LC8150 Posted September 16, 2021 Share Posted September 16, 2021 I am a new grad. I have received an offer letter but the terms in the offer letter seem pretty vague and the benefits aren't all clearly defined. When I asked about benefits prior to this letter I was given an answer like "yes there are benefits but due to a recent change in computer program we use, the full benefits list gets sent after the offer letter is signed". Now firstly I'm going to ask that these benefits be sent over in full before I sign but here's the info I have so far. Wondering what I should negotiate. New grad. Occupational medicine job. M-F 8-4. Sole provider at the location Salary- $115k. No bonus, rvu, or overtime pay PTO- 80 hours. Verbally stated I'd get 16 days after the first year but not mentioned in offer letter. No mention about holidays or sick days CME- 40 hours and $2000 after 6 months Health insurance- pretty vague about the various plans. Starts after 60 days employment 401k after 6 months but no company matching Verbally mentioned malpractice insurance but didn't say anything about tail and it isn't mentioned in the offer letter. I'm pretty happy with the salary. I'd like to negotiate for at least one more week of PTO but not sure it's really possible given I'm the sole provider at the location. Is CME money the same money I'd use on renewing professional memberships because I'd like to get my professional memberships covered as well as license, DEA, and all other renewal fees covered. Also of course I want to clarify about malpractice insurance and tail coverage. What do you think? Also not really sure how this goes but this is all being done electronically. Would I negotiate prior to signing the offer letter? The offer letter says to call with questions but I feel like I should send an email with my requests so they are written and clear. This offer says: "This offer is not to be considered a contract guaranteeing employment for any specific duration; and it is contingent on the successful completion of xxxxxxxxxx background investigation process, which will consist of reference check, drug screening, and criminal background checks. As an at-will employee, both you and the company have the right to terminate your employment at any time." So I'm not really sure if there will be a contract later or when to negotiate. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CXPAC Posted September 17, 2021 Share Posted September 17, 2021 Salary is pretty good for a new grad. Schedule is good for those who like "office hour" schedule. Typically people get 2-4 weeks of PTO except for the ER. $2000 for CME seems to be the new trending. Employer needs to clarify that whether the CME money covers license and membership fees. I agree with the general rule that license fees should always be covered by the employer regardless because you are utilizing license to work for the employer. I don't think it's that common that people find employers who are willing to cover 100% of health insurance now days. I think no 401K matching is a bad deal. I highly recommend you to find out whether or not your malpractice has tail coverage; probably shouldn't take a job without tail coverage. It depends on how desperately you want this job. It is your right to negotiate, but it is also your employer's right to revoke the offer. Whatever your employer promises you, you should get that into writing before you sign the contract. The statement that made at the end is basically clarifying that they can revoke the offer before you sign the contract or even after you sign the contract in case you fail the background check and due to other reasons. You also mentioned that you will be the sole provider at your job, so what is the training going to be like? It's probably something that you should ask as well. I'm definitely not an expert. This is just my very personal opinion and you should get more opinion from other more experienced PAs. Hope it helps and best of luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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