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Oh Honey; It's just impossible to get a job here in a specialty like Peds--Jobs are impossible here to begin with. You are better off staying where you are for a year where you have a job, and taking frequent breaks to visit your sweetheart. Even after a year it will be hard to move into another position without connections. But you may be able to sign on with an agency. Keep trying you never know as you might get lucky. Wishing you the best of luck. TR
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I agree. If possible, try to complete at least one year in the PICU before you come out here--then you will have more options. The job market is CA is so tough that two years' experience would be even better, but I realize that's not always possible, especially if you want to have a happy relationship :)
You could come out with less than a year and try to play the "I'm still a New Grad" card, but the competition for the New Grad residencies is very intense. But what you could do is apply for the residencies in the Bay Area while you're still working in the PICU back east, so at least you will still have a job and be gaining experience while you see what happens.
wreckitralph
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usually positions require a year of experience. if you are still considered a new grad, a new grad program might be an option? it sounds like you really have good qualifications though. good luck!