Career Pathing and Mentorship

Mission Statement

The mission of the Career Pathing, Mentorship and Leadership Team is to open and reveal possibilities for career pathing for all DOM staff, Pitt and UPMC. It is our goal to have clear and distinct pathways for staff to build skills, expand their network, and access mentors who can provide feedback. It is our hope that our committee will uplift staff to imagine where they want their career to progress and have available the resources to begin the process.

Career Pathing

Career Pathing will work with Divisions to develop structure in research operations to provide support and guidance for career development and advancement.

Mentorship

Mentorship is the guidance provided by a mentor, matched with a mentee of like career goals, to provide support and guidance during initial phase of employment.

PF Mentorship Program

Why Mentorship

  • Encourages employee engagement
  • Supports professional growth
  • Addresses employee retention

Program Overview

  • 6 month cohorts
  • Soft, curriculum based format
  • Includes DOM, Dermatology and Family Medicine staff
  • Mentors will include a wide range of leaders

    Goals

    • Improve staff retention and job satisfaction
    • Increase promotional opportunities
    • Encourage networking and career growth

    Progress

    • Training materials have been created
    • Applications still being accepted
    • Mentors are still needed
    • Program launch October 1

    Staff of DOM, Dermatology, and Family Medicine – Are you interested in participating in the new PF Mentorship Program?

    Mentee Sign-Up
    Open to all early to mid-career DOM, Derm, and FM Staff who are looking for mentorship.
    Mentor Sign-Up
    Open to all experienced DOM, Derm, and FM staff and leaders who are interested in sharing their experiences and knowledge.

    PF Career Pathing

    • Evaluating current Divisional reporting structures
    • Navigating the pathways and providing resources for staff
    • Provide trainings on staff career development for supervisors/managers
    • Future of Career Pathing

    Team Chairs

    Nichole DeGasperi | Email
    Vicki Gamble | Email