Career questions tagged physicians-assistant
How do I know which school is right for me?
One of the schools I've been accepted to is direct admit into the PA program, but it's not my number one choice. I'm not sure what to major in at other schools in order to apply for their PA programs.
What is one piece of advice for someone currently studying to become a physician assistant?
I am currently a student in community college; I am transferring next fall to earn my bachelor's degree in health science or a related major. Please share your best pieces of advice that have helped you in either school or your career.
What is the best way to stand out in becoming what is the best way to stand out when pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant? Physician Assistant?
I am currently a sophomore at the University of Houston, and I have wanted to become a Physician Assistant (PA) since middle school. I sometimes feel behind in my journey, but I know everyone has their own path and timeline. I am wondering what I can do to stand out among other students as I work towards getting accepted into PA school.
As a high school student who wants to be a physician assistant what are some good volunteer opporutunities?
I'm looking for volunteer opportunities that will help me become a physician assistant!
What are some things I can do outside of school if I want to be a physician assistant?
My dream job has been to be a physician assistant for a while now and I have been trying to look into things that I can do outside of school to help benefit my education or college applications. I tried volunteering but I was told I had to wait a couple of months because my age doesn't make me eligible. What can I do??
Pros and cons for Physician Assistant as a job?
I don't think I have the drive to pursue an actual PhD so I looked into alternatives and PA happens to be one of them. Any pros and cons I should be aware of?
Did your passion for a Physician Assistant change after a few years?
What was the biggest obstacle in this field? What classes did you take in high school that helped in this field?
Did you have to pivot and go back to school at a later date? As a Physician Assistant.
Did you shadow another professional in the field? Did you join any school clubs related to your current profession? Was there a particular subject you struggled with during your school years? What skill sets did you learn or gain while pursuing your career?
Hello! My name is Tran and I am a current high school student. I'm conducting an interview with any professional in the Pediatric Physician Assistant field for a Foundations in Health Science Class project about careers! I have created a total of 13 questions. Comment on this post, answering all 13 questions to be a part of my assignment.
1. What profession did you choose as a Physician Assistant? Why 2. How many years of college did you need to go through? 3. What jobs did you work before you landed your present professional job? 4. How can I decide if I should earn a Ph.D. in this field? 5. Were you in a college program?
What are two pro and cons as being a physician ? Do the cons outweigh the pros?
Aisha, age 19
What do I need to do to be a Pediatric Physician?
I am hard working, love kids, loving helping people and being active. #medicine #physician #doctor #medical #physicians-assistant
What is the difference between Family and General Physician and Internist?
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What are the requirements to become a physician assistant?
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Have you ever gotten in a disagreement with a colleague over the management of a patient? How did you handle it?
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Best PA Programs
What are the best physician assistant programs in the US #physicians-assistant
Can I Get Some Info About Education Beyond A Bachelor's?
I really want to be a nurse or PA in a specialized field (Hematology), but I can't find a lot of helpful information from Google when I'm looking at education that goes beyond a Bahelor's degree. I need more information, preferably from a Hematologist or Hematology nurse, caseworker, etc. Please help me find more information about the education of the typical Hematologist's PA or nurse. I'd appreciate it, thanks!! #hematology #hematologist #physicians-assistant #PA #nurse #nursing #students-interested-in-career-as-physician-assistants #physicianassistant #physician-assistant #advice #college-advice #college-prep #healthcare
What else can international physician work in USA without USMLE?
I have international medical degree and 7years experience but want to work ASAP #nurse #physician #nurse-practitioner #medical-research #physicians-assistant #clinical-research #medical-assisting
After completing a physician assistant graduate program, what is the entry pay?
Looking ahead, my plan is to be a physician's assistant. How busy are their lives coming out of graduate school and entering the work force? How's the transition? Is starting a family challenging during this phase of life, or is it manageable? What is the entry pay just starting out? Does the pay raise? If so, by how much and how long? #hospital #physicians-assistant #sports-physician #family-practice
Where should I look to volunteer to gain good experience for my resume to apply to a Physician Assistant graduate program?
Most graduate schools require the potential student to have observation hours. What is the easiest way to gain those? What are other volunteer jobs that would look good on a resume? How should I contact a potential working PA to ask if I can job shadow them? Is job shadowing enough? So, in the end: where should I be looking, and how do I go about doing so? #doctor #nurse #graduate-school #physicians-assistant #job-application
What are some career options that can be pursed with an allied health major (major designed for further education in the medical field) after graduation?
I am a sophomore college student, pursing an allied health degree, with hopes of becoming a Physician assistant. However, after graduation I don't know where to go to pursue a good job before or attending graduate school. #physical-therapist #physicians-assistant #career-planning
I would like to become a physician assistant. Which classes should I consider taking in undergrad school?
I would like to become a physician assistant and I'm not sure which classes to take in undergrad school in order to prepare. #medicine #medical-education #physicians-assistant #family-medicine
What is the best major for someone wanting to be a physician's assistant?
Also I am a little confused by come of the requirements for the career as I have been told it is vigorous to get into some programs and requires a lot of volunteer hours. #college-major #physicians-assistant
PA or Nurse Practitioner?
Of the two which one has a more appealing/promising career path in the next 10 years? #nurse-practitioner #physicians-assistant
Daily tasks of a PA?
Wondering what a day looks like for a physician assistant in both hospitals and offices. #healthcare #hospital #physicians-assistant
Should I go for Physician Assistant or to be a Dental Hygienist
I am going for a bachelors degree but I am debating on which one to take. What do you think would be the best choice to a successful future? My heart is leaning more towards Dental Hygienist, however, in the state I currently live in, they do not have enough clinics for dental hygienist so the competition here is really tough. On the other hand, to be a Physician Assistant is more complicated in my perspective, a lot more difficult subjects to take but they have positions here for the job. #psychology #nursing #healthcare #physician #dentistry #japan #dental-hygienist #physicians-assistant #dental-hygiene
What are the best pre-requisite courses to take (as in types of sciences, maths, etc.) in order to prepare for a medical career?
I specifically want to become a radiologist technician, physician assistant, or registered nurse. I am the youngest of my family, and I want to be the first to attend a university. I need all the help I can get to ensure my success in the future. Thank you very much. #medicine #university #registered-nurses #scholarships #physicians-assistant #radiology
Do I have to take an exam to get accepted into a Physician assistant program? What is the application process like?
Really interested in the medical field #people #application #physicians-assistant #professionals #programs
Can you have a career as a Physician Assistant outside the United States?
I am a Biology Major, currently attending Florida Atlantic University. I plan to attend a PA program after I graduate college. I would like to work in a developing country, ideally somewhere in Africa. I was recommended to join the Peace Corps, however, I know little about it. Any thoughts? #jobs #physician #physicians-assistant #medical-assisting #peace-corps
How do I become a Physician Assistant in the Navy?
Does the Navy have PA programs? Or do you join the Navy after graduating from a PA program? I am still in college and was just wondering what options I might have with a career as a Physician Assistant. #college #medicine #pre-med #physician #physicians-assistant #united-states-navy
Should I double major at the same time or finsh one of them first?
I am interested in two majors, however, they are completely different fields. I want to become a teacher, but also a PA in the future. Many advisors have told me to choose one for now, but how do I decide which one. Help! #educator #double-major #physicians-assistant