When physicians are in residency and fellowship training, and that final year starts to creep up on them, their minds start reeling about the task ahead: finding that perfect job. It can be daunting knowing that this process is going to take up much of your free time (to the extent you have any to begin with), and knowing that the employers have done this thousands of times, and you’re just learning about the job search process. It’s easy to feel like you will end up with the short end of the stick. In embarking on the job search process, keeping a few simple tips in mind can go a long way. First, it is crucial that you have a firm grasp on what is important to you in your next job. For many physicians, the market can be flexible and may include great perks. But you can’t take advantage of those perks if you don’t have a thorough understanding of what aspects of an employment arrangement are most important to you. Second, it is important to realize the power of obtaining more than one job offer. By locking down at least 2 contracts, you can gain enormous leverage, and you will be able to clearly see what the market has to offer. Third, you have to guard your legal interests. The employers have attorneys hard at work making sure they operate within their budget and with an acceptable amount of legal risk, and so should you. Finally, you must delve into the specifics of a potential employer to gain a close understanding of any hidden concerns. The last thing you want to do after completing your training is walk into a practice or hospital department that is suffering under failed leadership or struggling financials.
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