msusparty Posted April 22, 2017 Share Posted April 22, 2017 Hey everyone, Quick question: Is it appropriate to request a 4.5 day work week via 1/2 day dedicated admin time? Or does that come off as being lazy? I recently accepted a new position at a private practice ENT clinic. Clinic is open from 8-5 with an hour of lunch each day. I am the first non-physician provider the group has ever had, so it’s a new situation for everyone. The salary and benefits are all pretty good. My question revolves around scheduling. My schedule is completely up in the air. I am in training for 1-2 months and then I will start seeing patients on my own. I will also assist in occasional surgeries if I can bill for them in addition to the doc. Given that the schedule has yet to be determined, would it be appropriate to request to build my schedule with ½ admin time built in (that could be done at home or at the office)? The group I’m working for is notorious for staying much later than normal clinic hours, so I would greatly cherish a secure ½ day of time to take care of charts or other errands, etc. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator ventana Posted April 22, 2017 Moderator Share Posted April 22, 2017 I would say max of 7 clinical hours in an 8 hours day (and you MUST take you 1 hour lunch 0- DONT work thought it.... that is giving your labor away for free!) Most docs work a 4 day work week so they are used to hearing it! Offer a 4 day work week, for full time pay and bennies.... it is logical and easy that wa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reality Check 2 Posted April 23, 2017 Share Posted April 23, 2017 Many medical organizations are going to 4 day work weeks. It is mentally healthier and they find their providers more productive and engaged. ALL medical practice should employ NON patient time - it only makes sense. Not everything is 100% patient encounter. There are forms and clinic notes and refills and phone calls......... If you have a 10 hour work day then only 7 should be patient - one hour for lunch and 2 hours for admin/notes, etc. I struggle with this now and every employer wants more for less. To keep sanity, clarity and happiness - there has to be division between responsibilities and adequate time for those tasks. Unfortunately another reason very few want to be in Primary Care. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator rev ronin Posted April 23, 2017 Administrator Share Posted April 23, 2017 Don't accept salary. If they want paperwork done, they can pay you for your time to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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