Free interactive program highlights healthcare jobs
(Paris, IL)— Horizon Health will host its second annual Operation: H.E.A.L. program on June 8–10. This free, interactive experience is designed for high school students interested in exploring careers in healthcare.
Operation: H.E.A.L. (Healthcare Education and Leadership) is a three-day program open to incoming freshmen through graduating seniors. Participants will learn about a wide range of healthcare career opportunities from professionals across various fields while taking part in hands-on activities.
The program will take place at two Horizon Health locations:
· Monday, June 8, and Wednesday, June 10, from 9 am to 3 pm, at the Horizon Health Education Center, 15197 US Highway 150, Paris, IL.
· Tuesday, June 9, from 9 am to 3 pm, at the Horizon Health main campus, 721 East Court Street, Paris, IL.
“This unique opportunity provides valuable insight into the many healthcare careers available,” said Christina Hodgson, Horizon Health Public Relations and Marketing Manager. “It offers something for everyone—whether a student has already chosen a specific career path or is still exploring their options.”
The following Horizon Health departments will offer presentations and demonstrations:
· Nursing
· Medical/Surgical (inpatient unit)
· Respiratory
· Radiology
· Laboratory
· Rehabilitation Services
· Emergency Department
· Emergency Medical Services/Ambulance
· Clinic Specialty Services
· Surgery
· Pharmacy
Hands-on activities will utilize medical training models and simulations and include:
· Medication compounding
· Sutures
· Blood draw
· Lab cultures
· Wound care
· Medical casting for fractures
· Stop the Bleed activity
· Proper use of medical assistance devices
· Ambulance tour
Horizon Health will also offer optional blood typing to help students learn their blood type (A, B, AB, or O; positive or negative).
The three-day program includes lunch each day and a T-shirt. Space is limited to 20 students. Register by May 23 at MyHorizonHealth.org/OperationHeal.
For more information, contact Kyra Graham at 217-466-4379 or kgraham@myhorizonhealth.org.
