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Sophia Khawly Named Barton Associates’ 2024 Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner of the Year

Khawly is based in Miami, Florida but takes locum tenens assignments across the United States, traveling to rural areas and serving diverse and geriatric patient […]

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2024 Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner of the Year: Sophia Khawly, MSN, ARNP, FNP-BC

“I always tell nurse practitioners that locum tenens is the ultimate life hack,” Khawly said.

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Barton Associates’ Katie Kuhl Named to SIA’s 2024 ‘Global Power 150 Women in Staffing’ List

Kuhl has been recognized on the SIA Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list for the second consecutive year.

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Survey: 39% of Nurse Practitioners Say COVID-19 Pandemic Influenced Interest in Locum Tenens

Of the 144 NPs surveyed, 13% said the COVID-19 pandemic is directly responsible for why they consider locum tenens, while over one-quarter (26%) said it […]

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Pros & Cons of Locums as a Resident or New Medical Graduate

If you're a resident who's about to complete your training program requirements or a new medical graduate from your residency program, you have countless career […]

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Everything You Need to Know About PA-Cs

The Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) title reflects significant effort and dedication. Achieving this credential is just the start; PA-Cs must continue their education and stay updated […]

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‘I Want to See a Doctor, Not a PA’: How to Talk to Patients Who Question Your Abilities

There are any number of reasons a patient may make the request to see a doctor instead of a PA, and it’s ultimately up to […]

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Four Personality Traits of Successful Salespeople

Those who are cut out for sales typically achieve immense success when they possess the drive to succeed.

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Pros and Cons of Digital vs. Ink Fingerprinting

If you're applying for a medical license in a state that requires fingerprints, you essentially have two options: the ink method and digital fingerprinting.

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‘I Want Them to Get to Know Me’: How Michael Nich Became Barton Associates’ Most Successful Account Executive

Nich holds the record for the highest sales of any Barton Associates employee in the company’s history—an accomplishment that recently earned him the honor of […]

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Are Sales Jobs Worth It?: 4 Reasons to Work a Sales Job

At Barton, you'll create meaningful relationships with your clients and providers to help patients across the country access the quality healthcare services they deserve.

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Amanda Berg, DMS, PA-C, Named Barton Associates’ 2024 Locum Tenens Physician Assistant of the Year

This inaugural award, presented annually during PA Week (Oct. 6–12), recognizes one PA who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to their profession and patients.

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