Part Two
The look had been slightly different from the one that he wanted; it wasn't surprise or shock, more of disappointment.
There were a few new faces amongst the crowd, which was to be expected. After all, someone had to have replaced him and he was replacing someone.
He decided that the silence was lasting too long, "Umm is someone going to introduce me or will I just let them form an opinion by looks?" he was eyeing up the young guy at the back he was new and looked like someone he could get along with.
The silence continued.
"Ok then. my names Dave Malucci, I used to work here before SHE fired me," he accented the 'she' bit to show Kerry that he was still hurt by her actions. "I'm the new peds doctor and also on call for anyone who needs my help. Alright, introduction over, I'll be in the lounge".
With that, he walked off; hurt that no one was happy at his return. "Still," he thought "after they see how much I've changed maybe they will be less icy."
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He stuffed his belongings into the first empty locker he could find, not caring that it would remain unlocked for the rest of his shift.
He had decided after the initial reception to just stay quiet, answer any questions as fully as possible and above all else, keep out of the Chief's way.
Flicking through the charts as usual looking for something more interesting than a yeast infection he noticed the new bloke standing behind him. "Here we go," he said to himself as he turned to face him.
"What?" he had sounded more defensive than he had meant, but it was done. He just hoped that he hadn't put, what was his name.? 'Pratt' it said on his badge. He smiled inwardly, "I hope he doesn't live up to his name."
"Nothing, I was just wondering would you did to piss off Weaver so much that she fired you." Pratt had a hint of admiration in his voice - someone who could annoy Weaver that much can't be that bad.
"I. I. well lets just say I got personal with a paramedic."
"Wow. so I take it she isn't happy about your return."
"Nah but I don't care, I'm here to do a job. speaking of which I think you and I have patients to see."
**************************************************************************** **************** His first patient had been a six- year-old little girl who had been complaining of stomach ache and then collapsed at school.
It was a simple open and shut case - acute appendicitis - he referred her up to the OR and went looking for a new patient.
As he approached admin, he noticed the staff gathered in large numbers. Oh God, don't they have any work to do? One question at a time he could handle, but a bunch at once was not good.
Deciding to pick the easiest target he headed in Carter's direction "Hey Carter, what's happening?"
"Oh emm MVA head on collision between a school bus and a truck."
"Need any help.?"
Before he could finish his sentence, he was abruptly halted by Kerry
"No, just keep clearing the board Malucci."
"I'm here as a peds doctor and seeing as this incident involves children, I really think I should be involved!"
He didn't give Kerry a chance to reply he just hurried outside to wait on the arriving ambulance
The look had been slightly different from the one that he wanted; it wasn't surprise or shock, more of disappointment.
There were a few new faces amongst the crowd, which was to be expected. After all, someone had to have replaced him and he was replacing someone.
He decided that the silence was lasting too long, "Umm is someone going to introduce me or will I just let them form an opinion by looks?" he was eyeing up the young guy at the back he was new and looked like someone he could get along with.
The silence continued.
"Ok then. my names Dave Malucci, I used to work here before SHE fired me," he accented the 'she' bit to show Kerry that he was still hurt by her actions. "I'm the new peds doctor and also on call for anyone who needs my help. Alright, introduction over, I'll be in the lounge".
With that, he walked off; hurt that no one was happy at his return. "Still," he thought "after they see how much I've changed maybe they will be less icy."
**************************************************************************** ****************
He stuffed his belongings into the first empty locker he could find, not caring that it would remain unlocked for the rest of his shift.
He had decided after the initial reception to just stay quiet, answer any questions as fully as possible and above all else, keep out of the Chief's way.
Flicking through the charts as usual looking for something more interesting than a yeast infection he noticed the new bloke standing behind him. "Here we go," he said to himself as he turned to face him.
"What?" he had sounded more defensive than he had meant, but it was done. He just hoped that he hadn't put, what was his name.? 'Pratt' it said on his badge. He smiled inwardly, "I hope he doesn't live up to his name."
"Nothing, I was just wondering would you did to piss off Weaver so much that she fired you." Pratt had a hint of admiration in his voice - someone who could annoy Weaver that much can't be that bad.
"I. I. well lets just say I got personal with a paramedic."
"Wow. so I take it she isn't happy about your return."
"Nah but I don't care, I'm here to do a job. speaking of which I think you and I have patients to see."
**************************************************************************** **************** His first patient had been a six- year-old little girl who had been complaining of stomach ache and then collapsed at school.
It was a simple open and shut case - acute appendicitis - he referred her up to the OR and went looking for a new patient.
As he approached admin, he noticed the staff gathered in large numbers. Oh God, don't they have any work to do? One question at a time he could handle, but a bunch at once was not good.
Deciding to pick the easiest target he headed in Carter's direction "Hey Carter, what's happening?"
"Oh emm MVA head on collision between a school bus and a truck."
"Need any help.?"
Before he could finish his sentence, he was abruptly halted by Kerry
"No, just keep clearing the board Malucci."
"I'm here as a peds doctor and seeing as this incident involves children, I really think I should be involved!"
He didn't give Kerry a chance to reply he just hurried outside to wait on the arriving ambulance