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Health Careers Blog September 2008 Archive

By Andrea Santiago, About.com Guide to Health Careers

Top 5 Highest Paying Physician Careers

Monday September 29, 2008
Many readers and future doctors often inquire about compensation for physician careers. Physician compensation is affected by so many factors including political, geographic, and socio-economic. Most physicians are ... Read More

How Will the US Economic Crisis Affect Your Health Career?

Friday September 26, 2008
Earlier today, a motivated physician job candidate, who is being recruited by one of my hospital clients, was forced to turn down an on-site interview because there is no gasoline ... Read More

4 Characteristics of a Good Mentor

Sunday September 21, 2008
Can a mentor really help you to be successful and develop your health career? Yes! The Encarta Dictionary defines a mentor as an “experienced adviser and supporter”. ... Read More

Healthcare is Hiring!

Thursday September 18, 2008
With layoffs, uncertainty, and financial crises all around, now may be a great time for you to explore some ways to transition into the healthcare industry. Healthcare is one ... Read More

This Week in Healthcare Employment News

Monday September 15, 2008
Many interesting developments have transpired in the healthcare employment arena over the past week or so. While the financial and real estate industries struggle and falter, the healthcare industry ... Read More

Government Medical Jobs

Wednesday September 10, 2008
Many medical job options are available at government facilities and a variety of government organizations. Depending on your preference and the type of medical job you are seeking, you ... Read More

Healthcare Adds 27,000 Jobs; Unemployment at 5-Year High

Friday September 5, 2008
Unemployment has reached its highest level since 2003, according to the latest update released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The overall unemployment rate increased to 6.1 ... Read More

Are You Under-paid? Consider Your Options

Monday September 1, 2008
Are you being paid what you are worth, or are you being under-paid for your position? What would you do if you found out that your salary is well ... Read More
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