#MyBestMoments Campaign - Lynda MacDonald, Porter, Diagnostic Imaging

In our #MyBestMoments campaign staff and physicians from across our hospitals and community sites share the moments that have mattered most to them in their careers at Lakeridge Health. Read Lynda's story below.

If I had to think of one reason why Lakeridge Health is a great place to work, it would be the interactions I’ve had with our patients over the years. It has always been my goal to give them the best of me and what I have to offer – no matter what the day has brought my way. Being the happy face that cheers them up has always been the highlight of my day, and over the many years I’ve spent here, I’ve been fortunate enough to meet many wonderful people.

I began working as a student at Dr. J.O Ruddy Hospital (now known as Lakeridge Health’s Whitby Hospital) back in 1981, and I am here 41 years later!

With the transition to Lakeridge Health and due to the unfortunate fire in Whitby in 2007, I have held many different positions, such as working in more than three cafeterias, being a Service Associate in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), being a greeter at the front lobby of Oshawa Hospital, and my current job as a Diagnostic Imaging Porter at the Bowmanville Hospital.

I’ve made a lot of memories here that I will never forget. The teamwork and comradery at Lakeridge Health are second to none, and to anyone starting their career here – you’ve made a great choice.

To those of you who want to join our team, Lakeridge Health is an employer that is dedicated to developing their staff and preparing them to be the best they can be, so they can put their best foot forward. At the end of the day, you’ll be able to go home and feel like you’ve made a difference.

My journey here has been a memorable one, and I look forward to being here every day!