Now that you have finally decided that the physician assistant (PA) profession is for you, we will go over the next steps that you have to take. The PA profession has been getting increasingly competitive with time, with an average of a 30% acceptance rate. When screening applicants, the admission committee looks for some…
The path to becoming a PA includes: 1. Earning a college degree with a major or coursework in science-related subjects such as biology, physiology, anatomy, and chemistry. 2. Working in a health care setting that demonstrates interest in patient care. 3. Applying to a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for…
If you are under 35, you are probably not saving a dime. According to a study by Moody’s Analytics, not only this age group not saving, their savings rate has dipped to negative 2%, meaning that they’re spending more than they have. This is the only age group that has a negative savings rate. In…
People pursuing a career as a physician assistant know that their careers are rewarding both emotionally and financially. According to Salary.com, the average physician assistant salary in the United States is $103,344 in 2018, but the range typically falls between $95,125 and $113,936. With that salary often comes a substantial amount of debt. PAs can…
With the average anticipated debt load from PA school at $75,000-$124,000, it is important that you realistic plan for how you are going to pay for your education. Funding sources vary and federal loan programs will probably form the foundation of your assistance package. Many states also offer financial aid funding. Here are some of…
Have you ever considered becoming a physician assistant or nurse practitioner AND serving your country at the same time? In the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), you can receive 100% tuition assistance while completing an eligible physician assistant education program, plus a monthly stipend in excess of $2,200 to help cover living expenses for…
Sourcing, screening and hiring Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners can be a very difficult task. PA and NP Providers are typically an integral part of any organizations ability to effectively meet patient demands and provide top-level healthcare services. At Lyle Health, we solely recruit and place Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. That is all we…
Nurse.org has ranked the best nursing schools in many states. This month we look at four states — Massachusetts, Florida, Texas and Washington — to highlight their choices for best nursing schools of 2018. MASSACHUSETTS According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Massachusetts is the second-highest paying state for nurses, behind California. Nurses make an…