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[Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants] Pt. 5 How To Land + Leverage Those Darn Shadowing Hours
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Curious about what it truly means to be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)? You're in the right place! From nearly two decades of experience, I share a clear and comprehensive breakdown of the CAA profession. Think of me as your older sister or best friend, guiding you step-by-step through the essentials—from what CAAs actually do to how much money we make, no topic is off limits. Whether you're an aspiring AA student or simply exploring a career in medicine, this guide equips you with the insights you need to understand the CAA profession.
In Part 5 I am answering the question, "How to Land and Leverage Those Darn Shadowing Hours?"
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Chapters
1. [Your Complete Guide to Understanding Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants] Pt. 5 How To Land + Leverage Those Darn Shadowing Hours (00:00:00)
2. Meet Shadowing Expert Sarah Whitfield (00:04:09)
3. Why Shadowing Is Required (00:05:57)
4. What Admissions Look For Beyond Hours (00:09:08)
5. Rapid Fire Shadowing FAQs (00:11:11)
6. How To Find Shadowing Opportunities (00:16:23)
7. Persistence, Travel, And Standout Effort (00:21:38)
8. Cold Outreach That Gets A Yes (00:24:28)
9. Hospital Red Tape And Protocols (00:28:43)
10. Networking Mindset And Follow Through (00:31:13)
11. Preparing To Ask Better OR Questions (00:33:58)
12. Emotional Intelligence And Reading The Room (00:37:03)
13. Set Goals With Your Preceptor (00:39:58)
14. Translate Shadowing Into Your Application (00:42:03)
15. Use Shadowing Stories In Interviews (00:45:03)
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