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If you need to hire a physician, you’re likely already understaffed and overworked. These four tips can help—they’re easy to implement and can help you hire better candidates more quickly.

Demonstrate your organization’s individuality and make your organization digitally appealing

Many practices and organizations lack a digitally appealing website; some might not even have a website set up at all. (Here are some tips on creating a website for your medical practice.) Candidates can learn a lot about your organization through a webpage and can get a feeling for the culture and values of the practice. Running social media pages can also channel messages from your practice to share events, stories, and advice for both patients and physicians.

Maintain consistent communication with your candidates

Calling, texting, and emailing are all crucial strategies right now. Following up with candidates is important as many of them can get frustrated if they don’t hear back for long periods of time. Communicating back in a timely manner can make the difference between a successful hire and losing out on a potential candidate.

Target specific groups of candidates at the right times

Would you consider new grads or waiting for residents to complete their training? Waiting for the right time of year or planning early to fill a position can have a very positive impact on your physician search. Opening your search to targeting groups such as candidates on visas might also assist you in gaining attention on your position opening.

Are you willing to be flexible with incentives and salary offerings?

Sometimes the choice between two offers might come down to choosing between which practice has a higher salary or incentives offer. Some of these might include higher salary and bonuses, a better work/life balance, better call schedules, or not working on the weekends. Many candidates will turn away from a position if they feel that their needs are not being met in these areas. Check out these physician compensation trends to see how your offering stacks up.

By implementing even just one of these four easy ideas, you could hire better candidates—and faster. If you still need help hiring physicians, contact the experts at Enterprise Medical Recruiting!