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Mixed Roots: Employee inclusion group for our Latinx community

For nearly two decades, CHG has cultivated a people-focused culture that believes our differences make us stronger, and we know that our people and their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are what make us successful. CHG is committed to inclusion, and we feel that supporting our employees and employee inclusion groups (EIGs) helps to foster engagement and a greater sense of belonging and connection. One of our largest EIGs is called Mixed Roots.
Founded in 2022, Mixed Roots cele...

Turn your internship into a thriving career at CHG Healthcare

At CHG, interns get hands-on experience working with industry experts in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. From day one, you'll be given meaningful projects that allow you to make a real impact and have access to mentorship and professional development opportunities, including multiple networking opportunities.
So how can you turn your CHG internship into a full-time career? Start by applying early for the internship.
“We get a lot of applicants for our internships,” shares Jen Mejia, talent ac...

Making a difference: CHG’s community impact program

Putting People First is at the core of everything we do at CHG Healthcare. It’s what inspires us to make a difference, not only for each other and our providers, but in the communities where we live. So in addition to delivering healthcare professionals to the places they’re needed most, we also give back through our community impact program and the Making a Difference Foundation. Here’s how these programs work.
CHG’s community impact program is dedicated to creating opportunities for our people...

Why CHG Healthcare is one of the best places to work

At CHG Healthcare, our people are at the heart of everything we do and the reason we’ve consistently been recognized as one of the best places to work for more than a decade. Together, we’ve cultivated a people-focused culture that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work. We have worked hard to create an inclusive and welcoming environment that celebrates diversity and promotes workplace flexibility.
But don’t take our word for it. Here are just a few of the awards that have...

Developing an authentic DEI program for healthcare organizations

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn’t just the latest organizational craze. It’s an important workplace initiative that requires real change and intentional action to create a positive, lasting impact for your employees. Whether you’re looking to enhance your DEI program or just starting your DEI journey, here are six practical tips from leaders in healthcare on how to effectively implement meaningful DEI initiatives in your organization.
For a DEI initiative to have any footing, it needs...

CHG Healthcare empowers women to grow in their careers

The CHG Healthcare story began in 1979 when a University of Utah physician developed the concept of locum tenens (traveling physicians) as a way to deliver much-needed medical care to rural areas across the country. More than 40 years later, CHG has become one of the leading healthcare staffing companies in the nation, providing temporary and permanent placement of physicians, allied health professionals, and nurses to healthcare facilities around the world. Last year, the company placed 17,000...

8 reasons millennials like working at CHG

At CHG, our culture and core values are at the heart of our organization and create a workplace that’s not only fun, but inclusive, meaningful, and supportive. Employees have the opportunity to grow their careers and know that they make a difference every day to each other, our customers, and our community. Here are just a few of the reasons why millennials say they love working at CHG.
Our people work hard every day to place healthcare providers in temporary and permanent jobs in facilities acr...

5 core values our people live by

What makes CHG Healthcare a great place to work? Our people and the core values they uphold every day:
These core values are the foundation of our people-centric culture, providing us the opportunity to elevate our thinking and empowering our people to be their best.
Learn more about each of our core values:
Putting People First is at the core of everything we do. That means we make decisions with the best interests of our people in mind and consider the thoughts and feelings of others before ac...

Healthcare travel taxes for PAs, NPs, and allied workers: 6 things to know

Working as an advanced practice (AP) locum or an allied traveler is a rewarding career, but the taxes that go along with working in multiple states can be a bit of a headache. That’s why it’s important to make sure you’re prepared and plan accordingly. Here are six things every traveler should know to make filing your taxes easier.

1. Understand the difference between 1099 and W-2

A 1099 employee is a self-employed independent contractor who’s paid according to their contract and uses a 1099 f

From start to finish: Tips for a successful locums assignment

Physicians choose to work locum tenens assignments for a variety of reasons — as a bridge from full-time work into retirement, as a way to earn extra money on the side, or because they enjoy travel, to name a few. Whatever your reason, with the right planning and preparation, a locum tenens assignment can be a positive and rewarding experience. Orthopedic surgeon and longtime locum tenens traveler Dr. Sonya Sloan shares her tips and advice on how to have a successful locum tenens assignment.

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