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What Can a Physician Assistant (PA) Do?

Physician assistants (PAs) are an integral part of the healthcare system. PAs provide many of the same services as physicians. Their scope of practice, dependent […]

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My Locum Story: S. Wilkinson Unlocked New Experiences Through Locum Tenens

“I had a great experience [working] with Barton,” Wilkinson said.

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What is a DEA License? The Basics You Need to Know

In the United States, physicians—as well as nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs), depending on where they practice—often prescribe controlled substances to patients who […]

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A Guide to Physician Assistant Specialties and PA Types

Much like with physicians, PAs (short for Physician Assistant or Physician Associate) have increasingly moved away from the model of general practice towards specialization. In […]

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Update Your Resume: 5 Areas to Focus On

Resumes are the hiring version of a first impression, so it’s important for them to be comprehensive and concise.

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My Locum Story: Dr. D. Edwards Finds Stability at One Assignment

Extending his assignment has become so simple that Edwards' recruiter for the last two years asks him whether he’d like to extend his assignment. He's […]

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PSYPACT Explained: An Overview

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 […]

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The Job Hunt Timeline: Preparing for Your Career During College 

Wondering how you can prepare for the job hunt while you’re still studying in college? Follow our timeline.

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“I Want to See a Doctor, Not an NP”: How to Talk to Patients Who Question Your Abilities

You walk into the exam room or emergency department, or you are making the rounds for a physician. A patient utters the words you dread […]

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Inside The ‘Silver Tsunami’ and Its Impact on Healthcare Staffing

When we talk about the “silver tsunami” in the context of healthcare, it’s important to remember that both patients and medical providers are aging.

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Dr. Alok Kumar Gupta Named Barton Associates’ 2023 Locum Hero

Gupta, a primary care physician living in Danville, California, demonstrated a clear passion for providing quality healthcare services to patients as a locum tenens provider.

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‘All in a Day’s Work’: Inside 2023 Locum Hero Dr. Alok Gupta’s Passion for Healthcare

“I believe a physician gives a part of themselves to every patient that they see, touch, or treat,” said Dr. Alok Kumar Gupta, the winner […]

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