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Nearly Half of 2020’s “Best Jobs” Are in Healthcare

46 of the 100 “Best Jobs” for 2020 are in healthcare, meaning now is certainly a great time to work in the industry. See which jobs made the list here.

There is no denying it; now is a great time to work in healthcare.

U.S. News & World Report has released their oft-anticipated annual list of 100 Best Jobs for 2020 and, without a doubt, the healthcare industry is the clear winner. Of the 100 to be named best overall—which were measured on multiple components, including median salary, unemployment rate, 10-year growth volume, 10-year growth percentage, future job prospects, stress level, and work-life balance—46 of them are in healthcare, making it the most popular industry to be included on the list.

See which jobs made the list below.

2. Dentist
3. Physician Assistant
4. Orthodontist
5. Nurse Practitioner
7. Physician
8. Speech-Language Pathologist
9. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
10. Veterinarian
13. Registered Nurse
15. Physical Therapist
16. Optometrist
17. Anesthesiologist
17. Obstetrician and Gynecologist
17. Surgeon
21. Nurse Anesthetist
22. Pediatrician
24. Dental Hygienist
25. Genetic Counselor
26. Physical Therapist Assistant
28. Occupational Therapist
34. Psychiatrist
37. Home Health Aide
40. Respiratory Therapist
41. Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
47. Podiatrist
52. Medical Assistant
55. Medical Records Technician
56. Prosthodontist
58. Veterinary Technologist and Technician
61. Orthotist and Prosthetist
62. Personal Care Aide
64. Massage Therapist
66. Dental Assistant
69. Physical Therapist Aide
70. Occupational Therapy Assistant
75. Radiologic Technologist
76. MRI Technologist
77. Chiropractor
82. Nurse Midwife
83. Phlebotomist
88. Dietitian and Nutritionist
89. Ophthalmic Medical Technician
90. Clinical Laboratory Technician
91. Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurse
97. Optician
99. Esthetician and Skincare Specialist

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

Healthcare Resume: 4 Steps to a Standout Professional Summary

Your professional summary is one of the most important aspects of your resume. Here’s how to get it right.

By Andrew Fennell

Your professional summary is one of the most important aspects of your resume and, therefore, you need to spend some time getting it right – at least, if you hope to secure yourself an interview.

While it can feel daunting—after all, you have just a few sentences to impress the recruiter—there are some simple steps you can follow to make writing your professional statement a bit easier.

What Is a Professional Summary and Why Do I Need One?

Your professional summary is an introductory statement that lets the recruiter know who you are. This is found at the top of your resume and should be no longer than three to five snappy sentences.

It allows the recruiter to quickly decide whether you’re a potential fit for the role, without having to read your resume in its entirety. For this reason, it needs to grab their attention right away and encourage them to keep reading.

Here is how to do it.

1. Always Start with Thorough Research

Before you begin writing your summary, you need to do your research. This will help you to tailor your statement to the specific role and company you’re applying to.

There are several resources available to help you conduct your research. Firstly, you can use the job advert to highlight the key skills and requirements that the employer is looking for.

You can also use the company’s website or run an internet search to find out more about the company and the industry as a whole.

2. Begin by Summarizing Your Experience

You should open your professional summary with an attention-grabbing sentence which outlines your job title, any standout experience or qualifications, and how many years’ experience you have.

This aims to grab the recruiter’s attention right away, highlighting why you’d be qualified for the role.

For example: I am an attentive Nurse Practitioner at {hospital name}, with three years’ experience diagnosing patients and managing their treatments.

3. Showcase Your Relevant Core Skills and Strengths

Next, you should highlight some of your core skills. At this stage, it’s a good idea to refer back to the job advert to find out which skills are most desirable to the employer.

These could be a number of soft and hard skills; for example, a nurse might want to include some of the following:

  • Clinical nursing skills (these should be tailored closely to the role you’re applying for)
  • Communication
  • Strong diagnostic skills
  • Empathy
  • Problem-solving
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Analytical skills

4. Add in a Standout Achievement or Result

Now you want to demonstrate to the recruiter how you can add real value to the business, so you need to share one or two of your key achievements from previous positions.

An example of this might be: In my current role I frequently receive personal requests and thank you notes from my patients, as a result, patient retention rates to the practice have increased by 20% this year.

Your healthcare professional summary is your chance to impress the recruiter and convince them to continue reading the rest of your resume.

Be sure to follow the four steps above, taking time and care over crafting a persuasive professional statement that is sure to increase your chances of winning the role.

Andrew Fennell is the founder of CV writing advice website StandOut CV – he is a former recruitment consultant and contributes careers advice to websites like Business Insider, The Guardian and FastCompany.

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

4 Ways Medical Offices Can Keep Their Patient Information More Organized

Looking to be more organized in 2020? That can also extend to your workplace and patient information. Here are some tips on how to keep it tidy.

By Anica Oaks

In your medical office, patient information is one of the most valuable resources you have. It makes sense, then, that in order to properly protect and maintain this information that you need to keep it organized. Though your office likely has some sort of system to keep patient information organized, there is always more that can be done. To help you take great care of the information that’s been entrusted to you, here are a few tips to help increase the organization of your patient information.

Regular Practice

One of the best ways to keep patient information organized is to make organizing a regular part of your business practices. If you limit organizing to times when everything is a mess or when you have a rare record purge, you risk losing patient information that could put you at risk of exposing this information to the wrong parties.

Even if that doesn’t occur, it will still be difficult to find the information you need if it’s only rarely organized. That’s why it’s so important to organize your patient information on a regular basis, whether it be weekly, monthly, or on some other regular schedule. By incorporating organizing into your normal routine, you’ll be far more likely to give it the time it deserves.

Designated Individual

Another challenge you may have when trying to keep your patient information organized is that everyone in your office can see it as “someone else’s” job. It’s not that people are necessarily unwilling to organize patient records, just that it’s likely not a specific job requirement of any certain person. In the midst of day-to-day busyness, then, it can be easy for your office staff to overlook the crucial role of organizing patient records.

If someone in your office is specifically responsible for organizing, however, it’s far more likely that the job will get done. So, whether you have to re-define someone’s job role to add this task or you need to hire someone new and add this to the list of their responsibilities, be sure to have someone who, among their other responsibilities, is responsible for keeping patient information organized.

Utilize Technology

When it comes to organized patient information, technology is definitely your friend. Electronic records allow you to easily and automatically keep all patient information organized and makes updating that information incredibly easy. Plus, most technology platforms that allow you to organize records also have other features that can help improve the efficiency of your office. These features include patient review software, marketing tools, personnel resources, and more. Together, these features will give you more time to focus on what’s truly important: your patients and your office staff.

Ask for Updates

In some cases, patients who you have seen in the past have moved on for one reason or another. Though privacy laws control the destruction of patient records, updating the information in these records is up to you. That’s why it’s a great idea to reach out to your patients to update their contact information, medical history, and other information pertaining to their file. This can be done when they’re in the office for an appointment or can be done by sending forms through the mail. Either way, having updated patient records is a great way to be confident in the care you’re providing.

When it comes to patient information organization, everyone benefits. Whether it’s the patients who enjoy a faster and more seamless experience when they come to the office for an appointment or it’s the office staff who enjoy less stress and more clarity, good organization is good for everyone involved. With the simple tips mentioned above, you can achieve excellent patient information organization with minimal effort.

Anica Oaks is a professional content and copywriter who graduated from the University of San Francisco. She loves dogs, the ocean, and anything outdoor-related. You can connect with Anica on Twitter @AnicaOaks.

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

Our Top 5 Healthcare Articles of 2019

With 2019 quickly coming to a close, we thought it would be a good time to take a look back at our most popular articles from the year. Read them here.

With 2019 quickly coming to a close, we thought it would be a good time to take a look back at our most popular articles from the year. Given they all had plenty of views, there’s a chance you might have seen some of these before. However, take a look at the list below for our top five most popular blogs, in case you missed some of these great reads the first time around.

1. Top 10 Professions of the Future in Healthcare


Experts believe that by 2030, these new branches of healthcare and specialties will be in demand.
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2. How Healthcare Professionals Can Make a Change When You’re on the Road to Career Burnout


Those of us who work in healthcare sometimes put our own needs last, which can lead to career burnout. Here are a few simple changes to make to feel more satisfied in your career and life in general.
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3. 4 Career Options That Don’t Require Traditional Medical Schooling


Healthcare offers many new jobs for individuals interested in a stable career, who don’t necessarily want to follow the traditional educational path.
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4. The Highest Paying Job in Every State Is in Healthcare


Yes, you read that title correctly—the highest paying job in every single state in the United States is a healthcare job.
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5. AI’s Future in Healthcare Is Not Entirely Rosy


There is a lot of interest and excitement surrounding integrating AI into healthcare, but there are a lot of hurdles that still need to be addressed.
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Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

3 Reasons to Become an Online Educator as a Medical Professional

If you’re a medical professional looking for a side gig in 2020, online education might be the right choice for you. Read about it here.

By Cristian Gallegos

In the 21st century, innovation in technology has given us, as a society, a platform to access essentially all the information in the world almost instantaneously. This immediate information, which is used in almost everything we do, can be leveraged in ways that weren’t previously available. One of the largest industries utilizing this technology in education. The shift in education to an online service has made it more accessible to those who can’t afford a traditional education and for those who operate on a schedule that isn’t conducive to a classroom, not to mention that the industry is expected to grow by approximately 11% in the next ten years.

In addition to education becoming more accessible to students, teachers, especially those working in their industry, can now work on a more flexible schedule. No longer is it necessary to commute to a school in order to give students the proper education necessary to prepare them for the workforce. Here are 3 reasons healthcare professionals should consider becoming an online educator in their field.

1. A Flexible Schedule

Having a flexible schedule is likely one of the most important things for a medical professional. As someone who is working a day (or night) job in their field, it can be incredibly difficult to make a commitment to teaching full (or part) time in a physical classroom.

2. Additional Income

One of the best reasons to become a teacher is the additional income. Although educators don’t traditionally have the highest income, as a side-gig, becoming an online educator is a great way to earn a few extra bucks.

3. Sense of Giving Back

Becoming an educator can be rewarding. For a student, having a student-teacher relationship can have a great impact on their scholarly experience. Becoming a mentor for a student can become a reality in online teaching more often than people realize. Even though there isn’t much face-to-face interaction, you’d be surprised at the relationships you build during your time as an educator.

What It Takes to Become an Online Educator

If you’re considering becoming an online educator there are a few things you should know before jumping in.

First of all, being an online educator requires a lot of experience with technology. Unlike a traditional teaching position, there typically aren’t IT resources immediately available when teaching online, therefore, being capable when working with technology is essential.

Second, having a knack for preparation is going to play a big role in the success of an online educator. Teaching requires the compliment of many resources, which is time-consuming, but essential for a class to operate.

The third, and more arbitrary trait, is the ability to work well with people. As an educator, working with students is going to be 90% of your job, and the better relationships you have with those students, the more smoothly your classes will go.

Getting into online education is not for everyone, however, if you think you’d be the right fit it could be great to get into as a way to earn a little extra money on the side. Be sure to do your research and determine if you have the right personality for the job!

Cristian Gallegos is a freelance writer living in Salt Lake City. He writes all things healthcare, technology, and IT. When he isn’t at home writing, you can find him skiing the slopes of the Wasatch mountains.

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

“If You’re Poor, You’re Dead”: Brits Shocked at U.S. Health Costs in Viral Video

“So, if you’re poor, you’re dead,” was one British woman’s reaction to finding out the sky-high cost of healthcare in the U.S. in a video that went viral this week.

“So, if you’re poor, you’re dead,” was one British woman’s reaction to finding out the sky-high cost of healthcare in the United States in a video that went viral this past week.

The video, which was released on Tuesday by @PoliticsJOE_UK on Twitter and has since been retweeted more than 30,000 times, asked people on the streets of Britain how much they thought certain healthcare products, services, and procedures cost in America for the uninsured.

Upon learning the cost of calling an ambulance ($2,500), an inhaler ($250-$350), two EpiPens ($600), childbirth ($10,000-$30,000), and an IUD ($1,300) the participants were completely gob smacked.

People in the U.K. receive healthcare through the National Health System, which is a comprehensive public health service administered by the government and paid for through taxation.

Upon finding out how much healthcare costs in the U.S., one man was then asked if it makes him grateful for the NHS. “Absolutely, absolutely,” he said. “I mean, I didn’t know how much free healthcare we got, like, just off the bat. But knowing you have to pay like $30,000 for a child, it’s outrageous. It’s really ridiculous.”

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

Tell Us: What Are You Giving Thanks for This Year?

Working in the medical field often gives you perspectives that not many other jobs can afford. Tell us, what has working in healthcare made you most thankful for?

Working in healthcare often gives you perspectives that not many other jobs afford. Day in and day out, you may not be focused on the lessons it has taught you or the reasons it has given you to be uniquely thankful, but as Thanksgiving approaches, we are asking you to reflect on those very things. What has working in healthcare made you most thankful for?

Using the form below, tell us how working in the field has shaped you for the better, what it has made you value that you might not have otherwise even noticed, and what you are giving thanks for this year, whether it be the sight of a chair after a long day on your feet, the air in your lungs, or a special coworker. Then, be sure to check back next week to read what your peers are thankful, as well.

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New Price Transparency Rules Unveiled by Trump Administration

This morning, the Trump Administration issued two rules to increase healthcare price transparency, at both hospital and payer levels.

Today, as directed by an Executive Order from President Trump, the Department of Health and Human Services announced that the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued two rules to increase healthcare price transparency, at both hospital and payer levels.

The rule changes require that pricing information be made publicly available in an effort to “increase price transparency to empower patients and increase competition among all hospitals, group health plans and health insurance issuers in the individual and group markets,” as it was stated by HHS in a press release this morning.

The first—”Calendar Year (CY) 2020 Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) & Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) Price Transparency Requirements for Hospitals to Make Standard Charges Public Final Rule”—is a rule that requires hospitals to make all standard charges, including gross charges, payer-specific negotiated rates, the amount a hospital is willing to accept in cash from a patient, and the minimum and maximum negotiated charges, public on the internet in a machine-readable file.

The second rule change, known as the “Transparency in Coverage” rule, which was proposed jointly by the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Labor, and the Department of the Treasury, would require most health insurers, including those issuing employer-based group health plans, to disclose price and cost-sharing information to participants, beneficiaries, and enrollees up front.

“President Trump has promised American patients ‘A+’ healthcare transparency, but right now our system probably deserves an F on transparency. President Trump is going to change that, with what will be revolutionary changes for our healthcare system,” said HHS Secretary Alex Azar in this morning’s press release. “Today’s transparency announcement may be a more significant change to American healthcare markets than any other single thing we’ve done, by shining light on the costs of our shadowy system and finally putting the American patient in control.”

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The Drones are Coming

Access to healthcare saw great progress this past week, with the first residential deliveries of prescriptions via autonomous drone.

It sounds like the future, but it’s happening now: prescriptions delivered via drone.

On November 1st, CVS Pharmacy and UPS’s Flight Forward subsidiary successfully used drones to deliver prescriptions to the homes of customers for the very first time.

The drone, which was developed by Matternet, departed on its inaugural flight from a CVS store in Cary, North Carolina and flew to two customers’ homes, where it then hovered about 20 feet over the ground and slowly lowered the packages to the ground via a cable and winch. One of the packages was delivered to a CVS customer with limited mobility, which makes it difficult for them to travel to a store to pick up a prescription—exactly the sort to customer CVS and UPS had in mind while getting into the drone delivery business.

“This drone delivery, the first of its kind in the industry, demonstrates what’s possible for our customers who can’t easily make it into our stores,” said Kevin Hourican, president of CVS Pharmacy, in a press release. “CVS is exploring many types of delivery options for urban, suburban and rural markets. We see big potential in drone delivery in rural communities where life-saving medications are needed and consumers at times cannot conveniently access one of our stores.”

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.

Healthcare Wastes up to $935 Billion Annually

Waste in the U.S. healthcare system accounts for nearly 25% of total spending, or $760 to $935 billion annually, according to a report published this week.

Waste in the U.S. healthcare system accounts for nearly 25% of total spending, or $760 to $935 billion annually, according to a report published this week in JAMA Open Network.

For the report, researchers broke the U.S. healthcare system’s waste into six categories, including failure of care delivery, failure of care coordination, over treatment or low-value care, pricing failure, fraud and waste, and administrative complexity. Administrative complexity accounted for the most waste, equaling $265.6 billion annually. The second most costly category was pricing failure, totaling up to $240.5 billion.

“The estimated total costs of waste and potential savings from interventions that address waste are as high as $760 billion to $935 billion and $191 billion to $282 billion, respectively,” Dr. William Shrank, Chief Medical Officer at Humana, and his colleagues wrote in the report, which was published on Monday. “These estimates represent approximately 25% of total health care expenditures in the United States, which have been projected to be $3.82 trillion for 2019.”

The report also noted that the United States currently spends more on healthcare than any other country, with costs nearing $3.6 trillion, or 18% of the gross domestic product.

Disclaimer: The viewpoint expressed in this article is the opinion of the author and is not necessarily the viewpoint of the owners or employees at Healthcare Staffing Innovations, LLC.