Training 2023
Training 2023: towards the future with new formats
The year 2023 was characterized by various initiatives in training at the USB. On the one hand, the focus was on visibility, i.e. increasing awareness of the USB as an attractive place to train. At the same time, the aim was to create a positive mindset towards the university hospital among the target group through exciting experiences.
Whether it was the 700 scouts who spent their cantonal day at the USB or the 180 children and young people who took part in Future Day in November: The USB training team introduced them all to the positive spirit at the University Hospital and thus created the basis for interest in future training at the USB.
Vacation pass: first insights for the youngest
As part of the Basel Holiday Pass in July, the USB offered a two-day emergency first aid course for children. This took place three times and was very well attended. The young participants were given exciting insights into topics such as first aid and resuscitation - and of course they were also able to lend a hand themselves. For many of the kids, it was their first contact with the USB - the feedback was very positive.
Daniel Uebersax, Co-Head of Training and Development
«Eine Mutter gab uns Feedback: Ihre Tochter hätte sich nie vorstellen können, im Spital zu arbeiten – seit dem Ferienpass will sie Ärztin werden. Da merkt man, dass sich der Aufwand lohnt.»
Internal career show: Training to join in
The first internal careers show at the USB took place at the end of September. 1800 secondary school students and their teachers flocked to the foyer of the ZLF. 15 professions presented themselves with many hands-on activities - these were met with great enthusiasm by the young people. The internal careers show was a great success and will be held every two years in future, alternating with the Basel vocational and further education fair.
«Am USB habe ich etwas Tolles erlebt!» – dieses Mindset sollen die jugendlichen Teilnehmenden der verschiedenen Events mit nach Hause nehmen.
Katja Schilder, Co-Head of Training & Development
IPA Basel: the first interprofessional training center in Northwestern Switzerland
In mid-October, the IPA Basel opened its doors in the Department of Internal Medicine. Created in cooperation with the University of Basel, the Bern University of Applied Sciences and the Basel-Stadt Health Education Center, it provided four weeks of training in the interaction between different professions. Medical students, prospective FH and HF nurses and physiotherapists, all in their final year of training, worked together to provide care for the patients. The model, which originated in Scandinavia, has been proven to lead to greater patient safety, reduced length of stay, improved quality and greater mutual acceptance between the various professional groups. The pilot model is currently being evaluated and may be implemented as a permanent module in the training structure at the USB.
Effectiveness of the measures
The various initiatives are already having an initial impact: for example, the USB has received a number of inquiries for taster apprenticeships following the careers show and - compared to other hospitals - is generally on the right track when it comes to recruiting nursing staff. The role of vocational trainers is also important in the discussion about the attractiveness of training: Their visibility and acceptance within the hospital should continue to be promoted - and not just with the "Future Makers" sticker that they currently wear on their badges.
