Medical Assistants are allied healthcare professionals who work full-time in clinics, hospitals, and physician’s offices on clinical and other administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, measuring patient’s vital signs, collecting medical history, and maintaining inventory. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for medical assistants will grow by 14% in the next […]
Building a long-term hiring strategy for pharmacy technicians
Pharmacy technicians are hired to work along with pharmacists to ensure smooth operations, minimize medical errors, and manage inventory efficiently. Often, many facilities witness a significant setback while medical staffing, i.e., retaining the talented professionals hired. This creates a huge demand to address the staffing gaps, making it challenging to hire pharmacy technicians. Increased staff […]
Avoiding common pitfalls in hiring pharmacy technicians
Hiring a well-experienced pharmacy technician for your pharmacy comes with significant challenges. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average of around 44,900 job openings for pharmacy technicians are projected each year from 2022 to 2032. Yet, many of these positions remain unfilled due to the significant staffing gaps within the industry. There […]
How to hire top pharmacy technicians: essential things to know
Pharmacy technicians are allied health professionals who work with Pharmacists to dispense prescription medicines at local pharmacies and hospitals. They usually assist pharmacists in preparing specific dosage drugs. Compared with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians have less responsibility in addressing patient queries and educating them on medications. Pharmacy technicians handle administrative tasks and inventory management under the supervision […]
How to find the right LVN for your needs?
A Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) is vital in providing primary care for patients in facilities. LVNs directly interact with patients and provide them with full-time support and assistance while monitoring their condition. Hence, making an informed choice when you hire an LVN is crucial to ensure that you provide high-quality patient care at your facility. […]
How can you mitigate the common mistakes made by entry-level nurses?
The nurses constitute a significant proportion of all the healthcare professionals in the USA. Due to several reasons, including the aging baby boomer generation, the retiring workforce, and the increasing turnover rate among nurses, the demand for nurses is increasing year on year. As per the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for nurses […]
Leveraging a physician’s expertise to enhance patient care
Physicians are pivotal figures within the healthcare ecosystem. They diagnose and treat diseases or injuries with the help of the patient’s medical history and physical examination. Hiring a well-qualified physician is essential to guide other allied healthcare staff in their functional roles and provide holistic patient care. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, […]
Tips to ensure a nurse assistant’s compliance while hiring
Nursing assistants are healthcare professionals who have completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. They work under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and assist patients with day-to-day activities such as feeding, grooming, toileting, and medication administration. They also monitor patients’ health status and report any changes to nurses. Nursing […]
Recruiting and retaining top LPN talent: Best practices
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are healthcare providers who work closely with physicians and registered nurses (RNs) to deliver primary patient care directly to people who are sick, injured, or disabled. They work in various settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, home clinics, and other private healthcare settings. Before framing strategies to hire an LPN and […]
The importance of cross-training in allied healthcare settings
Cross-training is a strategic approach within healthcare facilities to upskill their existing allied healthcare staff beyond their primary roles. This strategy helps the facilities equip professionals with the advanced skills necessary to work in various cross-roles. Cross-training is always provided under the supervision of experienced professionals working in the concerned domain. It not only helps […]