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​“It’s amazing that the amount of news that happens in the world every day always just exactly fits the newspaper.” – Jerry SeinfeldWhether you are interviewing for a new job, looking to change career paths, pursuing a promotion or just cruising along in your current career, staying up to date on the news in our profession is critical. And, with all due respect to Mr. Seinfe...

​Walgreens, the second largest pharmacy chain in the U.S., is about to acquire nearly 2,000 Rite Aid stores in a $4.3 billion dollar deal. It will then close the doors on about 1/3 of them in an effort to consolidate and optimize their operation. Walgreens is not disclosing which Rite Aid stores will be closed, but most will likely be within a mile of currently operating Wal...

​The windy city is stirring things up in the pharmacy world. A proposal is heading before a city council could limit the number of patients a pharmacist could check to no more than 10 per hour, along with other safety restrictions as well. The move comes on the heels of a 2016 investigative report in the Chicago area that found 52% of pharmacies failed to warn patients about...

Are there still jobs for pharmacists? According to data from the Pharmacy Workforce Center we have entered a period of balance between pharmacists and available jobs. However, a closer look at the latest data reveals important career considerations for pharmacists as they look for new opportunities.One tool used to assess the availability of jobs for pharmacists in the U.S. ...

​This month we are celebrating National Healthcare Recruiter Recognition Month! In 1991, Congress announced that the first Tuesday in June will be dedicated to the hardworking recruiting professionals that contribute to and promote healthcare organizations every day.We applaud all healthcare recruiters today, especially our own at Medical Recruitment Strategies! Our team of ...

​Happy National Men’s Health Week! At Medical Recruitment Strategies we care about your health and this week we are highlighting men’s health.  Share these 3 Men’s Health Tips!Stay on Top of Your HealthIt is very important to schedule and keep your yearly checkups with your doctor. Pay attention to warning signs and symptoms including shortness of breath, chest pain, excessi...

It’s National Women’s Health Week! At Medical Recruitment Strategies, we honor the women who have made positive impacts in the healthcare industry as well as our female staff members.Here are 5 Simple Changes to Improve Your Health!1. Start Your Day With A Smoothie!We get it, caffeine is your lifeline and if you’re among the millions of women who start their day with coffee,...

Diosandy became a Licensed Practical Nurse in 2010 and has loved her nursing career since! Having started working with MRS in 2014, Diosandy works as a traveling Nurse Consultant serving long-term care facilities and their pharmacies. When asked what the most rewarding aspect of her job is, she says it“is the satisfaction of being able to contribute to the overall care of a ...