Career Resources
Guide: Planning a Break From Practice
Here are some considerations for PAs who wish to take a break from full-time clinical practice.
Guide: Cover Letters
A well-written cover letter is an effective way to introduce yourself and your work to prospective employers and spark their interest in meeting you. Cover letters should be concise, lively, and tailored to each position for which you apply.
Checklist: Contract Assessment & Negotiation
Negotiate a contract that empowers you, fits your needs, and protects you. Start with this thorough checklist to assess an employer’s contract for how well it meets your needs — and to identify areas for negotiation.
Guide: Where Will You Take Your PA Career?
Here’s a list of questions you can ask yourself to help determine where your interests as a PA lie.
Video: Job Interviewing Tips for PAs
The interview is your first chance to show why you are the best candidate for the position. Our video will help you prepare for your interview and help you show off your best self.
Video: Clinical Rotations Dos and Don’ts
Make your first foray into clinical practice a memorable one – for all the right reasons! Watch our video, and then use our Clinical Rotations checklists and guides to avoid common pitfalls and set yourself up for success.
Video: Top Tips for a Healthy PA Work Life
Building a rewarding and successful PA career involves more than caring for your patients. We’ve got some expert advice in our video on how to avoid pitfalls, take care of yourself, and establish healthy relationships.
Video: Which Career Path Is Right for You?
There are so many ways to be a PA…from clinical practice in dozens of specialties to non-clinical careers in research and education. Check out our video to help you explore your options and take advantage of tools to help you get there!
Resigning From Employment
Moving on from your current job? We’ve got the guidance – and the checklist – you need on how to transition gracefully, along with tips on what to handle before your final day.
Tackling Clinical Rotations
Conquer clinical rotations! Learn common do’s and don’ts with our video and get even more helpful and detailed tips with our guide.
PA Reimbursement
Although you do not need to be an expert in PA coverage policies, you should have a general understanding of reimbursement issues.
Your Step-by-Step Guide for Starting a New Job
Use our checklist to be prepared to start practicing strong on day one.
Anatomy of a Contract
Use our interactive tool to familiarize yourself with a contract. We’ve outlined the key elements typically found in PA employment contracts and offered some advice on what to expect, ask for, and be wary of in each section.
Explaining PA Practice to Employers
Be ready to explain PA practice to potential employers and share the ways you can contribute to medical care.
Recruiters
Thinking about using a recruiter to find your next PA job? Use our checklist to vet your choice and see a list of common warning signs.