When life takes unexpected turns, it often leads us to discover new passions and opportunities. For online Health Care Administration associate and bachelor’s degree grad, Taylor M., the path to a fulfilling career in health care started with aspirations of becoming a nurse but evolved into something entirely different—health care administration. Balancing motherhood, full-time work and education wasn’t easy, but with the support of Pima Medical Institute’s flexible programs and dedicated instructors, she found her true calling. Here’s how she turned challenges into opportunities and launched a rewarding career in health care leadership.
“When I first started my journey in health care, I was on track to become a nurse. After working as a phlebotomist for three years, I quit my job focusing on finishing the last few prerequisites for nursing school. However, life had other plans. I got pregnant with my now four-year-old daughter and took a year and a half off to spend time with her. In 2020, I began to reconsider my career path. I realized that the clinical side of health care was no longer my passion; instead, I was drawn to the administration and business side. After researching various degrees, I chose the online Health Care Administration (HCA) associate and bachelor’s programs at Pima Medical Institute.
My experience at Pima Medical was incredible. Both programs’ flexibility and the support from instructors and advisors were exceptional. They fit perfectly into my busy life as a full-time employee, wife and mother. The instructors were always available and willing to assist with anything I needed. The resources provided to students, from class scheduling to financial guidance, made everything so manageable. Upon completion of my bachelor’s degree, I found a position as a Program Administrator at Baylor University Medical Center in Texas, managing the OBGYN, Hematology/Oncology and Mechanical Circulatory Support programs and residents. I am currently working full time and exploring graduate programs for Health Care Administration and Business Administration. My future goals include becoming certified in health care emergency management to effectively plan and respond to emergencies.
Thank you, Pima Medical Institute, for your guidance and support. Completing my degrees with you has been a wonderful experience, allowing me to achieve goals I never thought possible.”
Start on your journey into health care at Pima Medical Institute today! You’ll never know what can happen once you take that first step toward your future.
