The Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) title reflects significant effort and dedication. Achieving this credential is just the start; PA-Cs must continue their education and stay updated on industry standards. While they are not doctors, they are well-compensated for their commitment to understanding patient needs.
Recent Posts
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Everything You Need to Know About PA-Cs
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‘I Want to See a Doctor, Not a PA’: How to Talk to Patients Who Question Your Abilities
There are any number of reasons a patient may make the request to see a doctor instead of a PA, and it’s ultimately up to you to determine if you want to engage with the conversation further. Here are some of the strategies and talking points we’ve found to be effective.
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Pros and Cons of Digital vs. Ink Fingerprinting
If you’re applying for a medical license in a state that requires fingerprints, you essentially have two options: the ink method and digital fingerprinting.
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PA Salary 2024: A Guide to the Highest Paid Specialties
Physician assistants (PAs) are an integral part of the healthcare system, providing many of the same services as physicians.
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‘I Want Them to Get to Know Me’: How Michael Nich Became Barton Associates’ Most Successful Account Executive
Nich holds the record for the highest sales of any Barton Associates employee in the company’s history—an accomplishment that recently earned him the honor of being named the inaugural inductee in the Barton Associates Hall of Fame.
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2024 Locum Tenens Physician Assistant of the Year: Amanda Berg, DMS, PA-C
“I’m so honored to have been selected for this award,” Berg said about being named Barton’s 2024 Locum Tenens Physician Assistant of the Year.
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PA Licensure Compact Enacted in 12 States
Just this month, Virginia officially adopted the PA Licensure Compact, activating the agreement among seven states and decreasing the barriers PAs face when they travel and practice.
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Much More than the Strip: Fun Things to Do in Las Vegas, Nevada
There’s much more to Las Vegas than this well-known tourist destination.
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Survey: COVID-19 Pandemic Influenced 33% of Healthcare Providers to Consider Locum Tenens Work
We polled 390 physicians, physician assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners (NPs), dentists, and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) in our network to hear if the pandemic influenced their decision to consider locum tenens work.
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National Suicide Prevention Month 2024: Curbing the Behavioral Health Staffing Shortage with Locum Tenens
Over 49,000 people died by suicide in the United States in 2022—a harrowing reality that’s equivalent to one person lost every 11 minutes.