The Role of Occupational Medicine Doctors
There are so many specialties and healthcare niches that it can be hard to keep up sometimes! Considering that medicine is an industry that never really rests, it’s only natural that doctors are needed in lots of different areas throughout society. One specialty that provides jobs different from many standard hospital-based positions is occupational medicine. Whether you’re a student or looking for a new professional pursuit, we’ll...
What is Medical Moonlighting? A Locum Tenens Guide
Physician jobs remain in high-demand within the United States. This means that employers are pretty flexible when it comes to scheduling. Although permanent physicians work many hours a week, some still seek extra income and experience in their free time. Today, you’ll find an increasing amount of moonlighting jobs for locum tenens and even non-traveling physician positions. So, what is medical moonlighting and why do so many...
Locum Tenens Vs. Permanent Physician Jobs
If you are a doctor who is trying to decide whether you want to stick with a permanent physician job or start traveling, there’s much to think about! Of course, there is the obvious question – do you want to stay in one place or constantly relocate? Beyond that, there are more in-depth pros and cons to consider when contemplating your career choice. Ultimately, the decision will come down to what best suits your lifestyle, as locum...
Medical Ethics : Dilemmas Doctors Face Today
Doctors often face a variety of ethical issues in their promise to provide healthcare to the best of their ability. Ethical issues in healthcare include a wide range of topics from the use of Narcan to physician-assisted suicide. Check out these often asked questions surrounding medical ethics. Medical Ethics Issues 1. Narcan The opioid epidemic is becoming an increasingly large problem in the United States. With that said, the...
Should I Become an Emergency Medicine Physician?
For new doctors, there are few decisions as thrilling and stressful as choosing a specialty. Early in your career, you are likely to have only rough ideas of the healthcare settings you enjoy working in. However, choosing a medical specialty means choosing the setting that you plan to practice in for decades to come. Many young physicians often gravitate toward emergency medicine. Not only are emergency doctors in high demand, but...