One of the potential roadblocks in the locum tenens experience is getting licensed to practice in a new state. In many cases, this process is time, money, and paperwork intensive. Massachusetts’ application is 50 pages long, while Utah’s is only four pages. There are also wide variations in the time […]
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Interstate Compact Streamlines Physician Licensure
Barton Team | 19 August, 2024
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‘I Think This Called Me’: A Chat with 2024 Locum Hero Dr. Christine Rizkalla, DMD
“It’s very humbling—I don’t see myself as a hero,” Rizkalla said about being named this year’s Locum Hero. “As a healthcare professional, I believe that giving back to others is my duty. I hope this award will help raise awareness for the charities I support and my fellow volunteers.”
Mike Connors | 15 August, 2024
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Checking In with 2021 Locum Hero Dr. Prerna Mona Khanna
Since Khanna won Barton’s Locum Hero award in 2021, she said she’s been doing “great,” working a flexible day job at her 10 private worker’s compensation practices across southern California.
Mike Connors | 8 August, 2024
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Paying Down Student Debt as a Locum Tenens Provider
It’s important to consider how you want to pay off your student debt. Read on to learn about budgeting, options during residency, and plans to pay off debt.
Liliana French | 1 August, 2024
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What Comes After Residency? 3 Tips for Getting a Locum Tenens Job
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel—after years of schooling and working grueling hours in a healthcare facility as a resident, you’re finally almost ready to start your career as a physician. But what comes after residency?
Mike Connors | 25 July, 2024
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Medical Moonlighting: Make More Money by Going Locum Tenens
Healthcare professionals looking to make more money outside their permanent position can do so as a locum tenens provider.
Liliana French | 18 July, 2024
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Why Choose Barton Associates for Locum Tenens Staffing over Managed Service Providers (MSPs)?
What’s the difference between Barton Associates and MSPs? Here’s the pros of working with us and what separates us from the competition.
Desirae Sin | 11 July, 2024
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Eliminating Dental Deserts and Expanding Dental Services with Locum Tenens Dentists
Dentists are not distributed equally across the country. In fact, according to the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), around 58 million Americans live in areas designated as a dental health professional shortage area (HPSA).
Mike Connors | 3 July, 2024
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Healthcare Staffing in 2024: Why Become a Locum Tenens Provider?
The locum tenens industry itself actually grew by a tremendous 17% in 2023—meaning more facilities across the country are using locum tenens providers to solve staffing shortages.
Mike Connors | 27 June, 2024
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Locum Tenens Tax Deductions You Didn’t Know About
Check out locum tenens tax deductions you didn’t know about! This blog covers rent, travel, your home office and health insurance.
Barton Team | 20 June, 2024
