During a rotation, if you’ve decided you’d like to work in that particular field, there are a few ways you can get your foot in the door:
- Make your interest in the specialty clear to your preceptor and any attending staff you work with.
- Show your commitment to the specialty and your desire to actively participate. This will open up the conversation for recommendations on additional resources (like helpful textbooks), and it can give your preceptor time to contact colleagues who may be hiring.
- Do your elective or preceptorship with the clinician or facility you would like to work at.
- Consider joining professional associations for your specialty to network with other PAs and learn more about the field.
For other tips, such as how to tailor your CV and cover letter to a specific position and what questions to ask in an interview, read How to Get Your First Job After Passing the PANCE.