YOU RECEIVED THE OFFER YOU WERE LOOKING FOR The 3 Things Physicians Should Do When An Offer Is Extended The goal of every interview is to receive an offer. Congratulations you met your goal. Time is of the essence. Step One Make a decision. Take action. Say yes. Say no. Decide the terms under which you will say yes. There are “wants” and “needs”. You don’t want to confuse the two. Be realistic because no position is perfect. Step Two Be sure you understand the employment agreement or contract you are signing. Most likely the other physicians and providers have (...)
Physicians know their time is valuable. If you have found a potential opportunity and want to visit the practice and community, you want to make the most of this time. The goal is to get an offer and be sure you have the information needed to make a decision. Practice, lifestyle, and family needs are a few of the puzzle pieces. Productive itinerary for your interview - What every physician needs to include in this process: Make a list of questions for your goals (procedures, patient volumes, referral resources, equipment, compensation, benefits, call schedule, etc.) Is the itinerary structured to (...)
THE ADVANTAGES OF A PRIVATELY HELD PHYSICIAN RECRUITING FIRM You may have never thought that there could be a difference between a publicly held company and a privately held one. Have you ever thought to ask the recruiter who calls or emails you? Concord(e) Physician Source is a medium size firm by design. We have celebrated our 50th year and have chosen to stay privately held. Whether your needs are for Locum Tenens or Permanent, here is a short list of the advantages. Speak with your Concord(e) Consultant further about our privately held status. #1 reason is Concord(e) has No (...)
Helpful Hint for physicians in a job search: Permission to share CV It is imperative that you protect your CV and your confidentiality in your search for a new position. You may send your CV to the Recruiter but they should never release it without your permission. What are the standards that ethical Recruiters follow? Recruiter should tell you... Name of the hospital, clinic or group Location of opportunity With whom the CV will be shared Information on the opportunity/assignment This is the minimum standard in the industry. If you get a vague answer such as Northern Michigan do not (...)
Providers may ask themselves why respond to a recruiter versus submitting my CV directly to the hospital. What is the role of a recruiter? The answer is….Searching for the right practice is a process. Practicing medicine is also a process involving several support professionals. Recruiters have a role to help you gather information and help you through the process. You cannot make a decision about a job or locums assignment until you have gathered the necessary information. This involves the practice details, volume, call, support staff, other providers, and financial package as well the city you will be working/relocating to. (...)
At times working with physician search and locum tenens firms can lead to duplication of efforts or confusion. A reputable firm wants to make your job easier by providing the pertinent information you need as well as not create a dispute around the referral. NAPR (National Association of Physician Recruiters) and NALTO (National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations) have standards by which their members have agreed to abide by. Member Firms agree to do the following. Examine the education, employment, background of the physician and interview them before making a referral Match the qualifications of the physician’s credentials to your (...)