matthew.eby1 Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Not sure if anyone has stumbled across what I've found. Because I've looked at the National Health Care Corp thingy or whatever the acronym is. I'm over 30 so it says i can't do it. Now there's something with the USPHC, that is United States Public Health Corp. Click on the link for Indian Health Services once you navigate there because if you're willing to relocate and in this case work with American Indian populations you can get $20K paid off per annum on student loans. You need to start off with a 2 year committment, which would knock off $40,000 of your loans and then you can opt to extend for more service continuing to get $20K per year towards loans. Pretty good I think. Again, if you're willing to relocate. They have huge list of potential sites. You still get modest pay as a gov't employee (not as high as civilain pay at first) plus you would get 30 days off per annum just like any other branch of Uniformed Services like military. I believe you can living assistance stipends as well. (i need to double-check). So for those of you that r willing to just take out as much dough as u need to support your families while in PA school. Go for it. And then u can prep you're family for an eye-opening adventure serving underserved populations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just_me Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Ive read about this...its the US Public Health Services Commissioned Corps and its one of 7 uniformed services (for those that didnt know there were 7: Army, AF, Corps, Navy, CG, USPHCC,and theres another that I keep forgetting) http://www.usphs.gov/default.aspx The benefits are the same as any other branch....although it makes no mention of the GI Bill, student loan repayment or any sign on bonuses...... Commissioned Corps benefits are generous. They include: Competitive starting pay that increases with promotions and years of service Health care and dental care at no cost Tax-free housing and meal allowances Thirty days of paid vacation per year—beginning the first year Paid sick leave Paid maternity leave Paid Federal holidays Malpractice insurance coverage A retirement plan with benefits eligibility beginning after 20 years of service Thrift Savings Plan [retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k)] Low-cost life insurance Low-cost health care for your family Indian Health services is one of the agencies in which they serve and they have loan repayment AND scholarship opportunities http://www.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=Jobs here are the other sites and agencies in which they work http://www.usphs.gov/aboutus/agencies.aspx#7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delco714 Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Well I do know the NHSC gives $1300/mo stipends (before tax) if you sign up and get accepted during/right before school. They also offer loan payment where you apply when you graduate. I'm looking into the nhsc in ny. I live at home 15 mins from campus, so that 1300 makes my chops wet. (I forgot to mention the nhsc pays up to 50k in tuition and fees per annum up to 4yrs). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLReed Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Well I do know the NHSC gives $1300/mo stipends (before tax) if you sign up and get accepted during/right before school. They also offer loan payment where you apply when you graduate. I'm looking into the nhsc in ny. I live at home 15 mins from campus, so that 1300 makes my chops wet. (I forgot to mention the nhsc pays up to 50k in tuition and fees per annum up to 4yrs). Well you already missed the scholarship deadline for this year. Loan repayment is always an option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn1122 Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Not sure if anyone has stumbled across what I've found. Because I've looked at the National Health Care Corp thingy or whatever the acronym is. I'm over 30 so it says i can't do it. They have an age limit?!? The audacity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMSArtist Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 @matthew.eby1 I actually grew up w/ my dad in USPHSCC. One thing to note is that many areas that the IHS serves are very remote/lacking in basic services/decent grocery stores/adequate school systems etc. This route can be rather difficult for families. It is however good work and needs good people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastar Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Where does it say there's an age limit? I'm a current NHSC scholar and have a blog about the NHSC and I have never heard of that before. Do have the web address? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRivas2004 Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 How can i find a more detailed list of places to serve? In Florida specifically Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLReed Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 How can i find a more detailed list of places to serve? In Florida specifically It is important to note that you can work for IHS without being part of the USPHS and vice versa. However, many PAs in the USPHSCC are assigned to IHS. Here is a map of USPHSCC duty stations for health service officers (health service officers include PAs and other healthcare workers like podiatrists): http://www.usphs.gov/multimedia/dutystationmap/HSO/default.aspx here is a list of IHS sites: http://www.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=AreaOffices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
istat2 Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 Ive read about this...its the US Public Health Services Commissioned Corps and its one of 7 uniformed services (for those that didnt know there were 7: Army, AF, Corps, Navy, CG, USPHCC,and theres another that I keep forgetting) http://www.usphs.gov/default.aspx The benefits are the same as any other branch....although it makes no mention of the GI Bill, student loan repayment or any sign on bonuses...... Commissioned Corps benefits are generous. They include: Competitive starting pay that increases with promotions and years of service Health care and dental care at no cost Tax-free housing and meal allowances Thirty days of paid vacation per year—beginning the first year Paid sick leave Paid maternity leave Paid Federal holidays Malpractice insurance coverage A retirement plan with benefits eligibility beginning after 20 years of service Thrift Savings Plan [retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k)] Low-cost life insurance Low-cost health care for your family Indian Health services is one of the agencies in which they serve and they have loan repayment AND scholarship opportunities http://www.ihs.gov/index.cfm?module=Jobs here are the other sites and agencies in which they work http://www.usphs.gov/aboutus/agencies.aspx#7 NOAA is the last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HLReed Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 @matthew.eby1 I actually grew up w/ my dad in USPHSCC. One thing to note is that many areas that the IHS serves are very remote/lacking in basic services/decent grocery stores/adequate school systems etc. This route can be rather difficult for families. It is however good work and needs good people. What was and/or is your father's profession, if you don't mind me asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMSArtist Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 @HLReed - general practitioner MD for the first 10 years then psychiatry. Now retired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delco714 Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 They have an age limit?!? The audacity. I can apply for next year. You have to work for them for as many years as they pay for you, minimum 2 years. Good thing my program is 3 yrs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastar Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 Can someone please tell me what in the world this age limit idea is?? I seriously have no idea what you are talking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
just_me Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 In regards to the National Health Scholarship I suppose no one knows exactly what the age thing is about....I certainly dont. Didnt see anything on the site about it.... Can someone please tell me what in the world this age limit idea is?? I seriously have no idea what you are talking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastar Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 In regards to the National Health Scholarship I suppose no one knows exactly what the age thing is about....I certainly dont. Didnt see anything on the site about it.... Okay, that's all I really wanted to know. I'm trying to keep all the facts straight, and I was very confused. Thanks for your reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain1028 Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 NHSC Scholarship: Capricious Vague Like wining the lottery Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastar Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 NHSC Scholarship: Capricious Vague Like wining the lottery That may be true, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's not worth trying for those who really want to work with the underserved anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bosox2k1 Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 For the IHS, is it realistic that you'd get 60-70k on top of the 20k per year towards your loans? Or is the 60-70k too much to expect? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delco714 Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 That may be true, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's not worth trying for those who really want to work with the underserved anyway. I would think that working in an underserved area for a few years could make you a better healthcare prover in the long run (in mores than 1). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RRivas2004 Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 From the map it looks like there is a site here in south florida, and one in the keys. But they would probably relocate you to where ever they felt there was the greatest need am I right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EMSArtist Posted June 29, 2010 Share Posted June 29, 2010 I know IHS does it by need/open positions - This can work out really well and you can end up in awesome places, but you can also end up in some holes too... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthew.eby1 Posted June 29, 2010 Author Share Posted June 29, 2010 Hey, I'm glad I wrote this thread because I like the NHSC thing but THOUGHT I read that on their site about there being 30 as cut-off. I was pissed because i'm 31. So you've given me new light. I've been trying to get on the NHSC site all day. Go figure, there's something up with that site, i can't connect to it......I'll write back again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peacebubble03 Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 Hey there! I was just wondering if you do the NHSC Loan Repayment program for the 2 year committment do you get a stipend or a salary on top of the $50,000 that you would get knocked off the student loans? Or is it just $50,000? Any help would be appreciated! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lastar Posted July 8, 2010 Share Posted July 8, 2010 If you do the loan repayment program for 2 years, the $50,000 is paid by the NHSC to pay back loans and your salary is paid by your employer (it says on the NHSC website that the loan repayer works out their salary with their employer). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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