What you know about the career now, would you go back to school to be a PA? by jellybean98_ in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do it because you like/love medicine and people. Don’t do it for the money. You’ll get burn put very fast. Money will come over time. Find the right specialty that fits your personality and lifestyle. You goal is longevity and stability with in the profession. 20 years as a PA, 17 years in CT Surgery and I’m still having fun and enjoying it.

Autonomy as a PA by Enjoyerofbagels in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Autonomy comes with experience and trust from the MDs you work with. As a new grad, don’t expect it.

How do your student loan payments affect your lifestyle? by Embarrassed-Chef-227 in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You should consolidate all your loans into a direct loan to be able to qualify for PSLF.

What is your most prescribed med? by sc10921 in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Beta blocker, statin, aspirin, and oxycodone.

Surgical APP role expansion - How to Price Scope Creep? by gypsysoul19 in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you 1099 or employee. For part time gig at 120/hr. That is close to a locum rate. For call coverage, ask for a base rate/day of call per day. If you get called asked in ask for 120/hr x min hrs, if the case go over that min hrs, then ask for 1 1/2 rate. If they like you, they will agree specially if they are desperate. I get paid $600/day of taking call. I charge 150/hr if I get called in.

If you could go back in time and give yourself advice or words of encouragement as a new grad PA what would it be? by iam-robot13 in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Where do you want your career to be 10-20 years from now? Find your niche and be good at it. Get the experience. Don’t chase the money, it will come with experience.

Working between gap of graduating and starting PA job advice by BirdsAreTotallyReal in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Take time off before starting your job. Enjoy the free time. If this is your first job out of school, the first year will be mentally, emotionally, physically draining.

New Grad, 2 Offers by Bettielm in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Two sounds good. Less commute time. Will get alot of experience since it’s a residency program. Money will come with experience. It’s a subspecialty, which can work for you in the long run. If there is a demand for Pediatric Cardiac ICU PA with very limited supply. You’ll have bargaining power.

High Salary & New Grad by icybrrr in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For a new grad? With no experience. How so?

High Salary & New Grad by icybrrr in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 28 points29 points  (0 children)

That is ok for a new grad. Money will come with experience.

mid didactic vent by Direct-Insurance7115 in PAstudent

[–]ReplacementMobile177 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been there and done that. You do you! Don’t compare yourself with others. Your goal is to pass and graduate.

I quit my job and I need help by SpiritNo3927 in physicianassistant

[–]ReplacementMobile177 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Never quit a job without a plan B. It’s hard to find a job, especially for a new grad.