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Healthcare Career Resources Blog
Traditional Physician Recruitment Strategies that Still Work
By Riia O'Donnell - March 15, 2018
In an age of recruitment by algorithm, many look at hiring as an exercise in mathematics. There’s sourcing ROI, funnel metrics, cycle times, and dozens of other calculations we’re told to examine to raise our level of success in the hiring arena. For all the algorithms, recruitment ultimately comes down to working with people – and people are notoriously averse to being just a number.
How Can Physicians Ask For & Get a Raise?
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - March 13, 2018
Physicians often find themselves earning a similar income year after year, or even a bit less. Many struggle through this, but years ago a mentor shared a few tactics to improve the playing field. Some of these options may be intuitive, but without directly asking for an increase in compensation, you will be in the same position twelve months from now.
How to Give Feedback Even When You Hate Conflict
By Crystal Jones RN - March 8, 2018
An online poll conducted by Harris Poll found that 69% of managers stated that they are uncomfortable communicating with employees. A whopping (but not surprising) 37% said they dislike giving direct feedback to an employee.
Today’s Career Choices in Medicine: Chaotic Systems
By Gerard DiLeo, MD - March 6, 2018
What do you want to be when you grow up? Almost no one ends up being the type of doctor he or she was at the beginning. Private practice physicians end up as hospitalists, soloists end up in large groups,
15 Health Care Careers Which Do Not Require a College Degree
By Martin Demarest - March 1, 2018
The growth in health care will represent 1 in 4 new jobs over the next seven years, and will have the most rapid employment growth of any employment sector of the U.S. economy
Top 10 Barriers Facing Healthcare Recruiters
By Sheramy Tsai - February 27, 2018
The recruitment industry can be a challenging field. In fact, it’s no surprise that 80% of the people who enter the industry fail within the first two years, never to be seen again. Certainly, there
How to Get Through School While Holding Down a Job
By Tyler Faust, RN - February 22, 2018
Working while getting an education is becoming more mainstream in recent years, given the ever-increasing cost of tuition. Industries (especially healthcare) are pushing their employees and providing
As a Physician These are the Qualities I Value in a Recruiter
By Mitchel Schwindt, MD - February 20, 2018
When answers are needed or clarification required, the kind of recruiter I like to work with digs in and finds the honest answers. Fostering a long-term relationship over the quick win is a recipe for mutually beneficial collaboration.
Hot Nursing Career: Gerontological Nurse Practitioner
By Patricia Bratianu RN PhD RH-AHG - February 15, 2018
Gerontological nurse practitioner job opportunities remain strong. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, the need for all types of nurse practitioners is growing much faster than
Career Hacks for Healthcare Practitioners
By Jennifer Bouley - February 13, 2018
When you work in the healthcare industry, it is important to take care of yourself so that you can care for your patients. Learning early in the game to relieve stress and maintain a healthy work/life balance is vital. Constantly work to develop your communication and leadership skills that will help you to be successful through your career. Staying current with updated information about your sector in healthcare and taking care of yourself will help you to thrive throughout your career.
