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Opinion: ReDonda Vaught Conviction Raises Serious Concerns for Healthcare Delivery
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.
Read moreBest Cities to Work as a Physician Assistant
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.
Read moreHow to Prepare for Virtual Job Interviews
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.
Read moreThe NHSC: A Good Option for Loan Repayment?
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.
Read morePermanent vs. Locum Tenens – Which is Right for You? Part 2
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.
Read morePermanent vs. Locum Tenens – Which is Right For You? Part 1
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.
Read moreWork-Life Balance as a Physician Assistant: Is it Possible?
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.
Read moreMaking a Great First Interview Impression
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.
Read moreFive Things to Know BEFORE Signing Any Healthcare Contract
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.
Read moreTop Healthcare Career Resources Blogs of 2021
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.
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