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Top Jobs in Healthcare 2024 Did Not Include Radiologic Technology! 

The list for the best healthcare jobs in 2024 is published this month and radiologic technologist did not make the list. Radiation therapist is listed at number #24.   Trends for the job market arena are an interest that I continually monitor.  This list is compiled from the Bureau of Labor statistics and considers the future prospects (30%), wage potential (25%), employment (20%), job safety … Continue reading Top Jobs in Healthcare 2024 Did Not Include Radiologic Technology! 

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Why are Certified Bone Density Technologists Important? 

Throughout my career as a bone density technologist and a bone density technologist instructor for multiple organizations, I am consistently astounded by the number of technologists performing bone density scans who have never received professional training on how to run the bone density scanner and analyze the bone density scans (also called DXA scans). To make matters worse, I have had conversations with individuals performing … Continue reading Why are Certified Bone Density Technologists Important? 

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How Young Is Too Young to Work in Healthcare?

We are all having conversations about the shortage of healthcare professionals. What to do?    Some professions are showing upticks in student registrations for studying healthcare. Others not so much. Healthcare is generally a 24/7 career. Many high school graduates grew up in a different culture than the requirements to provide personal care services to patients. Generation Z prioritizes dignity, flexibility, and life/work balance. They push … Continue reading How Young Is Too Young to Work in Healthcare?

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Hospital at Home – A Transformative Trend   

The Hospital at Home program is an innovative care model that provides safe, high-quality, hospital-level care to older adults in the comfort of their own homes. Developed by the Johns Hopkins Schools of Medicine and Public Health, this program has been tested at medical centers across the country and has several key benefits:  Here’s how it works:  If eligible, a patient consents to participate.  The Hospital at Home® physician evaluates the … Continue reading Hospital at Home – A Transformative Trend   

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A Safer Tomorrow: Introducing SB 240

Workplace safety is a fundamental right for every employee, especially those in healthcare facilities where the risks of violence are unfortunately prevalent. Recognizing this, the Texas legislature took a significant step forward with the passage of Senate Bill 88(R) SB 240, which focuses on workplace violence prevention in specific health facilities. In this blog post, we’ll explore the backstory of the bill, answer key questions, … Continue reading A Safer Tomorrow: Introducing SB 240

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A Recap of AHEC 2023

Looking back on 2023, it has been an exciting year!  We celebrated AHEC’s 35th anniversary, along with the 35th anniversary of our President and Managing Partner Marilyn Sackett, the 30th anniversary of our Director of Business Operations Larry Carney, and the 26th anniversary of our COO Peggy Hoosier!  We were honored with an award and an article in the Healthcare Business Review Magazine, recognizing us … Continue reading A Recap of AHEC 2023

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5 of the Biggest Healthcare Stories in 2023

As the holiday season continues and the year comes to an end, there have been a lot of new healthcare advances and stories throughout the year. From AI to healthcare worker strikes, 2023 has had its fair share of healthcare news. Let’s review the 5 biggest healthcare news this year and the impact it will have going on.  Advancement of AI   AI has continued … Continue reading 5 of the Biggest Healthcare Stories in 2023

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