KHMG Float Pool Team Extends Care Beyond the Clinic at Dayton Foodbank

Support across the Kettering Health system requires flexibility, teamwork and a shared sense of purpose. For the Kettering Health Medical Group (KHMG) Float Pool team, that commitment extends into the community.

The Float Pool is a key part of KHMG operations. Made up of front-office staff, medical assistants, licensed practical nurses and more, the team fills staffing gaps across multiple practices.

“We support offices when someone is out on leave, on vacation or when there’s an open position,” said Christina Deaton, KHMG resource staffing manager. “Our goal is to keep things moving in a positive direction, so patient care is never disrupted.”

Float Pool team members are known for their adaptability. They regularly step into new environments, work with different teams and quickly adjust to meet each practice’s needs.

“They are extremely good at juggling personalities and environments,” Deaton said. “Their level of flexibility and ability to collaborate in so many different situations is really impressive.”

Because they rotate across the system, Float Pool staff rarely work side by side. That made a volunteer outing in May at the Dayton Foodbank especially meaningful.

Twenty-three team members came together to sort and organize donated food. They checked expiration dates, assessed product quality and helped prepare items for distribution to local food pantries.

“We were taking large donations and making sure everything was safe and usable,” Deaton said. “It really opened our eyes to how much work goes into getting food to families who need it.”

The experience also provided a deeper understanding of the food bank’s role in the community. The Dayton Foodbank supplies food pantries and supports programs for seniors, children and families facing food insecurity.

“I didn’t realize before how much the food bank supports so many different programs,” Deaton said. “It was a great learning experience for our team.”

While the service work made an immediate impact, the opportunity to connect stood out most. For a team that does not often gather, the day created space to build relationships and strengthen trust.

“That connection piece is huge for them,” Deaton said. “They don’t get to see each other very often, so being able to come together like this really strengthens the team.”

After volunteering, the group gathered for lunch, continuing conversations in a relaxed setting. The time together reinforced the sense of unity that defines the Float Pool.

“They love serving the community, but they also really value that time together,” Deaton said. “It lifts morale and reminds them they’re part of something bigger.”

For the Float Pool team, the day reflected more than service hours. It was a reminder that whether in clinics or in the community, their work supports a shared purpose—to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health.

Float Pool volunteers who worked at the foodbank included: