Career Resources
Video: Educating Employers About PAs
Be ready to educate your current and future employers about working with PAs using these talking points.
Video: Finding Your New PA Job
From your first position to your next career move, be prepared for the job search with these tips and tools in AAPA’s Career Central.
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Locum Tenens Offers Work/Life Balance and a Fresh Start
PAs can turn to locum tenens as a full-time career alternative that allows them to take control of their own schedule, establish a better work/life balance, and enjoy a regular change of scenery.
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How PAs with High PQ Enhance Patient Care
Every PA knows continuing to develop your people skills is critical to having the kind of influence you want to have on your patients and healthcare team members. You need a high interpersonal intelligence quotient, or PQ.
PAs Help Close Gaps in Care Through House Calls
As an in-home healthcare provider, Sarah Kaplan, PA-C, is among a rapidly growing number of medical professionals who are revitalizing the once-common practice of bringing urgent and primary care services directly into the homes of their patients.
Virtual Health PAs Share Insight to Rapidly Growing Healthcare Space
Huddle’s latest Ask Me session recruited virtual medicine PAs Desmond Watt and Amanda Shelley to engage in field-related discussions with AAPA members. Virtual health, or telemedicine, is an emerging healthcare space that PAs have the opportunity to not only join, but lead.
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Why I Changed Specialties as a PA
One of the major advantages of becoming a PA is that it is relatively easy to change from one specialty to another without the need for new certification. More than 50% of PAs will change specialties during their careers, according to AAPA’s Salary Report.
Worksheet: Creating a Budget
One of the key transitions from PA program to practicing is financial. We’ve got PA-specific budget worksheets to help you make a personal financial plan.
The Top 7 Things Every PA Should Know About Virtual Medicine and Telemedicine
What do virtual medicine, telehealth, telemedicine mean? And how might they affect you and your daily practice? Desmond Watt, PA-C, president of the PAs in Virtual Medicine and Telemedicine special interest group, shares what you should know.
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.
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.
Checklist: Starting Your New Job
Congratulations! You’ve accepted the job and negotiated a solid contract. Make sure you’re
ready to start practicing with our checklist.
