Physician Recruiter

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Relocating for a position is one of the most significant and stressful decisions a professional can make - especially when a family is in tow. As a physician recruiter, understanding these nuances and being able to guide candidates through the decision-making process can be a game changer. Involve the whole family The decision to relocate can have lasting impacts on a physician’s family life, and involving family members in the process can ensure that everyone’s needs and preferences are considered. Family medicine physician Justin Jeffries, D.O., provides a great example of this.....

 

As a physician recruiter, your job isn’t finished after you find the right candidates for the open positions. Your role also extends to making certain your candidates and their families feel supported throughout the entire interview and relocation process. There are some simple yet crucial steps you can take to ensure you are supporting physician candidates’ families. Provide comprehensive information about your area. Offer detailed information about the community, including the school system, housing options, recreational activities and facilities in the area and healthcare serv....

 

In recent years, most health care organizations have come to realize how important it is for physicians to have a favorable work/life balance. Physician recruiters are keenly aware of this need and often lead the way in identifying and addressing the needs of spouses and families. But as these considerations evolve from innovative ideas to a standard part of the recruitment process, it’s useful to pause and think about opportunities for expanding or refining them. Family matters "Organizations want to hire physicians who are going to stay, and we know that’s not just about me....

 

Your primary objective may be to match the right candidates with the right positions for your facility, but sometimes your job doesn’t end there. When you’re talking to a candidate with children, it may take more than a healthy benefits package to make a relocation worthwhile. For some parents, the task of uprooting their kids from their schools, friends and activities may make a move so daunting, they won’t even consider it. So, what can you do about it? Think outside the box Here are some ways you can help make relocation easier: Be transparent when talking to candidates a....

 

During the recruiting cycle, be ready to embrace any opportunity to meet with or at talk to your candidate’s loved ones. While your candidate’s focus is on employment, those who are relocating with them are grappling with other concerns. Namely, "Is this the right place for us to live?" Here are some topics to raise with those who will be relocating with your potential new hire. Your goal is to spot any areas of concern, as well as to promote the community and your organization. Q: What do you think about the region? Ask the partner directly if they like the area. Some may offer a ....