The Barton Blog

The Barton Blog

Perks of Ditching Remote Work to Return to the Office

Many companies across the U.S. have begun the transition back into the office, including at Barton Associates, where our employees are expected to work in […]

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Survey: 9 in 10 PAs Believe the PA Licensure Compact is Taking Too Long to Implement

Learn more about what the PAs in our network think about the PA Licensure Compact!

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4 Tips for Caring for Your Mental Health as a Healthcare Provider

There’s a mental health crisis among health workers in the United States and the problem is showing no signs of slowing down.

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4 Reasons to Work in Hardwick, MA

Tired of the hustle and bustle of the city? Want to live and work in a more rural area of the country full of nature? […]

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Trends in Emergency Healthcare: Go Locum, Go Rural

A study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine says 92% of the 48,835 clinically active emergency physicians in the United States practice in more […]

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NP Scope of Practice vs. Independent Practice: What’s the Difference?

Discussions involving nurse practitioners (NPs) and their role in healthcare often include terms such as “scope of practice,” “independent practice,” and “prescriptive authority.” It’s clear […]

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4 Key Skills Employers Seek in Job Candidates

When employers screen candidates for open positions on their teams, they typically seek to assess whether the applicant has a few cornerstone skills that will […]

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Barton Associates Promotes Vanessa Moriarty to Senior Director of Staffing & Sales

In her new role, Moriarty will leverage her vast knowledge of the locum tenens industry to lead teams of experienced staffing consultants and account executives […]

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Report: Healthcare Facilities Across the U.S. Struggle to Fill PA Positions

Experienced and skilled physician assistants (PAs) are in demand across the country—and according to some PAs, healthcare facilities across the United States are struggling to […]

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4 Organization Tips for Successful People

Keeping your personal items tidy and your to-do list optimized can increase your productivity, reduce stress, boost your creativity, and even improve your relationships with […]

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Checklist: What to Bring on Your First Locum Tenens Assignment

If you’re nervous about what lies ahead, don’t worry—that’s normal. We’re here to help you get your ducks in a row before you set off […]

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4 Reasons to Work in Las Vegas, NV

Dazzling neon lights, bustling casinos, swanky restaurants, giant fountains—when someone says “Las Vegas,” you likely conjure up images like these first.

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