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COVID-19 capsizes the physician job market: Trends you should know

Medical residents and fellows entering the job market call physician recruiters with “triple the angst” of pre-pandemic days. Learn more with the AMA.

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Credentialing 101: What medical residents need to know

For physicians preparing to move from residency training to practice, getting an early start on the credentialing process can pay major dividends.

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Where to practice after residency: Your specialty can tell the tale

Learn how the specialty in which you are training can be related to where you practice following the completion of your residency.

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Medical residents: 4 questions to keep in mind for your job search

The job market may be altered but for residents starting to weigh options, these questions offer a good baseline of how to start your job search.

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Pandemic significantly alters job market for residents, fellows

Months ago, first-time entrants into the physician job market had abundant opportunity. Then the pandemic decreased patient volume and demand.

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What to know before signing your 1st physician job contract

Physician contracts can be complicated. Learn why it’s wise to seek help from an attorney with the right expertise before writing out your John Hancock.

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IMGs: Heed these 4 tips to pursue academic medicine career

These four tips can help IMG residents make a smooth transition to working as a faculty member in an academic setting.

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Relocation bonus after residency: What to expect, what to ask for

Relocation compensation in your first physician job after residency training is almost a given. Learn what’s usually covered and watch out for these wrinkles.

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Physician contracting: Job duties and liability insurance

Learn from the AMA about negotiating your job duties as part of your employment contract, and also about liability insurance.

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