The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) published new research back in April that confirms what many American organizations are already predicting: that the United States will face a shortage of physicians over the next decade.
Make a Better First Impression at Your Job Interview
Just as in job hunting in any other industry, when interviewing for jobs in the healthcare industry you want to make the best first impression you possibly can. The market is extremely competitive, and even when you have a strong
Today’s Biggest Challenges to Healthcare Staffing
There is a reason that we do what we do—healthcare staffing can be extremely challenging, especially at a time when the healthcare industry is constantly pressured to cut costs, improve quality, and adapt to healthcare reform. If you are a
What Healthcare Employers Can’t Ask in a Job Interview
There are a number of question types that employers are simply not allowed to ask in a job interview, and the healthcare industry is no exception. In fact, questions that relate to the protected classes of race, gender, nationality, religion,
Healthcare Hosts 6 of the 10 Hardest-to-Fill Positions
The healthcare sector continues to see the greatest need for experienced professionals, having more staffing needs than any other occupational sector. According to the latest Skills Gap Index released by the American Staffing Association (ASA), six of the top ten
Telemedicine: The Pros and Cons
Telemedicine, also known as telehealth, is a newer technology that has the potential to change the face of medicine. In a nutshell, it allows patients to meet with physicians in real time via telecommunications technology like phone calling and video
The Many Medical Specialties for Physicians
Soon-to-be physicians attending medical school have a lot to think about when choosing whether to practice primary care or to specialize. The majority of MD students end up choosing to specialize, and about 35 percent of DO students choose to
Beating Burnout as a Healthcare Professional
Earlier this month we discussed the many signs of burnout in healthcare professionals, as well as the importance of identifying those signs. Recognizing burnout as it hits allows healthcare professionals to address burnout before it escalates into something that would
Are You Experiencing Burnout?
The healthcare field is a fast-paced and ever-evolving field, and it has a reputation for inducing high levels of stress. When these high levels of stress are sustained over an extended period of time, the healthcare professional can eventually enter
DO vs. MD: What’s the Difference?
Ever heard the term “osteopathic medicine” and wondered what sets it apart in the healthcare field? Well, the answer lies in the fact that practicing physicians in the United States hold either a DO degree or an MD degree. The