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Healthcare Career Resources Blog
How to Successfully Change Your Specialty During Residency
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - June 15, 2022
Though there are no clear statistics on the exact number, many physicians opt to switch specialties over the course of their career. Some start even earlier and decide to switch during residency. Though it can seem like a daunting process, here are tips on the best way to navigate swapping specialties as a resident.
How Important is Emotional Intelligence in Recruitment?
By Riia O'Donnell - June 9, 2022
Candidates have the potential to make or break a facility. That's why it is important for recruiters to utilize emotional intelligence (or EI) in their placement efforts. Emotional intelligence not only helps recruiters ask the right questions, but it also ensures they are self-aware, socially aware, and self-regulating.
Physician Assistant vs. Nurse Practitioner: Explaining the Difference to Patients
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - June 1, 2022
Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners are two divergent career paths often mistaken for one another due to their similarities. In reality, they are more similar than different, which makes it even more difficult to understand the distinction between NP's and PA's. So this begs the question; what IS the difference?
How to Find the Right Recruiter
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - May 25, 2022
Healthcare recruiters can play a pivotal role in your career trajectory and helping you find jobs that align with your career goals and personal values. Here are a few things to consider for choosing the right recruiter.
How to Adapt When Healthcare Provider Shortages Are Worse Than Ever
By Riia O'Donnell - May 18, 2022
Healthcare provider shortages are worse than ever, and demand is only increasing. It's estimated within the next 4 years that the US will face a deficit of over 3 million workers. Amidst these unprecedented times, healthcare recruiters may need to take a different perspective on staffing solutions in the shrinking talent market.
Opinion: ReDonda Vaught Conviction Raises Serious Concerns for Healthcare Delivery
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - May 12, 2022
My most cherished mentor told me during my first year of medical school that about every five years, everything I know about medicine will be wrong. No one could have prepared me for how intense and brutal some of those changes would be. Seems we are radically exchanging the art of medicine for the cheapest standardized protocols.
Best Cities to Work as a Physician Assistant
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - May 4, 2022
When settling on a city for your career as a physician assistant, there are many important considerations to factor in; salary, work-life balance, nearby amenities and entertainment, cost of living, and the overall general location. That considered, here are some of the best cities in America to work as a PA.
Making a Great First Interview Impression as a Recruiter
By Riia O'Donnell - April 27, 2022
In the challenging talent market of healthcare, impressions matter. The impression recruiters make on candidates can mean the difference between securing top talent and getting ghosted on an offer, so keep these tips in mind when interviewing candidates.
Choosing the Right Medical Specialty For You
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - April 20, 2022
Choosing a medical specialty that fits you is a daunting task for medical students, and there are many things to deeply consider before diving in. What do you want your daily schedule to look like? How will hospital politics affect your job over time? Are other doctors in this specialty particularly happy? Above all, the future of healthcare remains unknown, so enjoy the ride.
How to Prepare for Virtual Job Interviews
By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - April 14, 2022
With remote work and telemedicine becoming more familiar in healthcare, many organizations have transitioned into virtual hiring processes. Here we'll look at common types of remote assessments, typical questions, and how to prepare for virtual interviews.
