Physicians
Aureus Medical Blog Celebrates One Year Anniversary
Can it really be one year since we started the Aureus Medical blog? They say that time flies when you’re having fun – and even though this past year has not been easy for many people because of the job market and the overall economy – life has been okay for most in our profession and we here at Aureus have been having a lot of fun working with all of you during this last year.
Set Yourself Apart in a Competitive Market
Today’s contract employee and direct hire markets are 180 degrees different from the market two years ago. Back then, there were an abundance of jobs and high demand for both contract and full-time staff. Pay was better, benefits were better, and employees had all the leverage. However, the market has shifted drastically over the past couple years.
Preparing for your Next Assignment
No matter how many assignments you’ve worked, it can be a nerve wrecking experience when you arrive on your first day. Make sure to do as much as possible to prepare for your first few days. Here are a few suggestions that will help you prepare for a new assignment
Keys to Successful Communication
According to Wikipedia, communication is the process of transferring information from one entity to another. So what does this mean to a traveler? With much of our communication taking place through email or voicemails nowadays it’s very important to make sure your message is clear. Whether you’re communicating with your recruiter or the daytime manager in the ER, it’s very easy for communication to suffer.
Social Media DOs and DON’Ts
Everyone seems to be on Facebook, Twitter, or one of the many other social networking sites out there. These are great ways to keep in touch with friends and family. But in this age of “sharing” on these sites, some may overshare! This could cause problems when searching for a new assignment or a full-time position. According to a 2009 CareerBuilder survey, 45% of employers screen job seekers through social media.
How Important Are References?
Over the years I have read many valuable articles. Some were very specific to my particular field of sales and marketing and some were regarding customer service, the latter of which most of us can relate. In my opinion, no matter what industry you are associated with, I think this article from Advance for Respiratory Care & Sleep Medicine is extremely important. It made an impact on my thought process in regards to references and I thought you could benefit from reading it.
Get a Slimmer Waist by “Nixing” Sit-ups and Crunches?
OK travelers, spring is over, and summer is here! It’s time to get settled into your assignment and work on your beach body. There are opportunities in each of our days to get that little bit of extra burn to lose some weight.
Lessons Learned Over The Recent Tax Season
In the June issue of Healthcare Traveler, Joseph Smith, EA, owner of TravelTax LLC, wrote a great article titled, “Lessons Learned Over The Recent Tax Season.” He writes about the top misconceptions he saw in the 2009 tax year. Understanding the tax laws in the healthcare traveling industry is extremely important. If you should have [...]
Researching Your New Location
Assignments, whatever length they may be, go by faster than you think. Before you know it, the assignment is over and you may not have been able to see all that the area has to offer. We want to make sure you take the time and explore the region you are in. Your Account Manager should be able to help you research the area and find out some of the hidden gems.
A Relationship Built On Trust
Trust is one of the most important elements in every human relationship. Is a friendship, a marriage, or a dating relationship even worth it if you can’t trust the other person? Probably not! If your friend tried to set you up with someone and they described them as untrustworthy, would you still pursue the relationship? [...]
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