Earlier this year, Barton Associates announced its second annual Locum Heroes campaign, with a focus on giving back to locum tenens providers who make a difference in their communities, near and far. In response, we received more than 100 nominations, each describing incredible stories of the ways that locum providers […]
Recent Posts
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Meet Our 2020 Locum Hero: Heather H., FNP
Barton Team | 12 August, 2020
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PAs and NPs Play an Increasing Role in Healthcare
Much of the United States is facing a serious shortage of healthcare providers. The health provider shortfall is especially acute for primary care professionals, and especially in rural areas. This shortage is made especially acute by our aging population. The Association of Academic Medical Colleges predicts a US shortage of […]
Luke Curtis, MD, MS | 30 July, 2020
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Exploring DSO’s as a Locum Dentist
If you’re a young dentist looking for employment or an older dentist seeking to retire, then there is good chance that you will be talking with some Dental Service Organizations, also known as DSO’s. Despite often being looked upon with disdain as “corporate” dental offices, DSO arrangements are becoming more […]
Paul Rickard, DDS | 30 July, 2020
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Hobbies That Travel Well
Just because you’re on the road doesn’t mean you need to set aside hobbies you enjoy. Wondering what hobbies are particularly amenable to a locum tenens’ lifestyle? Here are eight portable ways to enjoy your free time away from home. The first few are best suited for metropolitan areas while […]
Teresa Otto, MD | 15 July, 2020
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Medical Documents: Tips for Staying Organized
Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses and credit, Medical License and Board certifications, Maintenance of Certification (MOC), Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and more! There are so many documents that healthcare providers need to keep track of. Having an organized and efficient system ensures that you’re on […]
Dr. Eki Abrams, MD | 12 May, 2020
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States Lifting Restrictions on Dentistry Procedures Right Now [COVID-19]
While bans on dental procedures have varied from state to state during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are now seeing some of these restrictions starting to lift. Originally intended to help dedicate resources to fighting the virus, we have seen changes to the rules for dentistry in the following states. Read […]
Barton Team | 29 April, 2020
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Interview with Dr. Sheneen L., Locum Physician in NYC during COVID-19 [VIDEO]
While healthcare professionals across the country are stepping up to help fight COVID-19, locum tenens providers have a distinct advantage in that their flexible schedules allow time spent in areas where it’s needed most. Dr. Sheneen Lalani, D.O., is Barton Locum physician who specializes in internal medicine and palliative care, […]
Barton Team | 23 April, 2020
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An Overview of Physician Burnout
Introduction Have you ever felt overwhelmed just thinking about all the things you need to get done at work? Like everything you do is not enough? If so, you may be experiencing symptoms of physician burnout. Physician burnout affects many healthcare providers; with a recent report by Medscape that found […]
Dr. Melissa de Capua DNP PMHNP | 21 April, 2020
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How Locum Tenens Can Improve Job Satisfaction
Locum tenens is becoming increasingly popular among healthcare providers. A physician staffing survey showed that the number of U.S. doctors working locum tenens has nearly doubled to 48,000 since 2002. At a time when physician burnout and job dissatisfaction are increasing, locum tenens offers an alternative to full-time employment that […]
Tayla Holman | 2 April, 2020
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JCAHO is Inspecting the Hospital, Now What?
As luck would have it, your assignment coincides with a Joint Commission (TJC) inspection. The organization is beefing up protocols, tucking away all that equipment stored in a back corridor of the operating room, and double-checking expiration dates on medication vials. They don’t have time to coach you. While you […]
Teresa Otto, MD | 31 March, 2020
