u/ComprehensivePop3092

PA student here. Graduating in August. Just got my first job offer and would love some eyes on this contract before I sign. Located in the DFW area.

8:00-5:00

M-F (occasional Saturday as needed)

The offer:

• $115K base + $5K travel stipend = $120K total
• Multi-site: 5+ clinic locations spread across the Metroplex
• 3 weeks PTO (includes sick leave AND CME)
• $3K CME allowance
• Malpractice covered by employer ($1M/$3M)
• Health insurance after 3 months
• 401(k) after 2 years
• pre-onboard training (1hr call evryday?)

concerns

1. non-compete — 2 years, 15-mile radius around every location I regularly work. With 5+ sites, that covers a massive chunk of DFW. Buyout is a full year’s salary.
2. Termination notice — 180 days on my end, 30 days on theirs. Very one-sided.
3. Tail coverage — falls on me regardless of how employment ends.
4. Pre-start training — required but no mention of compensation.
5. No salary review clause — nothing about raises built into the agreement.

Questions:

1. Is $120K competitive for multi-site pain management in Texas as a new grad?
2. Is 180-day notice normal? Seems way high.
3. What would you negotiate here?
4. Would you sign this as-is?

Thanks in advance!