nonclinicalcareer

In this week’s episode, John revisits a discussion of the 5 persistent myths that clinicians believe when they begin to consider a career transition.

Physicians have been convinced by their employers and training programs that it is very difficult to leave assembly-line, corporate-style medicine for a nonclinical career because:

1. there are no jobs;
2. they’re not qualified;
3. the salaries are too low;
4. they will be abandoning patients; and,
5. their reputations will be ruined.
   

As a result, we continue to suppress our feelings and delay implementing the solution to these problems.

In this show, John describes why these myths are wrong to enable listeners to fully embrace their pursuit of a fulfilling new nonclinical career.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/5-persistent-myths/

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

In this week’s episode, Dr. Linda Ho returns to talk about her experiences working in pharma. During her first visit, she described why she left clinical medicine to pursue a career as a medical science liaison and offered advice to others interested in such a career.

Since that episode, Dr. Ho has moved into a new role in clinical development. She describes the differences between these two positions, and why she likes working in CD. Finally, she provides advice for other physicians thinking about pursuing a similar career in the pharmaceutical industry.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/clinical-development/ 

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

This week’s episode is a replay of another popular PNC podcast episode. It ran in January 2022. In it, John interviews Dr. Ronnie Shalev. 

She is a board-certified Emergency Medicine doctor whose high-pressure job “sucked the life out of her, leaving her weary, burned out, and unable to enjoy her family, kids, and day-to-day life.” Because she was paid well, she felt bound by the “golden handcuffs,” and saw no end in sight.

Through passive real estate investing, she was able to quit her grueling emergency room job and move into a less-demanding role at a medical device company. Now, she helps frustrated physicians who feel trapped earn income with passive real estate investments so they have more freedom and are not bound by their jobs.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/how-to-use-real-estate-investing/ 

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In this replay episode from January 2022, we delve into the world of remote physician advising with Dr. Robert Craven. Dr. Craven, who initially worked as a hospitalist, made an unexpected transition to become a physician advisor for utilization management. With a year of full-time remote work under his belt, he shares valuable insights about his role, its benefits, and how others can pursue similar positions.

Dr. Craven's journey began with his medical degree from The University of Tennessee Health Science Center, followed by an Internal Medicine Residency at Carolinas Healthcare System. After gaining nine years of experience as a hospitalist, an exciting opportunity arose for him to serve as a physician advisor. What makes his position unique is the remote nature of his work, allowing for flexibility and increased family time, while still providing intellectual stimulation and delivering value to his employer, fellow physicians, and patients.

Join us for an engaging conversation as Dr. Craven elaborates on the intricacies of being a remote physician advisor within a large healthcare system. Whether you're curious about this career path, seeking greater work-life balance, or interested in making a meaningful impact in healthcare, this replay episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of remote physician advising and learn how you can navigate a similar path.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/utilization-management-physician-advisor/

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

This week’s episode is a replay of the most downloaded podcast episode. It ran in early 2022. In it, John interviews Dr. Paul Hercock, the CEO of Mantra Systems. 

Paul is an expert at how to land a medical device company job, particularly in the European Union. He wrote a book about it called "Beyond The Ward: A Doctor's Guide to Careers Outside the NHS."

During his interview, Paul explains that his company is a consultancy business that provides medical and regulatory support to medical device companies. To do so, it employs physicians as medical advisors. 

And to fill the need for physicians to fill these positions, he built a training program for physicians interested in pursuing a job in the industry. It's called the Medical Affairs Associates Program. And he describes the training system and how it prepares physicians to enter this growing field.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/medical-device-company/ 

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In this week’s episode, John offers advice about using LinkedIn. Most clinicians pursuing a nonclinical job have already built a LinkedIn profile. However, some of the more advanced aspects of a LinkedIn page are often overlooked.

LinkedIn can be very useful for adding new contacts and networking with them. Since more than half of those looking for a new job find a job through a personal referral rather than by applying online, expanding one’s network will enhance your job search.

LinkedIn also serves as a job board, with millions of job postings. And it facilitates the process of working with recruiters. John describes some of the ways in which seeking clinicians can leverage LinkedIn to find and connect with recruiters.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/find-your-first-nonclinical-job

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

In this week’s show, John presents a topic that has not been discussed in detail before:

Healthcare Management Consulting jobs with prominent national and international consulting firms.

When he worked as a hospital CMO, there was always a new consulting firm or two working for the organization. And many of the teams included physician consultants.

During the conversation, he lists the five reasons that these jobs can be quite attractive:

1. There is a high demand for these.
2. Jobs are available for experienced and novice physicians, even those without board certification.
3. Pay and benefits are very good.
4. There is room for advancement.
5. You will learn many new useful and transferable skills 

He also includes a free list of 25 large healthcare management consulting firms to download for those interested in pursuing one of these positions.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/healthcare-management-consulting/.

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s show, John presents what he learned about Zoom as he prepared for and hosted the first NewScript Summit.

When hosting a conference using the basic version of Zoom, there are certain settings to use to optimize accommodating up to 500 participants.

In addition, if you’re going to be recording individual sessions by other speakers who are sharing their screens, or if you’re going to play prerecorded videos, you must be aware of these settings.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/presenting-your-first-summit/.

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s show, John interviews Dr. Latifat Akintade. She is a gastroenterologist and founder of The Money Coaching School. She is also the host of The MoneyFitMD podcast. She combines her interest in personal finance, her training as a certified life coach, and her passion for physician wellness.

She is also the author of, “Done With Broke: A Woman Physicians Guide to More Money and Less Hustle.”

She explains during our conversation that she believes every physician can create their own wealthy life. We discuss her book and how it helps readers with the tools they need to be financially liberated and live fully, without burning out.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/more-money-with-less-hustle/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s show, Dr. Kerri Best-Sule describes how she discovered early in her clinical career that traditional medical practice does not support healthy family life.

She completed her pediatric residency at the University of Maryland and then went on to practice outpatient pediatrics for 3 years before deciding to make her transition into the pharma industry.

She started by working as a contracted part-time employee before deciding to move full-time into a role in Pharma Safety involving vaccines. Her temporary position helped greatly in making the transition from clinical work to Pharma Safety Associate Medical Director.

During our conversation, she offers her advice for those wishing to pursue a similar career path.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/drug-safety-professional/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s episode, John and his partner in NewScript, Dr. Tom Davis, discuss the state of the healthcare system, and other issues affecting physicians. They also describe new resources they plan to post in NewScript and briefly discuss the recently completed Nonclinical Career Summit.

Tom also describes his recent efforts to streamline and improve his coaching and consulting business. And his recent additions to the NewScript community. Now members can access all of the lessons from his complete Telemedicine Course.

We also discuss other types of consulting and small business start-ups our colleagues have developed. And how now is a great time to leverage our clinical backgrounds outside the traditionally employed positions to create flexible, well-compensated businesses.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/how-we-will-survive/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s episode, John interviews Dr. Ryan Bayley. He first appeared on the show over 4 years ago to talk about his experiences as a business and success coach. Since then, the part of his practice that seems to be growing the fastest is helping to address or prevent disruptive or inappropriate behavior.

Dr. Bayley realized that a growing number of physicians were being put on administrative leave. And their licenses to practice medicine were being suspended or revoked. When he looked for books on the subject that he could share with physicians, he couldn’t find any. So, he decided to write his own.

That book was published recently, and Ryan joins me to cover many of the topics he wrote about. He describes why the system is becoming more dangerous, how to avoid exposing yourself, and what to do if you find yourself accused of disruptive behavior or of breaching personal boundaries.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/wake-up/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s episode, John Jurica provides an overview of the factors that went into planning the first NewScript Nonclinical Career Summit.

NewScript is an online community of clinicians looking for professional satisfaction, overcoming the stress and burnout arising out of the current healthcare system, and moving into more satisfying nonclinical and nontraditional careers. John is the co-founder with Dr. Tom Davis.

During his presentation, John addresses several issues:

• what inspired John and Tom to create a 3-day Summit;
• the principles they followed during the process;
• how they planned each of the important components of presenting a Summit, from choosing the curriculum, recruiting speakers, and creating the website, to marketing the Summit, and managing the event.

John invited everyone to join the free live event on April 11 through 13, from 7:00 PM until 11:00 PM Eastern Time. During each 4-hour session, there will be four 30-minute presentations followed by 20 minutes of live Q&A and a short break.

Everyone is invited to register for the free event at nonclinicalcareersummit.com. Those wishing to purchase the video and audio recordings and bonuses can do so using the same link.

You will find all of the links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/first-nonclinical-career-summit/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s episode, John provides a description of the 5 common categories of home-based and remote careers. And provides an overview of the specific jobs open to physicians and other clinicians in each one.

 Those 5 categories of jobs include:

1.  Chart reviews
2.  Medical writing
3.  Telemedicine
4.  Consulting
5.  Coaching

 He also describes the newest opportunities that have opened up in each of the five categories in recent years.

You will find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/home-based-and-remote-careers/

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Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

In this week’s episode, John describes why some job searches become so frustrating and unproductive. It can feel like we’re bogged down and not making any progress once we’ve decided to pursue that nonclinical position.

Part of the explanation is that we may be expecting too much. When making such a drastic move the path is often not as straightforward as we’re expecting. And we must learn a whole new set of skills.

Common frustrations result from NOT doing the following:

1. Fully committing to the process,
2. Addressing your self-limiting beliefs,
3. Devoting insufficient time to the process,
4. Narrowing our search to one specific job,
5. Obtaining new skills to demonstrate your commitment,
6. Finding and engaging a mentor or two,
7. Growing your network and finding a sponsor at each company,
8. Optimizing your LinkedIn profile, and,
9. Converting your CV to a winning resumé.

Address each of these and your job search will progress more quickly. 

You will find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/job-search-is-so-frustrating/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

John frequently receives questions about nonclinical and nontraditional careers from subscribers, podcast listeners, and mastermind members. This is the first in a series of episodes over the next several months in which he responds to 3 or 4 questions. 

This week John answers four questions:

1.    What are the highest-paying nonclinical jobs?
2.    Are there affordable resources for those pursuing a nonclinical job?
3.    What nonclinical jobs can an anesthesiologist pursue?
4.    What are the options for a side gig?

You will find links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclinicalphysicians.com/top-4-questions/.

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

Dr. Laura Kaufman is a board-certified anesthesiologist who specializes in obstetrical anesthesia. She has always had an interest in patient safety and quality improvement, participating in and leading quality committees and teams.

She became frustrated when the focus on quality by those around her did not match their attention to the financial aspects of care. When her employer became part of a new organization, she decided to begin her transition from full-time practice to part-time practice and consulting while completing her master’s degree in patient safety and healthcare quality at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

During our interview, Dr. Kaufman describes the factors she considered as she navigated this career transition.

You will find links mentioned in the episode at https://nonclincalphysicians.com/advanced-degrees-and-other decisions/

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You can support this podcast by making a small monthly or annual donation. To learn more, go to nonclinicalphysicians.com/donate

You can now join the most comprehensive Community for all clinicians looking for a nontraditional career at NewScr!pt.

Get an updated edition of the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide.

Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.

Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

For most nonclinical careers that a physician might consider when leaving a high-stress corporate-style practice, one or more association or society exists that can provide valuable support.

In this week’s podcast episode, John describes the types of services these organizations provide, and how and when to use their services during the transition to a new job.

During the presentation, John also offers two simple handouts for listeners to download that compare the services of 21 popular organizations.

You will find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/use-a-professional-organization/

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Check out a FREE WEBINAR called Best Options for an Interesting and Secure Nonclinical Job at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freewebinar1

Many physicians looking for a nonclinical role are interested in the pharmaceutical industry, but concerned that a lack of clinical trial experience makes them undesirable candidates. Today’s guest, Dr. Madeline Edwards, is here to discuss why this is far from the truth. Dr. Edwards transitioned from a clinical role as an OB-GYN into a drug safety position at a pharmaceutical company by strengthening her resume with a few straightforward activities. She’ll share the steps she took to build her resume, what she does now, and how she overcame mental barriers along the way.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/76

In this episode we’re talking about:

• Dr. Edwards’ struggles with anxiety in clinical practice
• Three ways Madeline quickly made herself a desirable job applicant
• Why LinkedIn is an important tool for nonclinical job seekers
• How Madeline knew this was the right career path for her
• Misconceptions Dr. Edwards had about pharma before entering the industry
• Madeline’s day-to-day work as a drug safety physician
• How to enhance your research background in a private practice setting

Links for this episode:

Episode #71: 3 Myths About Getting Into Pharma

Episode #67: How to Increase Your Desirability as an Applicant for Nonclinical Jobs

Episode #27 Prepare Ahead For a Transition into Pharma

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While many physicians are able to spend time pondering their transition out of clinical practice, some are faced with acute challenges that abruptly end their clinical careers. This is what happened to today’s guest, Dr. Stephanie Pearson. Dr. Pearson loved her work as an Ob/Gyn, but when she experienced a severe injury during a delivery that left her unable to practice, her career path took a sharp turn. She’ll share her post-injury emotional struggles and how the issues she encountered with her own disability insurance led her to become an insurance broker and physician advocate.

You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here:

www.doctorscrossing.com/75

In this episode we’re talking about:

• What Dr. Pearson learned about her own disability insurance once she was disabled
• Why Stephanie began speaking with physicians about disability insurance
• How her passion about this topic led to her new career as an insurance broker
• What kinds of roles are available for physicians in the insurance industry
• The emotional struggles Stephanie overcame following her injury
• Why disability insurance is so important for physicians
  How physicians can transition into insurance work

Links for this episode:

PearsonRavitz - Disability and life insurance company owned by Dr. Stephanie Peason and Mr. Scott Ravitz. Focused on providing coverage with integrity to healthcare professional.

Doctor’s Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast:
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