orginazational culture

Our book defines organizational culture as "actions, ways of thinking, practices, stories and artifacts that characterize a particular organization," (pg 127). There are many examples of organizational culture in the pediatrics office I work in. The decorations alone let you know that you are in a place that is kid oriented. There are murals of hot air balloons painted on the wall, toys scattered throughout the office, even the staff wears scrubs that are geared towards kid's interests. The medical terminology that the staff uses when communicating with each other is not something that most people who don't have a medical background would understand. Even the layout of the office separates us from the patients; there are counters separating us from mingling freely with the patients and doors between the common area and the exam rooms allow for privacy when discussing concerns.