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doctors office vs. hospital
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Posted over 4 years ago I am a nursing student now, but I really want to work in a pediatric doctors office when I graduate. I'm not really sure if they would hire someone with no experience. Is it easier to get on at a hopsital or doctors office? |
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| Posted over 4 years ago Most doctors' office will use MAs rather than nurses unless it is a very arge office. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago Your best bet will be to try the M.D. offices. I dont know of any hospitals that use MA on the floor, but I know you can get a job in a pediatric MD office. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago Many Dr offices don't hire nurses because of the pay. They hire MA to do the same work for lesser pay. But there is still a possibility of getting hired into an office. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago I'm a bit old school and would advise new nurses to get some good solid hospital training and experience behind you. It builds confidence and teaches a new nurse how to prioritize and organize..You can then move out to independant work areas with alot of clinical strength and critical thinking skills behind you. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago We use MAs in the jail. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago I'd get a good foundation in a hospital doing med/surg. Most hospitals have preceptor programs for new grads.Md offices, as many have said don't pay or simply use MA's . Claire Kruszka |
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| Posted over 4 years ago My first job as an LPN out of school was in a doctor's office. After about 6 months, I went to work for a peds office. Apply and see what happens. Everybody needs to start somewhere. I can tell you, the pay won't be great. |
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| Posted over 4 years ago Thanks for all the helpful answers! |
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| Posted over 4 years ago I worked in a pediatric office right out of LPN school. The pay was less but the benefits were alot better. I truly enjoyed working there. |
