Since almost everything is now spend-based... is there a reason you're flying JFK-DOH instead of, say, an expensive JFK-BOS ticket? If your base fare + surcharges is $1000 in either case, you'll earn loyalty points based on the fare.
You may be able to get a mobile boarding pass if you upload your pre-departure COVID test to the AA app or use Verifly, which may let you bypass immigration.