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Barton Blog / Healthcare News and Trends
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Physician Assistant Salary Trends Throughout the Years
US News ranked physician assistants as the #2 Best Healthcare Job in their 2024 rankings, and as #5 in their 100 Best Jobs. This ranking was partially informed by Bureau of Labor Statistics projections that the PA profession will experience a 27% increase in employment from 2022 to 2032, which […]
Barton Team | 29 August, 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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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
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Survey Finds Nearly Half of PAs Find the Term ‘Mid-Level Provider’ Offensive
In recent years, the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) has encouraged the discontinuation of using “mid-level provider” to describe physician assistants/associates (PAs), arguing that the term is antiquated and offensive.
Mike Connors | 10 June, 2024
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How to Create the Perfect Locum Tenens CV
A clear and concise CV is critical to securing locum tenens jobs. Barton Associates is here to aid you with your job applications and process.
Desirae Sin | 28 May, 2024
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Day in the Life of a Consultation-Liaison Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Melissa De Capua describes her experiences as a consultation-liaison (C-L) psychiatric nurse practitioner. Her story goes into detail about the medical staff’s process and patient care.
Desirae Sin | 23 May, 2024
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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!
Mike Connors | 9 May, 2024
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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 keep up with hiring.
Mike Connors | 4 April, 2024
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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 on your adventure.
Mike Connors | 21 March, 2024
