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Legal Counsel for an Academic Medical Center....
Likes:
1. Fascinating work. My specialty is in the area of clinical research, so I get to hear about new medical devices, drugs and other treatments long before most others do. Lots of really interesting bioethical issues too. I also help out on patient care issues that arise, which can get interesting.
2. Great employer that, for the most part, understands the concept of "work-life balance."
3. Generally flexible hours that allow me to do stuff with the kids and ride when the weather is nice.
4. Pay is good enough (but not nearly what I'd make at a big firm).
5. Benefits are great. And if I get sick, the best docs on earth are right down the hall.
Dislikes:
1. Call rotation. Just like our docs, we need to take turns taking overnight and weekend call to address legal issues that can arise any time. Can't stand getting paged during a ride, so I need to find a colleague who is willing to cover if I want to go on a ride.
2.Suit and tie every day.
WAY more good than bad.
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