Choosing your next clinical role can feel exciting but also overwhelming. In this episode, we break down 10 essential questions you need to ask before accepting a job offer to ensure it aligns with your values, lifestyle, and career goals. From patient loads and on-call expectations to workplace culture and compensation packages, we cover everything you need to make an informed decision.

We’ll also explore topics like provider turnover, growth opportunities, and how to evaluate training and support systems. Whether you’re a seasoned PA or just starting out, this episode will help you confidently vet any job offer to find a position that fits your professional and personal needs.

Listen in to learn how to advocate for yourself, prioritize what matters most, and set yourself up for success in your next clinical role. If you’re navigating multiple offers or feeling unsure, don’t forget to check out the decision consult link in the show notes!

SPONSORS

AAPA CAREER CENTRAL: https://aapa.org/career-central ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CREATED ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING: https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/financialadvisorforpas

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠ 

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

Jessica Boone, the visionary infertility Physician Assistant turned CEO of Fortitude Fertility Consulting, is my guest on the podcast today. Jessica is redefining the journey to parenthood with her unique blend of expertise, empathy, and empowerment. At the core of Jessica's practice is a revolutionary couple-focused approach, offering a personalized concierge experience that combines one-on-one fertility consulting with transformative online fertility courses. 

By integrating evidence-based strategies and holistic practices, Jessica’s approach to optimizing fertility is designed to restore hope, promote healing, and ensure that every step taken is a step closer to achieving the dream of parenthood. On today’s episode, Jessica describes how infertility is not a stand-alone diagnosis, but a symptom. As medical providers, we need to dive deeper into discovering what is causing fertility struggles. 

Jessica also discusses how to optimize fertility (whether or not you have infertility struggles) and what every medical provider (regardless of specialty) needs to know about infertility. Tune in today to learn how Jessica is redefining fertility care.

SPONSORS

AAPA Job Source: aapa.org/pajobsource

LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/tracybingaman

CONNECT WITH JESSICA

Website: https://www.fortitudefertility.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Fortitude-Fertility/61550486413003

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fortitudefertility

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortitude-fertility

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠  

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

In this episode, we explore the critical intersection of internet safety and HIPAA compliance for healthcare providers. With an increasing online presence on platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Sermo, it’s essential to understand how to share responsibly while protecting patient privacy. We’ll dive into practical questions to ask yourself before posting, commenting, or sharing online to avoid compliance pitfalls. Tune in to learn how to stay connected and engaged online while safeguarding your career and patients' trust.

LINKS

SERMO https://app.sermo.com:443/?sermoref=39d97a2c-f699-4f8b-b2f9-1eb131e18c75&utm_campaign=tell-a-friend 

SPONSORSAAPA CAREER CENTRAL: https://aapa.org/career-central ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

ADVANCED PRACTICE PLANNING: https://www.advancedpracticeplanning.com/financialadvisorforpas 

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠ 

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

Today on the show we’re talking all things S-E-X. How comfortable do you feel discussing sex and sexual health with your patients? Have you even considered these conversations if you work in a speciality like cardiology or rheumatology? Where do you even start?

My guest today is Aleece Fosnight, a PA with experience in urology, gynecology, pelvic health, gender affirming care, sexual medicine, and sexuality counseling. In 2020, she opened her own private practice, the Fosnight Center for Sexual Health, in Asheville, NC to provide a bio-psycho-social approach to sexual health.

Sexuality and sexual health is integral to our overall health and well-being. We all deserve to have high-functioning sexual health. As medical providers, we have the opportunity to guide patients along this journey. 

If you don’t talk about sex with your patients, are you really providing holistic care? Show patients you care about them as a whole person by discussing their sexual health concerns in a positive and supportive manner. Aleece walks us through how to have these conversations and how we can negate the shame and stigma many feel around sex. 

SPONSORS

AAPA Job Source: aapa.org/pajobsource

LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/tracybingaman

CONNECT WITH ALEECE

Website: https://fosnightcenter.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fosnightcenter

https://www.instagram.com/sexmedpa

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleece-fosnight-85646375

RESOURCES

International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health: https://www.isswsh.org

Sexual Medicine Society of North America: https://www.smsna.org

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠  

LINKS

EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

If you’ve been following along in our money series with special guest PA Sarah Miller, we’ve covered the basics of investing - why, how, and where. But what’s the final goal? What are we investing for?

For most of us the answer is retirement. But in order to retire, we need a big enough nest egg to be financially independent. In today’s episode, Sarah explains what financial independence is and how it relates to the FIRE movement. She also tells us what number we need to aim for in order to reach FI and be able to be work optional. 

Sarah is a personal finance nerd who learned about finances and investing from an early age from her father and grandfather, who both spent their careers in the corporate finance world. As an adult, Sarah immersed herself in the personal finance and FIRE spheres, learning from top experts. Sarah is my personal go-to for all financial questions, and she’s here to share her knowledge with all of you!

SPONSORS

AAPA Career Central: aapa.org/careercentral

CREATED COLORFUL CONSULT: https://createdcolorful.myshopify.com/discount/TRACY 

Code: TRACY⁠ 

CONNECT WITH SARAH

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-miller-pa-va/

RESOURCES

Previous episodes in Back to Basics Money Series: 

283: Back to Basics: Meet Sarah

287: Back to Basics: What Actually IS Investing?

290: Back to Basics: Traditional versus Roth - What’s the Difference?

293: Back to Basics: The Best Investments for Long-Term Success

ChooseFI: https://choosefi.com

JL Collins: https://jlcollinsnh.com

The Bogleheads Guide to Investing 

The White Coat Investor: https://www.whitecoatinvestor.com

Physician on FIRE: https://www.physicianonfire.com

Amanda Holden - Invested Development: https://www.amanda-holden.com

Liz Thames - Frugalwoods: https://frugalwoods.com

Jamila Souffrant - Journey to Launch: https://journeytolaunch.com

Tiffany Aliche - The Budgetnista: https://thebudgetnista.com

Mad Fientist: https://www.madfientist.com

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠  

LINKS

EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

In this episode we dive into Sermo, and their new exclusive online community for Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). Learn how this secure platform fosters professional networking, offers paid survey opportunities, and provides valuable tools like the world's largest drug ratings database. 

Discover why Sermo’s focus on Advanced Practice Providers makes it a unique and supportive space for career growth and collaboration. We’ll also explore how being active in Sermo can help you earn extra money and maximize your experience in terms of connection and networking. 

Tune in for an honest review of Sermo and actionable tips for leveraging its resources to thrive in your career!

SERMO $20 LINK https://app.sermo.com:443/?sermoref=39d97a2c-f699-4f8b-b2f9-1eb131e18c75&utm_campaign=tell-a-friend 

SPONSORSPA JOB SOURCE: https://aapa.org/PAJobSource 

NEGOTIATION CONSULT: https://www.tracybingaman.com/negotiation-consult 

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠⁠ 

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠
⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠

Struggling to get quality sleep? In this episode of The PA Is In, we’re diving into the importance of a consistent evening routine and how it can transform your sleep, health, and overall well-being. From tips on limiting blue light exposure to establishing a calming wind-down ritual, Tracy shares her personal nighttime routine and actionable strategies to help you wake up refreshed and ready to tackle the day. Prioritize your rest and set yourself up for success—tune in to create your ideal nighttime routine today!

LINKS

Magnesium for Sleep

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

SPONSORSAAPA CAREER CENTRAL: https://aapa.org/career-central ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CREATED COLORFUL CONSULT⁠⁠: ⁠⁠https://createdcolorful.myshopify.com/discount/TRACY⁠⁠  

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠ 

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

Now that we’ve covered the importance of investing, types of retirement accounts, and the difference between Traditional and Roth, we’re moving on to discuss what to actually buy inside these accounts. What should you be investing in? How do you choose your investments? Sarah is here to teach us about index funds, how to interpret expense ratios, and the difference between dollar cost averaging and lump sum investing. 

If these terms are foreign to you or sound overwhelming, do not fear! Today’s episode is all about breaking down investing into manageable, easy to understand steps that you can start implementing today. 

Sarah is a personal finance nerd who learned about finances and investing from an early age from her father and grandfather, who both spent their careers in the corporate finance world. As an adult, Sarah immersed herself in the personal finance and FIRE spheres, learning from top experts. Sarah is my personal go-to for all financial questions, and she’s here to share her knowledge with all of you!

SPONSORS

AAPA Job Source: aapa.org/pajobsource

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ 

CONNECT WITH SARAH

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-miller-pa-va/

RESOURCES

Previous episodes in Back to Basics Money Series: 

283: Back to Basics: Meet Sarah

287: Back to Basics: What Actually IS Investing?

290: Back to Basics: Traditional versus Roth - What’s the Difference?

ChooseFI: https://choosefi.com

JL Collins website: https://jlcollinsnh.com

JL Collins book: The Simple Path to Wealth 

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠  

LINKS

EPISODE BLOG POST https://www.tracybingaman.com/blog

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠

SUPPORT THIS PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepaisin/support

I’m unpacking my biggest career regrets. Things about my career as a physician assistant (now physician associate) that I’ve never shared before.

Want to land a raise in 2025? This episode of The PA Is In dives into the three essential steps to confidently negotiate a salary increase as a Physician Associate. Learn how to set clear compensation goals, craft a strategic approach to your conversations, and specific strategies to turn negotiation into collaboration. 

Don't forget to grab your free Clinician Negotiation Roadmap at tracybingaman.com/roadmap to start planning your path to earning more next year!

Want to land a raise in 2025? This episode of The PA Is In dives into the three essential steps to confidently negotiate a salary increase as a Physician Associate. Learn how to set clear compensation goals, craft a strategic approach to your conversations, and specific strategies to turn negotiation into collaboration. 

Don't forget to grab your free ⁠Clinician Negotiation Roadmap⁠ at⁠ tracybingaman.com/roadmap⁠ to start planning your path to earning more next year!

SPONSORSPA JOB SOURCE: https://aapa.org/PAJobSource 

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CREATED COLORFUL CONSULT⁠⁠: ⁠⁠https://createdcolorful.myshopify.com/discount/TRACY⁠⁠  

COACHING

⁠1-ON-1 NEGOTIATION CONSULT ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/negotiate⁠⁠⁠ 

⁠FREE 30-MINUTE COACHING CONSULT⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/the-pa-is-in/gen-call⁠ ⁠⁠ 

LINKS

⁠TRACY ON INSTAGRAM ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrstracybingaman/⁠⁠⁠

⁠TRACY ON LINKEDIN ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracybingaman/⁠⁠