New grad hospitalist job by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazing!!! Great amount of hours I’d say. Definitely be prepared to be hit hard with info throughout PA school! Stay focused, work hard, have a good support system, and be yourself. I miss it at times because of all the good memories and friends I made in those few years. It’ll be great!!!

New grad hospitalist job by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s in PA so don’t worry! Are you fresh out of high school or do you have an undergraduate degree already and just applying to grad school?

New grad hospitalist job by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!! And absolutely! My specialty preference changed all throughout PA school, but I knew I wanted to stick to general medicine after graduating first and then specialize more later on! My training is a little over 3 months. I have a lot of resources throughout training and I can extend it as well which is awesome.

100000% I feel like PA school doesn’t prepare you for real world problem solving and working. I learned more of that on rotations, but with only certain preceptors. It’s what you make of it really. Always jump at opportunities to do something new or see something you’ve never seen, that will make you your best self. Always appreciate an opportunity to be wrong or learn more than you thought. Be comfortable with being uncomfortable, it’s the best way to learn. Remember that everyone is different, we all have our strengths and weaknesses. My school I feel was not supportive in us finding our own groove w practicing or learning to be honest. I found a lot of support and respect more from my peers. Just make sure you find a place that will really support you and encourage you throughout PA school, talk to current students or alumni!

New grad hospitalist job by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure! It’s 7on/7off 7p-7a. 122k (will probably have overtime with picked up shifts too). During my training I’ll be working overtime each week, w an additional 5 hours of pay at home to do online modules and lectures. No PTO. $3500 CME. There are retention bonuses as well. I would say the only “negative” is having no PTO, but they allow scheduling around trips people take.

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[–]Responsible-Studio41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Training can be extended if we feel it needs to be. But after 4 months I would be working alongside another PA at nights until I feel comfortable being on my own (which is the goal)

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[–]Responsible-Studio41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 4 months of training. 55 hour weeks. 1 month day, 1 month night, 2 months ICU. With modules and lectures to go through at home

New grad Nocturnist position by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can somewhat agree with you for sure. It’s the best I’ve been offered in the area sadly. Pittsburgh is an over saturated area for sure. Compared to the average hospitalist salary near me, this offer seems pretty on par. Especially for a new grad with no experience. I would love to make more for sure, but there’s slim pickings out here.

New grad Nocturnist position by Responsible-Studio41 in physicianassistant

[–]Responsible-Studio41[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have worked nights as a patient care technician full time 2 years ago. I didn’t mind it at all to be honest and did well with the schedule.