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Job offer as a PA near Syracuse in FM - drpepper4u - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Any input would be appreciated. Would this look good on my CV next year if I really wanted IM? I don't know what else to do because I am not matching this year. I know it!
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Also I cannot apply to residency programs in NY due to restrictions.
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Are you qualified to practice as a PA? There are PA schools, residencies, licensing, just as MDs. Have you done that?
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Well apparently I won't be a licensed PA but I will be doing what PAs do. I won't be able to prescribe medications. It's just like being a medical student all over again but as a assistant to the physician. I assumed its a good hands on experience right? But it's for a FM clinic
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Sorry I just realized I called it a "PA" causing confusions. I should have quoted it. I won't be a real PA. Just a "PA" or AP (assistant to the physicians)
Thanks for your input
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Ah. I would think any clinical experience is a plus. Maybe you can get a good letter too.
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Thanks blueamg! I hope this job goes through. Nothing has gone through for me but I hope this does so I can match next year.
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
I have to say blueamg, u are unlike most AMGs that I've encountered during interviews. The majority view IMGs as lepers who keep contact at a minimum.
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
Medical Assistant
0 - ArchivalUser - 12-27-2013
@nrmp201: I think that's a better job title. They told me "PA" but MA is a better job description.