When Vicki Parisi walked through the doors of Akron Children’s for a medical assisting internship 44 years ago, she had no idea she’d never leave. Today, as she prepares to retire on Dec. 31, Vicki is reflecting on a career filled with growth, gratitude and countless memories. “I came here for my medical assisting internship, […]
Samantha finds her career path and great mentors at Akron Children’s
Samantha Bachochin of Austintown has been on quite a journey with Akron Children’s: patient, volunteer, mentee, employee. If things work out as she plans – becoming a pathologist – she’ll work for Akron Children’s her whole life. Samantha becomes a volunteer As a premedicine student at Youngstown State University (YSU), Samantha wanted to volunteer at […]
A familiar face says farewell: John Carter retires after 26 years
John Carter has been a beloved employee of Akron Children’s since 1999. On Aug. 1 he retires after 26 years. When John first came to Akron Children’s he worked in food services and then transitioned to the linen department and eventually security. “Before visitor monitors transitioned to the volunteer and visitor services team, we worked […]
