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<p><strong>TITLE:</strong> NEUROHOSPITALIST AND STROKE MEDICAL DIRECTOR</p>
<p><strong>EMPLOYER:</strong> ROCHESTER REGIONAL HEALTH, ROCHESTER, N.Y.</p>
<p><strong>EDUCATION:</strong></p>
<p><strong>MEDICAL SCHOOL:</strong> QUEEN’S UNIVERSITY BELFAST,<br />
NORTHERN IRELAND (2013)</p>
<p><strong>RESIDENCY:</strong> UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO, NEUROLOGY (2022)</p>
<p><strong>FELLOWSHIP:</strong> UNIVERSITY&nbsp;OF ROCHESTER STRONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, VASCULAR NEUROLOGY (2023)</p>
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<p><strong>IN PRACTICE SINCE:</strong> STARTING JULY 2023</p>
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<p><em>Jonathan Donnelly, MBBS enjoys fencing, hiking, laying video and board games, and spending time with his wife and two cats and completed the job search with a physician immigrant visa.</em></p>
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<h5>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job?</h5>
<p>I had some very specific career goals in mind. Although my visa restricted me to certain geographic areas, I still wanted to find the kind of job I wanted to do.</p>
<h5>How did PracticeLink help you in your job search?</h5>
<p>PracticeLink offers a great filtering system that includes geographical location, subspecialty (including neurohospitalist), and importantly to me, whether or not the position will consider J-1 waiver candidates. PracticeLink also really streamlines the process so that in most cases, you can send your CV&nbsp;and a pre-made application straight to the recruiter. It was easy to send my application and arrange an interview.</p>
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<h5>Any other advice?</h5>
<p>Start looking early. For J-1 folks specifically, know your options, don’t be afraid to look at big cities, and keep your DS-2019 and USMLE&nbsp;transcripts!</p>
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Hear from Neurohospitalist and Stroke Medical Director, Dr. Jonathan Donnelly MBBS on his career path and what brought him to where he is.

The job search with a physician immigrant visa

<p>EMPLOYER: EMERGENCY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN AT LEXINGTON MEDICAL CENTER IN WEST COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA</p>
<p style="font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400;">IN PRACTICE SINCE: 2002</p>
<p><strong style="font-size: 14px;">What surprised you about your first post-residency job or job search?</strong></p>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">There are many job listings online that are not actually active.</p>
<h5 style="font-size: 14px;"><strong style="font-size: 14px;">What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their job search?</strong></h5>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">My physician job search advice is to use online resources such as PracticeLink and utilize physician recruiters who are knowledgeable about opportunities in their specific geographic area.</p>
<h5 style="font-size: 14px;"><strong style="font-size: 14px;">What was the most important factor in your search for a new job?</strong></h5>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">A stable work environment with minimal staff turnover (both physicians and ancillary staff).</p>
<h5 style="font-size: 14px;"><strong style="font-size: 14px;">How did you find your job?</strong></h5>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">The job opportunity was posted on PracticeLink. PracticeLink allowed me to connect directly with the physician recruiter for the position I was interested in.</p>
<h5 style="font-size: 14px;"><strong style="font-size: 14px;">How did PracticeLink help you in your job search?</strong></h5>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">PracticeLink allowed me to easily search for job opportunities in multiple states.</p>
<h5 style="font-size: 14px;"><strong style="font-size: 14px;">Any other advice?</strong></h5>
<p style="font-size: 14px;">The process of interviewing and evaluating a job opportunity takes much longer than one would typically anticipate. So begin a job search early. •</p>
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PracticeLink

Jeremy P. Irving was able to connect directly to recruiters and found his job by using PracticeLink's job board.

Physician job search advice

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<p>Varun Bhatia, M.D. spoke with PracticeLink about his job search.</p>
<p>EMPLOYER: HACKENSACK MERIDIAN&nbsp;JFK MEDICAL CENTER, IMMEDIATE&nbsp;CARE OF NJ, SIGNIFY HEALTH</p>
<p>IN PRACTICE SINCE:&nbsp;SEPTEMBER, 2020</p>
<h5>What surprised you about your first post-residency job search?</h5>
<p>It was pretty easy to apply through PracticeLink, and I was approached for several opportunities when pursuing hospital medicine.</p>
<h5>What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their job search?</h5>
<p>Focus on a few key factors. Location is number one, quality of life is number two, and salary/benefits are number three.</p>
<h5>How did you find your job?</h5>
<p>I applied to several jobs on PracticeLink. I got a feel for the general salary and then focused on different areas that interested me.</p>
<h5>Anything particularly unique about your job search?</h5>
<p>I am board certified in family medicine but had no interest in primary care. I wanted to pursue hospital medicine and urgent care. I was hired to work at the hospital I did residency at and become medical director of several urgent cares. On a part-time basis, I also performed home visits to keep my primary care skills alive.</p>
<h5>How did PracticeLink help?</h5>
<p>It opened several different opportunities to me and allowed me to have a variety of different positions.</p>
<h5>Any other advice?</h5>
<p>You know what will work for you. I urge people to do their due diligence and really make an informed decision.</p>
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Hear from Varun Bhatia and how he found his job on PracticeLink

Pursuing hospital medicine

<figure id="attachment_21335" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-21335" style="width: 800px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-21335" src="https://bpplplayground.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Katie-Addo-ADDO-PracticeLink-Sawicki-06-JB-scaled-1.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="534"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-21335" class="wp-caption-text">Amanda Sawicki kept an open mind through her nurse practitioner job search —and found her fit on PracticeLink.com! &#8211; Photo by Gregory Addo</figcaption></figure>
<p>Employer: Integrative Pain &amp; Wellness Associates, Williamsville, N.Y.</p>
<p>Sawicki enjoys learning, teaching and spending time with her family.</p>
<h4>What surprised you about your first post-residency job or job search?</h4>
<p>Applying to places I never thought I would work.</p>
<h4>What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their job search?</h4>
<p>Expect the unexpected. Life is funny, and sometimes you find what you’re looking for in a place you never thought possible.</p>
<h4>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job?</h4>
<p>A <a href="https://magazine.practicelink.com/what-is-work-life-balance-to-your-prospective-employer-category-physician-physician-life/">pleasant work environment</a> with my future coworkers and the ability to connect with my patients.</p>
<p><strong>How did you find your job?</strong></p>
<p>After <a href="https://magazine.practicelink.com/magazinearticles/physician-job-interview-dos-and-donts-summer-2015/">numerous interviews</a> with various other companies, I found my niche in a place I never thought possible.</p>
<h4>How did PracticeLink help you in your job search?</h4>
<p>The various job types that are offered. The ease of applying for positions and the detailed information for each position listed.</p>
<h4>Any other advice?</h4>
<p>Keep your mind open; the possibilities are endless! After expanding my search to all specialties, I can honestly say that I am truly happy in my position.</p>


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Nurse Practitioner job search

<figure id="attachment_17747" style="width: 400px;"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://bpplplayground.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2021-0903-Practicelink-Moon-Lakland-15-JB.jpg" alt="Tony Moon, M.D." width="400" height="600"><figcaption>“PracticeLink made it extremely easy to narrow down my search,” says Tony Moon, M.D. – Photo by Djamel Ramoul</figcaption></figure>
<p><strong>Employer:</strong> Lakeland Regional Medical Center Primary Care</p>
<p><strong>Residency and completion year:</strong> Family Medicine (2021)</p>
<p>Moon enjoys traveling, working out and spending time with his family. He is an advocate for lifestyle and preventive medicine.</p>
<h4>What surprised you about your first post-residency job or job search?</h4>
<p>How easy it was to use the PracticeLink website! It’s very easy to navigate.</p>
<h4>What’s your advice for residents just beginning their job search?</h4>
<p>Don’t worry about finding employment; physicians will always be in demand! One of my mentors in residency told me to first <a href="https://magazine.practicelink.com/magazinearticles/the-case-for-a-narrowing-your-job-search-winter-2019/">narrow down</a> which area of the country you want to practice in, then <a href="https://magazine.practicelink.com/magazinearticles/small-towns-big-benefits-why-physicians-choose-rural-medicine-winter-2022/">urban vs. rural</a> areas, then what kind of practice you want to be a part of.</p>
<h4>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job?</h4>
<p><a href="https://magazine.practicelink.com/think-location-when-evaluating-where-to-practice-category-physician-relocation/">Location, location, location!</a> PracticeLink made it extremely easy to narrow down my search!</p>
<h4>Anything unique about your job search?</h4>
<p>I was the first in my residency class to make a profile on PracticeLink. I ended up telling everyone how easy it was, and I started to get phone calls and emails right after!</p>
<h4>How did PracticeLink help you in your physician job search?</h4>
<p>I whole heartedly believe it was PracticeLink that made the connection between me and my future first job as a “real” doctor!</p>


How to practice preventive medicine

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<p><strong>Employer:</strong> University of Florida, Jacksonville</p>
<p><strong>Education</strong></p>
<p><strong>Med school:</strong> McGill University, Canada, 2013</p>
<p><strong>Residency:</strong> Internal medicine (2018)</p>
<p><strong>Fellowship:</strong> Gastroenterology (2020)</p>
<p><strong>In practice since:</strong> July, 2021</p>
<p>Al Khoury enjoys playing tennis, spending time at the beach and traveling.</p>
<p><b>What surprised you about your first post-residency job search? </b>There are a wide variety of jobs, from private to academics. You have to know early on what you want in your career.</p>
<p><b>What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their physician job search? </b>My advice for all residents is to start searching for a job early and contact as many people as you know and spend time emailing physician recruiters.</p>
<p><b>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job? </b>I was looking for a collegial environment and a pleasant team of physicians.</p>
<p><b>How did you find your job? </b>Through PracticeLink!</p>
<p><b>How did PracticeLink help you in your physician job search? </b>PracticeLink helped connect me to recruiters who contacted me via email and phone to help me find a future career suitable for my goals.</p>
<p><b>Any other advice? </b>Always work hard, be a team player and be easy going.</p>


Alex Khoury, M.D. shares insights into the physician job search

Emailing physician recruiters

<figure id="attachment_19957" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-19957" style="width: 782px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://bpplplayground.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Anis-Rehman-M.D.jpeg" alt="Anis Rehman, M.D." width="782" height="1006"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-19957" class="wp-caption-text">PracticeLink helped Anis Rehman, M.D., filter opportunities and apply for the job he landed. &#8211; Photograph by John Jernigan.</figcaption></figure>
<p>Residency: Cleveland Clinic Akron General (2016)</p>
<p>Fellowship: University of Cincinnati, endocrinology (2018)</p>
<p>In practice since: 2018</p>
<p><i>Rehman enjoys photography, traveling, and contributing to the District Endocrine YouTube channel.</i></p>
<p><b>What surprised you about your first post-residency job or job search? </b>During the last year of fellowship, I started searching for academic positions for endocrinology. I was surprised that there were dozens of physician job descriptions and the job application process was complicated. Several positions had their emails, where you were supposed to send a cover letter with a resume while some places were seeking an online form to be filled on their website.</p>
<p><b>What’s your advice for residents beginning their job search? </b>Residents and fellows should make a list of things that they are expecting from their first job right after training. It’s important to find a job that will fit your family’s needs, the location you’re interested in and the financial package that will pay the medical school loans. Look for colleagues and peers you will like hanging out with for most of the day; make sure you will fit in.</p>
<p><b>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job? </b>The job search can be a stressful process. However, if you have the right tools, it can be smooth. Using websites does help to make the process easy. Reading the job descriptions and learning about expectations is important.</p>
<p><b>How did PracticeLink help you in your job search? </b>I used PracticeLink to help me with the job search. I found that the website was very intuitive. I reviewed their publications on job interview, contract negotiation and general tips to succeed at the first job right out of training. I found the process to be very simple and productive. Filters help to create a shortlist, and one button—“apply now”—helped me send my cover letter and résumé to several places in one day.</p>


Physician job descriptions

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<p><strong>Employer:</strong> ICC at Ocala Regional Medical Center, Ocala, Florida</p>
<p><strong>Residency:</strong> Woodhull Medical Center, Internal medicine (2011)</p>
<p><strong>Fellowship:</strong> New York Medical College at Metropolitan, Nephrology (2017)Maimonides Medical Center, Critical Care (2019)</p>
<p><strong>In practice since:</strong> 2019</p>
<h4>What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their job search?</h4>
<p>Physician job searches are an important part of the rest of your life. Think deeply about what you want do and learn to be flexible; you might find a pleasant surprise.</p>
<h4>How did you find your job?</h4>
<p>I applied to jobs through PracticeLink. One day, my future regional medical director saw my CV there and called me and talked to me into interviewing in Central Florida. The rest is history!</p>
<h4>Anything particularly unique about your job search?</h4>
<p>I came to interview from a very large city, New York. My wife and I arrived on a Sunday and the town was quite dead.&nbsp;We were wondering if we had made the right decision in coming here.</p>
<p>The next day, I went to the interview. Once I met the people where I now work, I knew this was the place.</p>
<h4>How did PracticeLink help you in your physician job search?</h4>
<p>My CV was visible, and employers called me. I could also see what was there in the market and compare the jobs that were available.</p>


Physician job searches

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<p><strong>Employer:</strong> Siskiyou Pediatric Clinic LLP, Grants Pass, Oregon</p>
<p><strong>Med school:</strong> Rush University Medical College (2018)</p>
<p><strong>Residency:</strong> University of Illinois College of Medicine, Pediatrics Residency (2021)</p>
<p>Washburn enjoys cooking, music, reading, camping and spending time with his family.</p>
<p><b>What surprised you about your job search? </b>I was surprised by how many positions were available and how willing most employers are to interview early.</p>
<p><b>What’s your advice for residents beginning their job search? </b>It’s never too early to start. Become comfortable with the process of job searching and set smart goals for physician residency. Practice makes perfect.</p>
<p><b>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job? </b>My family’s happiness and my professional development.</p>
<p><b>How did you find your job? </b>I started searching by job type and region. Then I narrowed down jobs by criteria most important to me and my family. Being clear and upfront with recruiters was key.</p>
<p><b>How did PracticeLink help you in your job search? </b><a href="https://www.practicelink.com">PracticeLink</a> provided me with confidence that I could find a job to meet both my professional and personal goals.</p>
<p><b>Any other advice? </b>We found multiple avenues to learn more about my future employer and place of residence. It turned out that they were doing their homework on me as well. The power of personal recommendations and endorsements cannot be overstated.</p>
<p>Many employers are willing to cater to your career goals. It pays to be clear about what those short- and long-term goals might be and how they can help you accomplish them. The right job is out there waiting for you!</p>
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Trevor Washburn, M.D., sharing physician job search tips

Smart goals for physician residency

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<p>Employer: WellSpan</p>
<p>Residency: Anatomic and clinical pathology, 2016</p>
<p>Fellowship: Surgical and cytopathology, 2018</p>
<p>In practice since: July, 2018</p>
<p>Peri enjoys music, theater, movies, walking, trying new foods and spending time with family and friends.</p>
<p><b>What surprised you about your first post-residency job search? </b>The high volumes and the tight job market in my field.</p>
<p><b>What’s your advice for residents who are beginning their job search? </b>Talk to employees of the group or observe a day in the life of one of the employees to really see the ins and outs and make sure you&#8217;re networking as a physician.</p>
<p>Choose a location and job where you can potentially stay for at least a year or two, one with a supportive group where you can get second opinions if need be.</p>
<p><b>What was the most important factor in your search for a new job? </b>Proximity to my parents.</p>
<p><b>How did you find your job? </b>I used job websites, and I liked the <a href="https://www.practicelink.com/candidates">PracticeLink daily updates</a>. I mainly sent CVs and cover letters by email and made occasional phone calls.</p>
<p><b>How did PracticeLink help you in your physician job search? </b>I was able to see jobs that were updated daily and apply directly through there.</p>
<p><b>Any other advice? </b>Keep your head up. You may change jobs a couple of times or do locum tenens until you find a good fit. Then you’ll be more marketable once you have a couple years of experience. Know your worth!</p>


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