Building the Rural Physician Workforce: The International Medical Graduate (IMG) on a J-1 Visa
For this article, we will focus exclusively on non-US citizen, J1 Visa-holding physicians and rural primary care placement of these IMGs. Those recruiters new to rural recruitment and hiring IMGs for rural primary care positions need tools and tips to engage these well-trained and patient-oriented physicians for their healthcare workforce.
Read moreWork Less and Get Paid More! How Nurses Can Maximize Their Working Hours
Work less and get paid more? Isn’t that everyone’s dream? Well, thanks to a nursing shortage with no apparent end in sight, that dream can very much be reality.
Read moreImportant, but Less-Often-Considered Aspects of a Physician Job Search
A veteran emergency physician shares his insights into some lesser explored aspects of choosing a great physician job. Topics covered include job shadowing, evaluating physician density, advantages smaller job markets, contract review, and revealing questions to ask during interviews.
Read moreThe Importance of Effective Communication in Healthcare
By using tools and techniques such as SBAR and making changes to hospital communication culture providers can improve communication skills to deliver safer and better patient care.
Read moreVacation Planning For Healthcare Professionals: Yes, It’s Possible
When it comes to downtime, healthcare practitioners typically worry more about their patients than themselves. Suggesting a patient take some time to recover and recharge may be standard; but healthcare workers rarely take their own advice.
Read moreKey Takeaways from Medscape’s 2019 Physician Compensation Report
According to Medscape’s annual Physician Compensation Report, overall physician compensation has been increasing despite the changing political and economic healthcare environment.
Read moreHow to Prevent and Resolve Difficult Patient Encounters
Having difficult patient encounters is often part of the job when you work in healthcare. Whether it’s helping a grieving family member or defusing an angry patient, your finesse in dealing with these challenging encounters makes a difference in the lives of the people you care for.
Read moreTips for Acing Your Medical School Interview
The medical school interview is a time to not only discuss the strengths of your application, but also to address and explain any potential weaknesses. A modest amount of preparation, along with a positive attitude, is all the prospective medical school applicant needs to succeed during the interview process and eventually secure a seat in medical school.
Read moreRural Hospital Recruiting: 9 Keys to Advanced Practice Provider Recruitment
The key to recruitment and retention of rural hospital NPs and PAs is to know why, how, when, and where to source rural focused candidates.
Read moreHow Can Board Certification Further Your Nursing Career?
There are several reasons that a nurse should consider pursing a professional certification. Some of the more prominent reasons include improvement in career opportunities, the ability to stand out in your specialty, and increased opportunities for professional development…
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