-26 05:09 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics part-time for more than a year
Pros – Good benefit, good people working around, my manager is very nice person, good entry level job because you will learn a lot.
Cons – People gossip all the time, some of the nurses are not that friendly, salary is slightly low
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend
2013-04-12 10:32 PDT
Former Employee – worked at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics full-time for more than 3 years
Pros – Excellent benefits. Outstanding retirement plan as well as sick leave and paid time off. Very nice hospital. Modern technology in the hospital.
Cons – It is an educational hospital so you have to be okay with teaching students and be patient to have a job here.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2013-02-03 12:53 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics full-time for more than a year
Pros – Insurance is decent for families. Location is nice.
Cons – Hours and pay are a little to be desired.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2013-01-02 10:55 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics part-time for more than 3 years
Pros – Fun and exciting experience
Great job during college
Cons – Parking is horrible, but the bus system works well
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2012-12-19 17:06 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics part-time for less than a year
Pros – My supervisor has been very flexible with my schedule. He looks to accomodate student workers and find the right hours to fulfill employment.
Cons – Overstaffing at times- makes for a slow day.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2012-12-07 11:02 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics part-time for more than a year
Pros – -Culture fosters innovation.
-Incredibly bright and talented co-workers.
-Opportunity for advancement.
Cons – -The official management structure is slightly misguided.
-In 1.5 years of working there, I have not received a pay raise (even though promised).
Advice to Senior Management – Update your management so that employees who work together and have similar job descriptions can work together, instead of trying to stretch responsibility from another department.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2012-11-12 09:07 PST
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics full-time for more than a year
Pros – Plenty of room for growth, great pay for entry level. Great environment with lots of variety day to day.
Cons – So much bureaucracy and red tape. It takes a lot for someone incompetent to be fired.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend – I'm optimistic about the outlook for this company
2012-10-04 10:06 PDT
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics as a contractor for less than a year
Pros – Good pay for job type. Friendly, laid-back atmosphere. Potential for lateral movement in the facility.
Cons – Little, if any room for advancement. Atmosphere can be too lax at times.
Advice to Senior Management – Kitchen procedure could be more universalized.
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend
2012-08-09 12:52 PDT
Current Employee – been working at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Pros – Benefits: approx $250 per month for family coverage for health and dental AND 5 weeks of vacation to start at the Proffesional and Scientific level
Cons – Union Environment makes some things difficult to achieve
Advice to Senior Management – Do a better job of maintaining transperancy
Yes, I would recommend this company to a friend
2012-05-09 05:59 PDT
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