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Career Pathways expands opportunities for high-demand roles

Career Pathways expands opportunities for high-demand roles

UR Career Pathways (URCP) is opening doors to high-demand careers with a focus on 17 roles and a new LPN cohort on the way! The program provides full-time University of Rochester employees with the training and support needed to enhance their skills, while helping to fill critical positions across the University.

“The most impactful benefit has been the financial support.” —Kari Vogel

“I was amazed at the access to so many resources.” —Jennifer Murtha

Career Pathways has generously covered all my tuition at MCC, my lab kits, books, and clinical uniforms. That alone has been such a huge relief. The application process was simple, too.

Kari Vogel, Lead Physician Support Representative and Surgical Scheduler Enrolled in Career Pathways Surgical Technologist Program
Kari Vogel

Benefits

  • 100% tuition paid (no out-of-pocket)
  • Books, fees, uniforms covered
  • Eligibility for up to eight hours per week of paid release time
  • Success coaching for support

Benefits

As of this month, URCP supports more than 140 employees pursuing career advancement in healthcare positions. Here are other interesting program fast facts and benefits:

100% tuition paid (no out-of-pocket)

Books, fees, uniforms covered

Eligibility for up to eight hours per week of paid release time

Success coaching for support

Since 2022, 679 employees have applied to Career Pathways, with 319 accepted and more applications are still being processed. 46 employees have completed the program and 91% have moved into new positions at URMC. Currently, 136 employees are active participants—83% are preparing for nursing roles while the other 17% are enrolled for other positions that include surgical technologist, radiologic technologist, sleep technician, respiratory therapist, ambulatory technologist, and phlebotomist.
Since 2022, 679 employees have applied to Career Pathways, with 319 accepted and more applications are still being processed. 46 employees have completed the program and 91% have moved into new positions at URMC. Currently, 136 employees are active participants—83% are preparing for nursing roles while the other 17% are enrolled for other positions that include surgical technologist, radiologic technologist, sleep technician, respiratory therapist, ambulatory technologist, and phlebotomist.

Career Pathways at a glance since 2022

679 employees applied

319 accepted (with more in process)

46 completed program

91% moved into new positions at URMC

136 active participants

83% nursing

17% non-nursing

Career Pathways spotlights

The Career Pathways program delivers more than just guidance; it’s a transformative experience. Read what your colleagues are saying about their experience with Career Pathways:

Having a certified career coach has been helpful, as I can reach out at any point to talk about anything. I have benefited from it tremendously on my journey. My leaders also went above and beyond to adjust my work hours, allowing me to pursue my dream without sacrificing my financial stability.

Jennifer Murtha, Ambulatory Technologist III Enrolled in Career Pathways Radiologic Technologist Program
Jennifer Murtha

Other positions

Histotechnologist

Radiologic Technologist

Sleep Technician

Pharmacy Technician

Plebotomist and more

The Career Pathways program is available to current, full-time employees. Supervisor approval is necessary for participation. Explore detailed position requirements and apply when you’re ready to take the next step in your career path.

The URCP Team, Talent Acquisition, and department representatives will be available to answer your questions at the UR Career Pathways Showcase on Tuesday, October 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. near Café’ 601 at URMC. Come explore the UR Career Pathways program and discover career opportunities in high-demand positions!

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