subject: Employment Settings for Physicians: Making the Right Choice [print this page] The majority of physicians prefer to join a group of established physicians working together in a group practice, or clinic. Physicians choose to work in a clinic because it is a practical and flexible employment setting. Often times, physicians will hold office hours at the clinic, and schedule hospital rounds to visit patients who are admitted. They will commonly rotate the duties of fielding patient's late night concerns on-call with the other physicians in the practice, giving them some free time. The schedule of a clinic physician makes it an ideal employment environment. The average salary for a clinic physician is competitive, and varies on the size of the practice. Clinics also provide the physician with the opportunity to work in more rural locations, and reach more patients. So no matter what your lifestyle, there is sure to be an employment setting that meets your needs and plays to your strengths. Remember, every prospective employer operates differently. It is always recommended that you ask as many questions as you can, to can a complete picture of what life may be like in your new employment setting.
Employment Settings for Physicians: Making the Right Choice
