Navigating the Physician Shortage Crisis: The Growing Importance of Locum Tenens

In this episode of Elevate Care, host Liz Cunningham sits down with Patrick Hemstreet, Senior Director of Strategy at AMN Healthcare, to tackle the pressing issue of the physician shortage crisis. Together, they explore the evolving role of locum tenens in healthcare staffing, the impact of workforce technology and VMS systems, and how advancements in AI and automation are reshaping the industry. From the challenges of credentialing to the opportunities for younger physicians, this episode dives deep into the strategies and innovations needed to address the growing demand for healthcare professionals.

Chapters
• 00:00 - Understanding the Physician Shortage Crisis
• 02:56 - The Role of Locum Tenens in Healthcare Staffing
• 05:51 - Workforce Technology and VMS in Healthcare
• 09:03 - The Future of Locum Tenens and Physician Staffing
• 11:55 - Leveraging Technology for Efficient Staffing
• 14:45 - Navigating Challenges in Locum Tenens Management
• 17:51 - The Impact of AI and Data on Healthcare Staffing
• 20:50 - Trends and Innovations in Physician Shortages

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About Patrick Hemstreet:
Patrick Hemstreet is a distinguished healthcare executive with over 20 years of leadership experience, currently serving as Senior Director of Strategy at AMN Healthcare, a leader in innovative talent solutions for healthcare organizations.

Patrick is known for his technology expertise. Patrick has driven innovations around cutting-edge solutions, including AI applications, Vendor Management Systems (VMS), and workforce optimization platforms. He leads multiple market intelligence programs at AMN Healthcare. Patrick has held various positions as a healthcare executive including Chief Strategy Officer and President. Patrick was involved in the envisioning and building of early gen healthcare SaaS platforms that provided telehealth, EHR, and billing throughput functionalities. Patrick holds an MBA from Texas Tech University, multiple healthcare certifications (including the certification in intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring), and is a published sci-fi author and former U.S. Navy member.


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