Let’s face it, most “easy holiday recipes” are never as quick and effortless as they claim, especially for a locum in a time crunch! The holidays can be an especially busy time for locum tenens medical providers, whether or not they’re on assignment. For those who are home for the […]
Barton Blog / Healthcare News and Trends
Category: Travel Tips
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Picking a Locum Agency Healthcare Contract for Licensure
The Top 2 Most Common Licensure Contract Options with Locum Tenens Agencies When it comes to obtaining a new state license through your locum agency, there are often a few different types of contracts to choose from. Which locum agency healthcare contract for licensure is right for you? We talk […]
Karina Kagramanov | 13 October, 2022
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Your Comprehensive Guide to the PSYPACT
Have you ever heard about the PSYPACT? If you’ve been doing locum tenens work for a while, then you may have heard of the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) if you’re a physician, or the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) if you’re a nurse practitioner. You may also know that the IMLC and NLC help healthcare […]
Karina Kagramanov | 29 August, 2022
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Best Places to Work as a Travel Family Medicine Provider in 2022
Imagine holding a job you love, but also being able to travel whenever you want and as much as you want. It’d be pretty cool, huh? You’d be able to see places you’ve always imagined visiting. Yet, it doesn’t seem possible to do this. How can you travel and do […]
Barton Team | 24 February, 2022
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5 Outdoor Activities To Do While On Assignment This Winter
*UPDATED 12/23/2021* Are you taking a locum tenens assignment this winter in a northern state? Not sure how to have fun outside in the cold? Well bundle up, get ready for an adventure, and check out the list below for some ideas on how to make the most of your […]
Emma Thompson | 23 December, 2021
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Travel Tips for Locum Tenens Providers [INFOGRAPHIC]
We know it’s hard to think of everything before traveling. That’s why we put together this infographic outlining some travel tips to keep in mind when going on assignment. Download this infographic! Ready to begin your locum tenens career with Barton Associates? Take a look at our open jobs or […]
Ellen Lowry | 22 October, 2021
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Things to Do in California [INFOGRAPHIC]
Before taking your next assignment in California, take a look at our new infographic outlining some of the great things to do while you’re in The Golden State. Download your California Travel Guide Infographic Want more content about California or other states you’re considering going on assignment in? Check out […]
Chris Keeley | 22 October, 2021
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Working Locum Tenens in South Carolina
What’s it like working locum tenens in South Carolina? One of the many benefits of working locum tenens is the opportunity to work in a variety of settings—not just healthcare facilities, but different cities and states as well. Home to one of the oldest living oak trees in the Southeast […]
Tayla Holman | 14 October, 2021
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Locum Tenens Housing
Many people think locum tenens providers have to live in an extended stay hotel for the duration of their assignment. However, that’s only one option. The type of housing that is provided depends on many factors such as the duration of an assignment, location, and the agreed upon budget. Here […]
Sophia Khawly | 16 September, 2021
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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
