Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Why Precept?
But will it slow
Me
down?
This is a common concern, but several research studies have found no significant difference in preceptor productivity when they host students. (1, 3, 4, 5)
Some of our preceptors have found that students HELP their productivity.
Teaching can be
fun!
In a 2011 survey, the most important incentive for preceptors was, "quality of the students". (2)
Most of our preceptors simply enjoy teaching our professional and prepared students. And we think you will, too.
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Contribute to the
PA
profession
In 2011, only 25% of practicing PAs reported serving as a clinical preceptor. (2)
Be part of the solution for the clinical education crisis.
Support the Physician Assistant profession by serving as an educator and mentor to future PAs!
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Why not
Try
out a job candidate?
Why not try out an upcoming PA graduate's fit with your organization?
What can be a more effective job interview than several weeks actually doing the job they would be hired to do? Plus, you'll save time on orientation and training.
Stay current on the
Latest
information
information
75% of PA preceptors said that "keeping up to date in their field" was an important factor in deciding to precept a PA student. (2)
Many of our preceptors agree that teaching a student helps them stay current in the industry.
Promote your
Specialty
to the next generation
Precepting future providers allows students to gain hands-on exposure to specialties they may have never previously considered as a career choice.
It can also help them make quality referrals in the future.