Career Resources
Effective Career Navigation Starts With Self-Assessment
One of the great, unique attributes of the PA profession is its breadth of career possibilities across the spectrum of medical, and increasingly, nonclinical practice.
PAs in Administration
For Sheri A. Shebairo, MBA, PA-C, getting to the bottom of an issue has been a driving force throughout her professional life. Her first career was as a television news reporter in New York, but she always knew she wanted to have a more personal impact on the lives of others.
Competencies for the Physician Associate Profession
Professional competencies for physician assistants include the effective and appropriate application of medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills, patient care, professionalism, practice-based learning and improvement, and systems-based practice.
PA Employer Q&A with Allegheny Health Network
Allegheny Health Network champions PAs.
Making the Case for Improving PA Utilization and Retention
Senior executive for the largest hospital system in Texas expounds on PA hiring, utilization and retention.
Employing a PA
PAs are crucial in primary care. Find out why you should hire one for your team.
Shared Medical Appointments
Tell any provider they need to see 12 patients in one hour, and the reaction will likely be a cringe, a shudder or even a chuckle. Most providers already operate […]
Clinical Preceptor Recognition Program
AAPA recognizes the hard work of preceptors through its Clinical Preceptor Recognition Program.
Distinguished Fellow Program
AAPA honors Distinguished Fellows for leadership, service, and contributions made to the PA profession.