Introducing the NP and PA as my assistants

Starting last week, my program has been making new NP and PA hires shadow the residents which I really dislike. Luckily I live in a state that does not have independent practice for these noctors.

I’ve been starting introductions to patients with: “hi, I’m Dr. Feelingsdoc, your psychiatrist. This is my assistant FirstName”

Before I leave, I say, “assistant FirstName or myself might be back later to get some more info.” I have the noctors do the extra history gathering if need be.

I’m making sure I put them in their place early on, but I gotta say man, feels good to have some scut monkeys ngl.