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View all postsOpinion: 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.
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.
The NHSC: A Good Option for Loan Repayment?
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - March 23, 2022
The main goal of NHSC is to connect qualified physicians and primary care providers with patients in underserved regions. To incentivize this they offer both scholarships and loan repayment programs for qualifying healthcare providers. If you qualify, the NHSC may be a great option for paying off your debts.
Permanent vs. Locum Tenens – Which is Right for You? Part 2
By Shani Saks, DO - March 16, 2022
The ongoing physician shortage in the U.S. means the locum tenens industry is growing. Over 50,000 physicians work locums assignments annually, and 94% of hospitals have used a locums physician in the past year. Here are a few reasons to consider working locum assignments yourself.
Permanent vs. Locum Tenens – Which is Right For You? Part 1
By Shani Saks, DO - March 10, 2022
When considering your career as a physician, one of the first questions you'll ask yourself is what type of medical setting you'd like to practice in; a traditional, more permanent position, or a locum tenens assignment? This article weighs the pros and cons of both options.
Work-Life Balance as a Physician Assistant: Is it Possible?
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - February 23, 2022
Provider health is integral to patient health, so it is important that physician assistants maintain a healthy work/life balance. While everyone has their own way of finding balance, here are a few time-tested methods for managing your life and workload.
Making a Great First Interview Impression
By Riia O'Donnell - February 15, 2022
Your resume and qualifications got your foot in the door, now it's time to make an impact on the hiring manager. Here are some tips on how to make a stellar first interview impression.
Five Things to Know BEFORE Signing Any Healthcare Contract
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - January 13, 2022
Contracts are important documents that stake your future career, and they can make or break a dream job offer. Here are five things you should know before signing ANY contract.
Top Healthcare Career Resources Blogs of 2021
By Blake Conner - January 3, 2022
The Healthcare Career Resources blog provides recommended reading on the topics of job searches, healthcare recruitment, and industry news from the medical field. Summarized here are the top 5 healthcare career resource articles from 2021, ranging topics from physician career opportunities to finding your specialization in nursing.