All Posts by Rachel Ragosa
Recruiting Within the Boundaries of Equal Opportunity Employment Law
Finding that perfect candidate in an endless sea of applications can be difficult. The majority of recruiters already have an ideal person in mind when seeking out applicants. Of course, a physician recruiter or healthcare human resources professional needs to […]
Read moreMunchausen Syndrome By Proxy: A Plea for Patience & Objectivity
Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) has recently become a hot button topic, as the push for children’s safety has crossed the line into creating intrusive harm. Awareness of wrongful accusations of MSBP has increased ten-fold, thanks to a New York […]
Read moreUnderstanding Non-Compete and Restrictive Covenants in Physician Contracts
Some of the most controversial aspects of physician employment contracts are restrictive covenants and non-compete agreements. While the AMA has been adamantly opposed to restrictive covenants, they are still common fixtures in the medical community. It is important that physicians […]
Read moreHIPAA and Social Media: A Simple Guide
Most people have some sort of social media account. While it is a great medium for sharing family photos, funny videos, or interesting news stories, it has become a big liability for medical employers. A growing consequence is the unintended […]
Read morePhysician Contract Review
When a physician is given a formal job offer, it is produced in writing, along with a contract that contains a lot of small print and legalese. It’s highly recommended that you have your contract reviewed by an experienced attorney […]
Read moreBaby Boomers and Their Impact on Health Care Careers
Baby boomers are causing one of the biggest demands the health care industry has ever seen. A baby boomer is defined as anyone born between the years of 1946 to 1964, during a rapid population increase called the “baby boom” […]
Read moreWhat to Do When a Patient Threatens to Sue
Most people choose a career in medicine because they enjoy caring for others. Even with the best of intentions, things can go wrong. As a result, a patient may become angry and threaten to sue. It is an all too […]
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