Career patterns of physician assistants

Warner, Mary; Maio, Christopher V.; Hudmon, Karen Suchanek

doi:10.1097/01.jaa.0000430342.95024.13

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“…Those in the career regret group reported less control over their schedule than those without regret. This supports prior research showing that lack of control over one’s schedule is one of the largest predictors of career regret ( Warner, Maio and Hudmon, 2013 ; Peckham, 2015 ). Employers can help prevent burnout and career regret by accommodating individual schedules and needs.…”

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“…Control over one’s practice environment was cited as the most important contributor to practice satisfaction in both physicians ( Peckham, 2015 ) and PAs ( Warner, Maio and Hudmon, 2013 ). Elements that contribute to career regret among physicians include declining incomes, excessive paperwork, electronic health records and working too many hours ( Adams, 2012 ; Peckham, 2015 ).…”

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Career regret: an analysis of physician assistants

Sierra¹,

Rodríguez²,

Forbes³

2019

MedEdPublish

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The purpose of this study was to identify life and career variables that differ between physician assistants (PAs) with and without career regret. The information in this article may be useful to PAs and PA students in their search for a professional environment that is associated with a lower risk of career regret. Methods: A survey was emailed to 5,000 PAs nationally. Aspects of their life and careers were compared between those with career regret and those without. Results: 26.9% of respondents indicated career regret. Differences were found between PAs with and without regret on the degree of schedule control, hours worked per week, salary, work-life balance, perceived burnout, career satisfaction, advice to others considering the career, and work stability. Other elements that were analyzed were not statistically significant between groups. Conclusion: Differences in work and life aspects were found when comparing PAs with and without regret. Current and future PAs may use the information from this study to help create or seek professional environments that will be less likely to lead to burnout and career regret. Employers can also utilize the information from this research study to develop or maintain work environments that protect against burnout.

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confidence: 99%

Career regret: an analysis of physician assistants

Sierra¹,

Rodríguez²,

Forbes³

2019

MedEdPublish

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“…This model maintains proactive flexibility, an attractive and distinguishing feature of the PA profession. [13][14][15] However, the absence of formal postprofessional training in this model may limit opportunities for PAs to achieve parity within or outside clinical practice and may limit opportunities for leadership and scholarship.…”

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An Exploration into the Physician Assistant Entry-Level Doctoral Degree: Lessons Learned From Across Health Professions

Gordes¹,

Fleming²,

Kulo³

et al. 2022

J Physician Assist Educ

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This article explores current trends in the ongoing debate about transitioning to an entry-level doctoral degree for the physician assistant (PA) profession and identifies lessons learned from the disciplines of nursing, pharmacy, and physical therapy, which have already transitioned to an entry-level doctoral credential. We conducted a mixed-method study that involved an interprofessional systematic literature review and an examination of publicly available databases. Based on lessons learned from other health professions, a model for imple-mentation of an entry-level doctoral degree for the PA profession is presented here. Recommendations for the profession include establishing a clear objective for doctoral degree transition, providing flexibility for options in program delivery, and transitioning through a phased approach. Further studies are warranted to explore risks and benefits in detail and to establish PA doctorate essentials, competencies, and an accreditation plan before the profession transitions to an entry-level doctoral credential.

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“…Switching specialties is common over the course of a PA career. A study of PAs who graduated between 1978 and 1998 found that 75% changed specialties at least once during their career 2. This same study noted that PAs worked in an average of 1.95 specialty practices per decade 2.…”

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“…A study of PAs who graduated between 1978 and 1998 found that 75% changed specialties at least once during their career 2. This same study noted that PAs worked in an average of 1.95 specialty practices per decade 2. Another study found that over 4 decades, 49% of active PAs had practiced in at least two specialties, and 10% reported at least three specialties 3…”

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Career flexibility for PAs

Ward-Lev,

Kuriakose,

Navoa

et al. 2024

Jaapa

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Switching specialties is common among physician associates/assistants (PAs) and important in combating burnout. Despite this, little is known about the PA experience with switching specialties. This study sought to identify factors associated with successfully switching specialties using semistructured interviews with PAs and hiring managers. Participants reported that switching specialties was initially challenging for managers and PAs because of insufficient onboarding and unrealistic expectations, but they also reported that they were generally satisfied with long-term outcomes. Our findings suggest that PAs hoping to switch specialties may want to focus on building a professional network, identifying areas where they can highlight relevant experience, and demonstrating their intent to remain in that role. Hiring managers could benefit from considering their hiring practices and tailoring onboarding expectations for new hires.

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Career patterns of physician assistants

Abstract: Most PAs change specialties during their career, and this trait of the profession is highly valued.

Cited by 7 publications

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Career regret: an analysis of physician assistants

Career regret: an analysis of physician assistants

An Exploration into the Physician Assistant Entry-Level Doctoral Degree: Lessons Learned From Across Health Professions

Career flexibility for PAs

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