jpatel11 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Hi, Are there any PA out there working in a non clinical PA jobs. I just wanted to know what types of jobs can a PA get that are non clinical. I really appreciate your feed back. thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Febrifuge Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 I'm not sure I understand the question. PA is essentially, fundamentally a clinical job. I'm sure there are PAs out there who no longer practice, and possibly some of them work in areas like medical device sales or insurance or legal review... but those areas are probably better approached some other way than being a PA. PAs practice medicine. If you don't want to practice medicine, don't become a PA. An MD has a lot of flexibility as far as career paths after earning the degree; I don't believe PA has that same flexibility. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newton9686 Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Academia is the first thing that comes to mind. However a PA is an attractive candidate for any non-clinical position where precious healthcare experience would be valuable. That could be information systems, legal, research, healthcare management, etc. Yes PA is traditionally a clinical role, but so is MD and RN. It's just a matter of selling your experience and not being afraid to be told no. Doctorate degrees also help if you have the time and the means. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwelter05 Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 I am also interested in non clinical work and would love to explore other options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BruceBanner Posted October 27, 2015 Share Posted October 27, 2015 They are out there, but few and far between. I interviewed for a research assistant/coordinator job that required an RN or higher degree. Some pharma or biotech companies will hire PAs as clinical trial staff. Like mentioned above, the MD degree really affords you the most options. It's instant credibility. If you go to dropoutclub.org, all the jobs there are in investing and biotech/pharma ventures and require an MD or PhD. Also check out nonclinicaljobs.com. Again, they exist, but are rare for PAs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rk_pancholy Posted October 29, 2015 Share Posted October 29, 2015 You can definitely work in non - clinical positions and sometimes even end up earning higher salaries than a practicing PA . 1. Working in Healthcare Informatics Department You can serve hospitals as well companies like EPIC and McKesson . 2. You can apply for administrative jobs in Clinical section at higher level. I knew one person has been made a Chief of Vision in a VA Systems at Chicago 3. Wise suggestion is to complement your PA with Masters in Health Administration or MBA , that will increase your salary level. 4. Last but not least , you can contribute a lot in Medical Research and you can join any specialty group ranging from cardio vascular to orthopedics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAAdmission Posted October 30, 2015 Share Posted October 30, 2015 Look into veterinary assisted reproductive technology: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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