Pharmacists manage much more than dispensing medications. Throughout the day, they may be processing prescriptions, communicating with healthcare providers, assisting patients and coordinating with other pharmacy staff, all while managing a steady flow of incoming calls. For pharmacies that accept prescriptions by phone, those calls add another important communication workflow to an already busy environment. … Continued
You requested it; we implemented it. TL;DR Key Takeaways Modernized Enterprise Console: OnPage introduces a cleaner interface and simplified navigation to streamline healthcare communication management. Improved Administrative Workflows: Drag-and-drop on-call scheduling, simplified call routing, dedicated line management, and enhanced message tracking make everyday tasks easier. Familiar Clinical Experience: Doctors, nurses, and clinicians can continue using … Continued
Remember the small rectangular devices that could receive short messages? Some may think of it as an outdated device that people have long forgotten about, while others still use it to this day. Pagers, although becoming less and less relevant, are still used by many large hospitals that deem them an essential tool for their … Continued
Secure messaging apps for healthcare workers are platforms designed to enable HIPAA-compliant communication, real-time collaboration and coordination, and urgent alerting across clinical teams for timely response. In modern hospitals, communication is no longer just about sending messages. It’s about ensuring the right person receives the right information and acts on it quickly. As a result, … Continued
In recent years, the healthcare industry has been facing a pivotal shift on the communication front, with smartphones outpacing pagers as the tool of choice. So, I want to highlight how this shift came to be and why legacy pager systems fall short in the era of real-time communication and collaboration. From patient outcomes to … Continued
Whether it’s your first or hundredth home call shift, preparing yourself both physically and mentally is crucial. These shifts can be unpredictable, demanding, and emotionally taxing, making it essential to prioritize your well being while maintaining your readiness to provide the best possible patient care. By adopting effective time management, organization, and healthy strategies, you … Continued
Organizations across the globe are seeing rapid growth in the technologies they use every day. And while the healthcare industry has always been slow to adopt, they are quickly starting to benefit from the role new technologies play in enhancing patient care and operational efficiency. However, one major setback for healthcare SMBs when investing in … Continued
Recognition highlights OnPage’s commitment to advancing healthcare communication through new integrations and platform upgrades. Waltham, MA — August 21, 2024 — OnPage Corporation, a leading provider and pioneer of clinical communication and collaboration solutions, announced today that it has been included in the Constellation ShortListâ„¢ for Clinical Communication in Q3 2024. The technology vendors and … Continued
Best Practices for Hospital Discharge Processes Establishing an effective hospital discharge process is a crucial part of a patient’s stay and can significantly impact the success of their recovery. Patients, families, and subsequent care providers require a detailed education on continued treatment, aftercare processes, and required medications, to avoid any complications that may surface during … Continued
The Rising Threat of Cybercrime in Healthcare Of growing concern to both patients and the professionals who facilitate their care is the growing trend of healthcare organizations being preyed upon by cybercriminals. In the United States, recent political dialogue has brought special attention to patients’ privacy rights under HIPAA and the ongoing security of their … Continued