Many countries across the globe are now facing a new problem brought about by an aging population. Improvements in healthcare, nutrition and overall health has lead to the general population living longer. As people live longer, they become more likely to need additional healthcare services as ailments linked to old age begin to effect them. This has put an increased strain on healthcare facilities in the US and around the world, as well as pressure on Governments to begin taking steps to combat this issue.

For aging citizens, a shortage of physicians, nurses and other healthcare facilities can be a serious problem. As they are the most susceptible demographic of the population, illnesses that may be acute for younger people can affect them much more severely. Therefore, if there is no healthcare staffing to help treat and care for them, it can lead to increased complications and in some cases even death. Physician and nursing shortages is a real problem in the healthcare industry and EmpowerCare is working hard to bridge the gap between supply and demand for physicians.

Acute shortage of qualified physicians

According to the latest reports featured in CBS News, The USA is going to face an even greater deficit of physicians by the year 2025. Some estimate close to an extra 52,000 physicians are needed for the general population. Physician and healthcare staffing is extremely important and to fill the enormous number of vacancies will be a massive challenge over the coming years for hospitals, clinics and staffing agencies.

There are a number of reasons for the shortage of qualified physicians. It can be contributed to the high level of work stress suffered from physicians, working under administrative pressure and a reluctance from physicians to work in rural areas for lower pay and lower prestige. EmpowerCare maintains a large pool of qualified candidates and offers per diem and travel roles to help combat burnout and administrative pressure.

It is important that physician recruiters speed up their work and start listing jobs for the qualified candidates. If there is option to work on a contractual basis, then many candidates will be keen to get placement. If you are in a healthcare facility seeking candidates for your organization or a family physician, don’t hesitate to contact us. All the needs for physician staffing are fulfilled here.