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Top Five Reasons to Consider a Career in Healthcare
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.
Read moreShould You Apply to Positions You Are Under-Qualified For?
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.
Read moreHealth Hazards of Working Nights
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.
Read moreHow to Successfully Change Your Specialty During Residency
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.
Read morePhysician Assistant vs. Nurse Practitioner: Explaining the Difference to Patients
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?
Read moreHow to Find the Right Recruiter
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.
Read moreOpinion: 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 moreChoosing the Right Medical Specialty For You
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.
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.
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