A Snapshot of How Medicine is Harnessing the Power of AI Today
Sep 12, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankWe talk to our phones. We rely on our customized music playlists. But how do we feel about the fact that so many aspects of…read more
A Multidimensional Approach to Combating Healthcare Worker Burnout
Aug 31, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankHealthcare worker burnout remains a pressing concern that plagues the medical industry, casting a shadow over both professionals and patient care. The relentless demands, high-stakes…read more
How Can the Medical Industry Leverage the Benefits of Telehealth?
Aug 25, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankTelehealth, often synonymous with telemedicine, encompasses a range of digital health services that employ technology to deliver healthcare remotely. From virtual consultations to remote monitoring…read more
Nurturing Global Healers: What to Look for in US Offshore Medical Schools
Aug 18, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankIn the realm of medical education, US offshore medical schools have carved a unique path for aspiring physicians. These institutions often attract students with diverse…read more
Physician-Managed Ventures: An Evolving Career Path
Aug 11, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankIn the ever-changing healthcare landscape, physicians are increasingly taking on roles beyond traditional medical practices. And they’re in demand. Physician-led ventures encompass a wide range…read more
The Technologies Revolutionizing Medicine: Implications for Healthcare Staffing
Aug 04, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankThe medical industry has been experiencing a technological renaissance, with groundbreaking innovations reshaping the way medical services are delivered, diagnosis is conducted, and patient care…read more
Addressing the US Nursing Shortage: Examining Its Origins and Mediations
Jul 28, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankAs the backbone of the US healthcare system, nurses play an indispensable role in providing quality patient care. Yet, one of the foremost concerns in…read more
What Patients Want: A Blueprint for Patient-Centered Care
Jul 25, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankPatients are able to find a doctor to switch to much more easily with the advent of online reviews. Improving the patient experience is therefore…read more
Healthcare Staffing and Location Essentials for Launching a Private Practice
Jul 14, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankFor staff doctors venturing into independent practice, success requires careful planning and strategic decision-making. Fortunately, there are consultants who can help navigate the legal and…read more
Filling the Growing Gap in Geriatric Care with Locum Tenens Physicians
Jul 07, 2023 || by Amy BrooksbankThe U.S. is experiencing a significant demographic shift driven by a rapidly aging population. By 2030, all baby boomers will be older than age 65,…read more
Elevating Education: Luxury Continuing Medical Education (CME) Venues for Medical Professionals
Jun 30, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonContinuing education is a vital aspect of professional growth for both physicians and locum tenens staff. Luxury continuing education venues go beyond the typical conference…read more
A Solution to Doctor Shortages: International Physician Recruitment
Jun 23, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonThe United States is grappling with a pressing challenge: a shortage of healthcare professionals. Congress is taking steps to meet the need domestically. In an…read more
How do Physician Recruitment Firms Ensure Quality and Save Money?
Jun 16, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonOverall financial implications reveal both the savings and benefits of using physician recruitment firms. Hiring budgets are, of course, primary considerations for healthcare employers and…read more
Urgent Care Centers: Redefining Primary Care
Jun 07, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonUrgent care centers saw a boom during the height of the pandemic as patients sought both testing and treatment. In cities they seem almost ubiquitous,…read more
Locum Tenens Staffing: A Solution for Physician Demand
May 27, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonThe healthcare industry is experiencing a shift in the way medical services are delivered, with locum tenens staffing emerging as a viable solution to address…read more
Electronic Health Records – Risks and Rewards
May 22, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonElectronic health records (EHRs) have revolutionized the way medical information is stored, accessed and shared, enabling healthcare providers instant access to patient information. EHRs enhance…read more
A True Connection: Mind-Body Medicine
May 13, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonHistorically, scientists viewed the idea that emotions and psychological factors can impact physical health as the product of superstition. The “biomedical model” treated the mind…read more
The Rise of Online Therapy: History and Challenges
May 05, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonHealthcare staffing agencies have noted the rising demand for virtual practitioners within the counseling and psychotherapy professions as online therapy takes a firm hold in…read more
Inspired Healthcare: Motivational Strategies to Attract New Talent
Apr 28, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonHealthcare workers are in short supply and that’s become a critical challenge in the landscape of global healthcare. Middle and low-income countries, in particular, are…read more
Physician Recruiters Recommend Job-force Planning for the Technological Age
Apr 20, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonTechnology and innovation are rapidly changing the healthcare industry, and physician recruiters report that it will significantly affect staffing needs in the future. While automation…read more
How Do Medical Recruitment Companies Attract Physicians to Rural Areas?
Apr 13, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonPhysicians and patients residing in rural areas encounter unique challenges that differ significantly from their urban counterparts. A combination of economic factors, cultural and social…read more
Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Healthcare Workers?
Apr 07, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonWe’ve been hearing a lot about the rapidly developing capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI), potential dangers, societal disruption and even solutions that may save the…read more
Women in Leadership: 5 Organizational Practices to Increase Gender Diversity in Healthcare
Mar 30, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonHospitals and other large-scale providers are cultivating relationships with healthcare staffing agencies in search of a pipeline for female talent. A growing body of research…read more
Physician Suicide: Why Doctors Don’t Seek Mental Health Intervention
Mar 27, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonPhysician recruiters and healthcare staffing agencies have long pointed out that a manageable workload and a good fit with company culture are top considerations in…read more
Physician Recruiters Put New Emphasis on Diversity
Mar 15, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonIn October of last year, New York State announced a plan to supplement the traditional work of physician recruiters with more comprehensive state-funded diversity initiatives.…read more
Why is the World Facing a Medical Recruitment Crisis?
Mar 09, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonAsk any physician recruiter to forecast the rate of growth in their field and you’ll hear the same thing: the world is facing a medical…read more
Medical Recruitment Companies: A Partner in Climate Change Preparedness
Mar 04, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonThe consequences of climate change are here. Populations are already shifting as catastrophic events create unsustainable environments. Medical recruitment companies, already operating in overdrive due…read more
Nursing Shortage Solutions: Medical Recruitment Companies are Looking for a Few Good Men
Feb 24, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonA growing nursing shortage in the United States is quickly becoming a crisis, with no end in sight. The shortage has challenged even the best…read more
A Practical Guide to Becoming a Nurse Practitioner
Feb 15, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonAs locum tenens jobs are more widely available, so too is the demand for advanced practitioners. And with the ongoing and worsening physician shortages in…read more
The Dos and Don’ts of Working with a Healthcare Recruiter
Feb 08, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonMedical recruitment companies may be the best resource for developing your professional life. Managing your medical career can be daunting – yet it’s the key…read more
Physicians Starting a New Job Must Consider Patient Trust
Feb 01, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonYou’ve worked with your physician recruiter to find the perfect new position. You may have done some due diligence on both your future colleagues and…read more
The Locum Tenens Job — A Road to Cultural Competence
Jan 18, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonAs anyone who has taken a locum tenens job in unfamiliar territory can tell you, point of care interactions can unfold in unforeseen ways. Patients…read more
Resolution: A Locum Tenens Career in 2023
Jan 04, 2023 || by Allegra HamiltonYou’ve been meaning to pursue locum tenens jobs but just can’t seem to get motivated. Any life shift – whether temporary or long-term – can…read more
How to Get the Most Out of Working with a Physician Recruiter
Dec 29, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonWorking with a physician recruiter? You’ve made a great choice. Internal hiring requires a big budget as you tackle the heavy work of attracting candidates,…read more
Why Have Locums Tenens Become a Go-To Staffing Option for Healthcare Facilities?
Dec 20, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonMultiple studies indicate that up to 70% of healthcare facilities are using a locum agency at any given time. A number of interlinking factors have…read more
Locum Tenens: Contract Basics for Physicians
Dec 15, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonA shortage of physicians has led to a sharp increase in the availability of locum tenens jobs. These postings may last from weeks to months…read more
Considerations When Switching Jobs as a Physician
Dec 06, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonWhen it comes to switching jobs as a physician, each potential position requires research and consideration of more factors than you may think. The right…read more
Three Reasons You Should Use a Medical Recruiter
Dec 01, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonWhy is a medical recruiter more beneficial for healthcare companies? Even with the advent of hiring platforms, the do-it-yourself approach to medical staffing is a…read more
Why is Healthcare Struggling With Staff Shortages?
Nov 22, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonYou’ve surely heard about the ongoing shortage of medical professionals. The problem is escalating at an alarming rate and hospitals are largely understaffed, even with…read more
How Can Being a Locum Tenens Help Your Medical Career?
Nov 15, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonPhysicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and CRNAs have always used the locum tenens jobs as a way to supplement income after retirement and between permanent…read more
Burnout: A Fundamental Obstacle to Effective Healthcare
Nov 08, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonBurnout among medical staff is an enduring stress reaction, characterized not only by emotional challenges but also by symptoms that lead to a negative effect…read more
How Temporary Medical Staff Benefits Everyone
Oct 25, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonThe healthcare industry has always turned to temporary medical staff for the traditional reasons. A member of a medical practice may require a leave of…read more
Four Great Benefits of Signing on with a Locums Tenens Company
Oct 18, 2022 || by Allegra HamiltonFrom Nurse Practitioners to Hospitalists, the medical field is shifting focus from permanent hires to locums tenens to fill a growing gap in supply and demand.…read more
How Blockchain Is Changing the Future of Healthcare
May 19, 2022 || by Ivana RadevskaThe American healthcare industry is currently on the cusp of a transition due to its latest technological solution - blockchain. For some time, blockchain has…read more
AI in Healthcare: It’s Growth, Benefits and Use Cases
Mar 22, 2022 || by Melanie JohnsonArtificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly mainstream and proving to be more efficient and sophisticated in various fields, including healthcare. AI’s potential is huge. This…read more
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Therapy and Allied Health Recruiting & Retention [BEST PRACTICES]
Nov 10, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaThe key to growing your practice and keeping patients happy is to have the right team. That is why therapy and allied health recruiting and…read more
A Guide to Starting Your Own Health-Related Business
Oct 15, 2021 || by Julie MorrisAre you a physician or other type of healthcare provider who wants to become more independent? If becoming an entrepreneur and starting your own health-related…read more
The Importance of Dental CE Credits for Providers
Oct 04, 2021 || by Sophia AgrellaIntroduction Dental providers go through quite a bit of education to get to the point where they can practice dental medicine. It is neither a…read more
Is There a Mental Health Crisis in America?
Sep 22, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaIs there a mental health crisis in America? Over the past year, this question has been asked occasionally due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rise…read more
10 Highest Paying Psychology Jobs
Sep 21, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaAre you considering a job in the psychology field? Jobs in the psychology field can be challenging, but full of opportunities and at the same…read more
7 Mental and Behavioral Health Trends of 2021
Sep 16, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaThe COVID-19 pandemic put tremendous strain on the healthcare industry. As demand increased for mental and behavioral health services, many providers faced decreased revenues and…read more
Telepsychiatry: Learn What It Is, its Benefits, Applications & How To Access
Sep 14, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaThe History of Technology and Telehealth at Work Before telepsychiatry even existed, telehealth was around since the early 1940’s. The world’s first example of an electronic…read more
Types Of Mental and Behavioral Health Professionals
Sep 08, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaMental and behavioral health is a complex issue that requires the support and treatment from various mental and behavioral health professionals. The goal of mental…read more
Are Unemployed Restaurant/Hospitality Workers Transitioning to Healthcare?
Jun 07, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaIs transitioning to healthcare a possible solution to the millions of unemployed restaurant/hospitality workers? Is that one way they can re-invest themselves and even possibly…read more
How Dental Locums Benefit Dental Practices
Apr 05, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaThe Dental Profession Growth According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the dental profession is expected to grow 3% from 2019 to 2029. Furthermore, the…read more
12 Questions to Help Identify Your Dental Staffing Needs
Mar 15, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaOur “new norm” is living in a world that consists of social distancing, wearing face masks, constantly cleaning and disinfecting etc. For dental practices, COVID-19…read more
8 Dental Industry Trends in 2021
Mar 10, 2021 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaThe dental industry is continuing to grow and evolve. But as we start 2021, there are specific trends that are making a positive impact in…read more
Obtain A Medical License – A Guide for Physicians
Nov 21, 2020 || by Patricia O. UrquiagaTo practice medicine in the U.S., all physicians must obtain a medical license in the state in which they intend to offer clinical medical services.…read more