Gillian Mathews, DO, sits down with Eric Villanueva, MD, attending physiatrist at Nebraska Methodist Hospital and recent graduate of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab residency program, to discuss how to successfully secure a first attending position after residency. Dr. Villanueva shares critical insights on when to begin applying, key questions to ask during interviews, and common pitfalls to avoid. He also offers practical strategies for finding job opportunities and negotiating your first contract. This episode is a must-listen for residents preparing to take the next step in their physiatry careers.