Healthcare Career Resources Blog
How to Make a Job Posting Stand Out - A Provider's Perspective
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - August 24, 2022
Times are tough for hiring, with more jobs than employees to fill them. This competitive market means it's important for your job posting to stand out if you want applicants. In this article practicing PA Jacob Bolinger shares some of the job details that providers are most interested in and which are often missing from job posts.
Burnout is Really Depression in Disguise
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - August 11, 2022
Being burned out is living in a constant state of overwhelming exhaustion, whereas depression is defined by the inability to feel pleasure and dysphoric mood. But is burnout a syndrome in and of itself, or is it actually part of the pathology of a larger depression? Current research argues the latter.
10 Questions You Should Ask During Your Interview
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - August 3, 2022
There comes a time in every interview when the candidate gets to question the interviewer. This is an opportunity not only to learn more about the company, but also another chance to demonstrate the value you could bring to the role. Here are 10 interview questions you should be asking.
Are Pandemic Hiring Practices Contributing to Churn?
By Riia O'Donnell - July 28, 2022
Institutions are facing unprecedented challenges in maintaining staffing levels, in part due to the pandemic hiring practices of large signing bonuses and premium wages for temporary workers. The future of staffing relies on flexibility and creativity from healthcare recruiters.
Negotiating the Medical Employment Contract – What You Need to Know
By Shani Saks, DO - July 20, 2022
It's both exciting and stressful reviewing your medical practice contract. There are a lot of considerations you may not be familiar with, so we've got some best practice guidelines for how to evaluate your employment agreement and ensure it is to your maximum benefit.
Is the Physician Job Market Shifting to Rural Practice?
By Danielle Kelvas, MD - July 13, 2022
With the onset of telehealth and the gap between rural and urban provider salaries contracting, the physician job market is changing. The decision of where to live and practice is an important one that requires careful thought of both your present and future preferences and needs.
Top Five Reasons to Consider a Career in Healthcare
By Jacob Bollinger, PA - July 7, 2022
Though a career in healthcare is hardly ever as glamorous as portrayed on television, it can be just as exciting, satisfying, and humbling. Healthcare is a wonderful field to work in for a multitude of reasons, but among them all, here are the top 5.
Should You Apply to Positions You Are Under-Qualified For?
By Benjamin "Caleb" Williams RN, BA, CEN - June 29, 2022
You've found a job posting, but you're not so sure you meet the requirements to apply. On one hand you don't want to miss this opportunity, but on the other you don't want to waste your time. So the question stands, should you apply? Well, it depends.
Health Hazards of Working Nights
By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - June 22, 2022
It is no surprise that working nights is challenging. However, there are more health hazards associated with night shift than you might be aware of. Let's explore common health risks that night shift workers face.
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.
