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First physician job post-residency? Get your cheat sheet now

Your one-stop shop for AMA member-exclusive resources to get your first job out of residency.

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It's not just your physician employment contract. It's your life.

What makes it into your hospital employment contract can determine whether you achieve your personal and professional goals. Learn more with the AMA.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
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Feel like an imposter physician? It won’t stop when residency’s over

Of all age groups, physicians 35–44 years old have the highest average score on measure of imposter syndrome, says a recent study. Learn more.

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Physician Health
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What should—and shouldn’t—be in a hospital employment contract

It may be daunting, but having a basic knowledge of hospital employment contract language can be hugely beneficial. Learn more with the AMA.

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3 top reasons why doctors are selling their practices to hospitals

Analysis details decade-long move toward physician employment. Learn more with the AMA about why some physician practices get put up for sale.

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Private Practices
Transitioning to Practice
Andrew Karasick, MD, Jay Kennard, MD, and Kristie Clarke, MD.
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Federal health agency careers offer physicians variety, stability

Get firsthand insight from physicians about how working for the agencies such as the FDA and CDC can open unexpected experiences and opportunities.

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Transition from Resident to Attending
Transitioning to Practice
Murad Alqadi, MD
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3 things physicians should know about nonclinical careers

High-quality patient care is at the heart of medicine, but there are nonclinical careers in which physicians can make an impact. Learn more.

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Transitioning to Practice
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Help your resident physicians meet new DEA training mandate

Easily assign and track an AMA-curated collection of courses to help residents prevent drug-overdose deaths and comply with training requirements.

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Overdose Epidemic
Transitioning to Practice
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Untangling 5 confusing terms related to physician personal finance

As a young physician, managing your finances effectively requires an understanding of these foundational concepts.

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Medical Residency Personal Finance
Transitioning to Practice
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4 keys for a physician’s first employment contract

You aced medical school. You flourished in residency. Next comes another test: deciphering your first physician employment contract.

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Transitioning to Practice