Preparing for Your First Attending Position
CareerJanuary 27, 2026
Essential considerations for transitioning from residency to your first attending position, including contract negotiation and practice selection.
Transitioning from residency to your first attending role involves practice setting, contract negotiation, and understanding compensation structures. This guide outlines essential considerations when evaluating offers and negotiating terms.
Factors like call schedules, non-compete clauses, partnership tracks, and benefits can have lasting impact. We also discuss how to assess fit with a practice culture and patient population.
More content coming soon. Prept mentors who have recently signed their first attending contracts can share practical insights.