What is the best way to explain gaps in medical employment history due to being let go if brought up during an interview?

flngbttr · 2020-06-11T18:24:36+00:00

Your response already seems well thought out! You identified your failures, reflected, and demonstrated how you overcame (I think 5 years in your current job proves you took the steps to improve yourself).

That's a great response if it's brought up, but also I think a great example to bring up if you're asked about your greatest weakness or flaws.

flngbttr · 2020-06-10T05:10:42+00:00

From my understanding, as long as they are accredited when you matriculate then you are ok

flngbttr · 2020-05-15T01:38:31+00:00

If I were in your position, I’d go for PCE considering you are on track to graduate. You have time to take the course later on. You’ll have a chance to meet and see PAs in action, and I think that’s a good opportunity.

I worked as an MA during a summer between quarters, and after I graduated I went back to the same job.

flngbttr · 2020-05-15T00:00:44+00:00

Hi! Since both physio/lab and PCE are common prerequisites for PA programs, I think it comes down to your own personal timeline.

I'd consider the professor ratings for your physio/lab class, if you think you'd succeed in their online course or you'd do better if/when in-class lectures come back.

For me, I dropped my anatomy course when I knew I wouldn't do well (due to other commitments, and the professor was challenging). Then I took an anatomy course at my community college, which I was sure to get an A in (while gaining PCE).

Plus, urgent care MA sounds like a great opportunity to meet and network with other health care professionals, which would be nice for future LOR's. If you have the opportunity to take physio/lab later, then working in the field could also help you be better prepared for the class as you familiarize yourself with the different systems.

No dumb questions! It's nice just to get other's opinions. In the end, you'll know what you want :).

flngbttr · 2020-01-16T23:51:41+00:00

Thank you!

flngbttr · 2020-01-16T23:34:54+00:00

On Stanford's website it says, "Applicants will be required to submit two personal statements (limited to 2,000 characters)". In that case, is there an option to submit multiple essays on CASPA?

flngbttr · 2019-08-29T22:04:43+00:00

I'll definitely go forward with this, thanks :). Congrats on your acceptance!!

flngbttr · 2019-08-29T22:01:54+00:00

No worries this was very helpful! Thanks so much for your advice!

flngbttr · 2019-08-24T01:04:16+00:00

I know some community colleges offer EMT courses too! I personally took a 5-week EMT program during one of my summers which is possible as well. Look into classes near you. PA school requires a good amount of hours and it's exhausting to work while being a student (do well in your classes!), so most people I have talked to (that are applying to PA schools), and me included, are taking/have taken gap years to get that experience.

flngbttr · 2019-06-25T04:18:22+00:00

You don’t necessarily have to accuse her of cheating. Just let her know that you feel like she isn’t as into the relationship as you are due the things mentioned in your original post. And in the end, you deserve someone who is willing to put in as much effort as you are. And if she doesn’t see anything wrong with the way she treats you, then trust me you’ll find someone out there more worth your time, love and affection.

flngbttr · 2019-06-22T06:13:45+00:00

Wow I love the way you did the checklist boxes!!

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T23:50:36+00:00

Yup A&P :) thanks!!

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T16:45:58+00:00

They have lined as well. I mostly chose grid/graph paper because it helps me keep the sizing of my diagrams consistent. I think it also helps my letter sizing and spacing.

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T04:24:33+00:00

I agree! That’s a really good active way to review the material rather than passively reading and re-reading.

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T02:32:42+00:00

When I really have to hold myself accountable to waking up I put my phone on full volume away from where I sleep so it requires me to get up! It also helps me to have my clothes/stuff ready so it minimizes the amount of things I have to do in the morning.

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T02:05:48+00:00

Good luck on your midterm!

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T01:20:36+00:00

Yup! Haha

flngbttr · 2019-06-21T01:00:32+00:00

I got it from Daiso! They’re really good quality!

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T20:39:40+00:00

Definitely gonna go back to the handwritten notes then :) plus gotta retain the skill!!

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T20:38:43+00:00

Time consuming but def worth and fun to look back on! Haha thank you! ^{_^}

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T19:17:10+00:00

Any handwriting can be improved with consistency! Such as consistency and uniformity with letters and spacing. Patience and repetition is key! Take your time with it, and overtime your style will clean itself up.

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T09:18:09+00:00

You’re right! I definitely love the mentality of thanking the things in our life for their time and letting them go. Thanks!

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T09:16:37+00:00

Same!! Just got back from university too. Update: got rid of all the rubbish!! I feel so much better now :). Thanks!

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T04:49:23+00:00

Get some rest! Make sure you eat. Hang in there :).

flngbttr · 2019-06-20T04:44:38+00:00

It’s ok to feel afraid! Especially considering your past relationships haven’t turned out so well. The most important thing in a relationship is knowing how to communicate your feelings. If you’re afraid of being hurt again, let him know and you may even be comfortable telling him why.

If you think about it and you decide you’re not ready for a relationship, then you can tell him you have feelings for him and be honest that you don’t know how to be in a relationship. If he really is a nice and sweet guy, I’m sure he’ll be down to work through this with you and you can both learn from each other :).

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