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Thursday, October 6th, 2022 in General.
Surgeons improve the lives of their patients through their dedication and expert care. As a result, they’re in high demand, and their skills are always in need. General surgeons are trained to perform a wide range of surgical procedures on patients of all ages. They can treat conditions affecting any area of the body and Read more…
Wednesday, September 21st, 2022 in General.
Working with locum tenens doctors and advanced practice providers is a smart move for healthcare facilities. These talented and skilled professionals provide much-needed coverage while freeing up full-time staff to take on other important responsibilities. Locum tenens clinicians can step in and provide quality care when needed, meaning that your patients never have to suffer Read more…
Wednesday, September 14th, 2022 in General.
The field of medicine encompasses many different specialties. Some (Cardiology, Oncology, Family Practice) are more commonly known than others. However, some of the more specific specialties offer rewarding opportunities for physicians and APPs. One less known, but equally necessary specialty is occupational medicine. Occupational medicine is a field that focuses on the health and safety Read more…
Thursday, August 25th, 2022 in General.
Medical facilities continuously need new staff as employees retire, advance in their careers, or leave for temporary maternity or sick leave. Physician burnout is another factor that may affect staff availability. A recent survey revealed that 1 in 5 physicians are likely to leave their current practice within 2 years because of the recent stress Read more…
Thursday, August 4th, 2022 in General.
Worldwide, an incredible 310 million major surgeries are performed annually, with around 40 to 50 million in the United States. Safe and effective anesthesia ensures these procedures go as smoothly as possible. Anesthesiology is an extremely specialized field. These highly trained doctors are responsible for administering anesthesia to patients before, during, and after surgery. In Read more…
Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 in General.
Working locum tenens is a fantastic way to explore new places, experience different hospital environments, and make a high income while expanding your career horizons. However, you may have concerns that working locums is more uncertain than a permanent position with a predictable salary and set hours. The reality is that locums doctors and APPs Read more…
Thursday, July 7th, 2022 in General.
Health facilities rely on a core group of physicians, APPs, and other health care professionals to care for their patients. OB/GYNs are an essential part of this group, providing critical services to women at all stages of life. However, OB/GYNs are in high demand, and there’s a growing shortage of these specialists. This deficit translates Read more…
Wednesday, June 15th, 2022 in General.
There are over 6,000 hospitals in the United States, representing almost 1 million staffed beds. Medical teams across the country provide care for the 33 million hospital admissions annually. With staggering figures like these, it’s no wonder the demand for hospitalists has been rising in recent years. A hospitalist is a physician who specializes in Read more…
Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 in General.
The benefits of working locum tenens are numerous. As a locum tenens physician or advanced practice provider, you can work as little or as much as you like, set your own schedule, choose the assignments that appeal to you the most and balance your work and home life as you see fit. You’ll also be Read more…
Saturday, May 28th, 2022 in General.
There are few things as important as having an experienced, high-caliber team in place when it comes to critical care. But what happens when your critical care staff is stretched thin and finding qualified doctors to fill those roles is challenging and time-consuming? That’s where locum tenens physicians and advanced practice providers come in, providing Read more…