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The Interviewing Process

Published January 14, 2009 12:15 PM by Joseph Marra

Well, I have been at my new office now for over a month, and yesterday's schedule had 38 people on! Yes, it is really taking off.  I have advertised again, and I'm thankful for the responses. I will be interviewing three new prospects at the end of the week.

It really is difficult to see patients and manage a a busy practice at the same time. I plan on hiring some individuals to take up some of the slack. I still intend to practice on occasion; however, I am unable to continue this pace!

I have also just hired two ultrasound techs. One's specialty is in cardiovascular medicine, and the other is in general medicine. I will be hiring a women's health NP to care for my female population.

This venture has just exploded with opened doors and opportunities. If you believe in the premise that "Thought becomes reality" then, the sky is the limit. I feel strongly that medicine needs to transition into having several specialties under one roof.  People enjoy convenience, and practitioners should welcome the continuity of care. I have also hired a hypnotherapist as well who also is a Reiki master. She is doing wonderful things for smoking cessation and stress management. Patients are always asking of "natural" ways of healing, therefore I offer these alternative services as well.

I will continue with the updates each time I blog for those who are interested.

2 comments

Medicaid actually offer's incentive programs for those working in an underserved area.  Until recently I was unaware of all the programs and incentives that they offer.  It would be wise to consult your medicaid advisor.

Joseph Marra, Family Health - CRNP, Urgent Care Center January 20, 2009 8:50 AM
Altoona PA

We just opened our second office in Marietta Georgia and we are seeing about 30 patients per day, however the day to day grind of management is trying!

I have a partner who handles the business side, but I am in charge of marketing.  

Our primary population is the medicaid population and we have not seen an increase in reimbursement in 6 years.  

Any suggestions on this?

Mary Cahill-Roberts, Pediatrics - Owner, Nuestros Ninos Our Kids Pediatrics, Inc January 17, 2009 9:41 AM
Austell GA

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