Healthcare organizations face new challenges in staffing their IT support needs. Many of our clients have begun to turn to Application Managed Services (AMS) as an alternative to traditional Epic staffing. With an effective AMS model, health systems of all sizes can improve customer support, satisfaction, and cost savings. In our recent webinar, hosted by […]
“Tell me about a time when…” Do you initially panic when you hear this simple phrase during an interview? Even if you’re well prepared, a simple situational question could throw you a curveball in an otherwise flawless interview experience. But there’s no reason to stress. The STAR Method is one you can master in order […]
Most of us have years of stored digital phone data, like contacts, apps, texts, and maybe a few selfies, that we’re pretty dependent on. So, when we upgrade or switch phones, we’ve come to expect that our data will easily transfer and be accessible on our new device. The same is true with medical records. […]
Throughout her 20+ years working in the recruitment space, Andrea MacMillan, director of our permanent search practice, has never seen a labor market quite like this. We spoke with her recently about the current challenges and opportunities facing employers and candidates alike. What’s your assessment of the current hiring market? I have never seen a […]
The decision to purchase an Epic Systems electronic medical record (EMR) is typically one of the largest strategic investments a hospital or health system will make. With Epic at the center of your patient care strategy, you will want to hire the best and brightest Epic-skilled talent you can find. But here's the problem: so […]
Healthcare’s biggest challenge? Finding and keeping qualified staff. According to the American College of Healthcare Executives' latest annual survey, Hospital CEOs cite personnel shortages as their top issue—ranking recruitment woes higher than financial challenges, care quality, cybersecurity, or other perennial concerns. COVID-19 burnout is fueling resignations and retirements by front-line healthcare workers, and those who […]
Personal referrals are a cornerstone of hiring for today’s businesses. According to LinkedIn, 85% of new jobs are given to someone within a referral network. The more senior the role, the more likely it is to come from a referral. There are obvious benefits to businesses from hiring based on referrals. Candidates come pre-screened and […]
Our national effort to vaccinate for Covid-19 is proving more difficult than expected. Even with two authorized vaccines (and others pending), ‘last mile’ challenges from storage limitations and a shortage of vaccination supplies to patient scheduling issues and vaccine hesitancy have hindered the U.S. rollout. Yet another concern, say experts, is vaccination staffing. That is, having […]
You’ve landed an interview for an exciting new role, congratulations! Now comes the real work — preparing for the big day. While it’s common to consider all of the things you should do, like ask thoughtful questions, dress appropriately, and check your internet connection if it’s a video interview, you may forget about the things […]
By 2030, there will be a global shortage of more than 85 million tech workers, according to one recent estimate. That means opportunity—and choices—for job seekers. If you’ve got marketable IT skills, and a reasonably polished resume or LinkedIn profile, then you’ve probably noticed that recruiters want to be your best friend. In a world […]
Life happens. That’s why you could have some information or time gaps in your resume. But this isn’t a reason to stress. With an honest explanation to clarify the gaps, you can explain the story between the lines of your resume to an interviewer and your potential future employer. It’s important to address any employment […]
For the fourth consecutive year, Healthcare IT Leaders ranks among the fastest-growing staffing firms in the U.S., according to a new report from Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). The 2019 SIA list is based on compound average growth rate (CAGR) from 2014 through 2018. Healthcare IT Leaders is ranked 83th on the overall list and is one of the […]