General Failed Boards - will I lose my job?

[Question]

Hi I was just hired for a job and currently have “board eligible” status. I know I can get hired being board eligible, will I eventually get fired it I can’t pass my boards? Thank you

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[GoSpursGo]

Yes. Don’t fail your boards repeatedly. For the vast majority of docs this isn’t an issue

 

[TheBoneDoctah]

Yes. The vast majority pass first time.

 

[wook]

Most institutions will expect you to be board certified within a certain time frame. If you do not, they will likely not continue your contract.

 

[lord999]

It's almost universally specified that you have to attempt boards within a timeframe and pass within a timeframe (sometimes it's just pass within a timeframe). It's common to be hired contingent on passing.

 

[AlteredScale]

It is required/expected at most practices and institutions.