Age Discrimination?

[DomoDomo]

"and no more than three years out of Medical School."

How is this not age discrimination?

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center: El Paso, TX
PGY-1 position available November 2008. Interested candidates must fax complete ERAS application to include CV, personal statement, medical school transcript, USMLE scores steps 1, 2 and CSA, and 3 letters of recommendation and Deans Letter. Please fax to Irene Jimenez, Residency Coordinator at (915) 545 0901, cover sheet must state applying for current PGY-1 position. International Medical Graduates must have a valid ECFMG certificate. All applicants must be a U.S. Citizen and no more than three years out of Medical School. For further program information, visit our website at www.ttuhsc.edu. Fax only, no phone calls or emails please. (position available November 2008)

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[Global Disrobal]

I don't see your point. Are you referring to the "three years out of medical school" statement?

 

[CCObG2B]

I think the time limit is more of a reflection that the medical knowledge will no longer be fresh if you are more than 3 years out of medical school when you start your intern year, than an attempt at age discrimination. Regardless of if you are 28 or 58, 3 years away from the material is a nice chunk of time.

 

[Global Disrobal]

Well stated.