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Data in recent AAPPR reports has shown that physicians and clinicians feel more satisfied and confident with their job if they’ve undergone a formal onboarding process. An essential part of creating a formal onboarding experience is by helping physicians navigate the often complex and lengthy credentialing process. Recruitment professionals can help provide clarity on what […]
Aya Healthcare, the largest healthcare talent software and staffing company in the U.S., has joined the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR) as a Strategic Partner. Together, the organizations will work to advance the physician and provider recruitment profession by collaboratively exploring how technology can help solve workforce challenges. AAPPR, the leading authority […]
While Mental Health Awareness Month is behind us, the importance of mental health and wellness is a year-round priority. When it comes to mental health in physician and provider recruitment, one of the main challenges is burnout, which can have extensive effects on everyone in the healthcare community, from clinical staff to recruitment professionals. At […]
In healthcare, bias can ultimately affect life and death decisions for patients. While artificial intelligence (AI) can help recruitment professionals streamline hiring processes, it must be used responsibly and with health equity in mind. At the recent SHRM Inclusion conference, Tamiko Stanley, Chief Diversity officer & Managing Partner of Elite Executive Strategies and Liz Mahan, […]
Annual Benchmarking Report Provides Industry Data from Internal Physician and Provider Recruitment Professionals The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR), has released its annual Internal Physician and Provider Recruitment Benchmarking Report, highlighting search dynamics and trends within physician and provider recruitment and their impact on recruiting and hiring in health care. AAPPR’s […]
With the ongoing national physician shortage, physician and provider recruitment professionals are well aware of how it will continue to impact the workforce. The American Association of Medical Colleges projects a national shortfall of anywhere between 37,000 to more than 100,000 physicians over the next decade, meaning effective recruitment strategies are extremely vital to healthcare […]
By: Marjorie Alexander, MBA, CPRP-DEI Recruitment is a fast-paced industry. Especially healthcare recruitment where there is a shortage in supply of candidates while the demand is extremely high. Healthcare recruiters often have no choice but to answer that physician candidate after 6pm or on a Saturday when the candidate is finally free from patient […]
Survey shows high satisfaction with work-life balance, while average salary reaches four-year low The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR) has released its 2024 Recruitment Team Professional Compensation Benchmarking Report, highlighting detailed profile and compensation information on internal physician and provider recruitment professionals. Among key findings in the report, nearly three quarters of […]
Along with the evolution of healthcare, the needs of the physician and provider workforce are quickly changing due to generational differences, a need to address high burnout rates and the ongoing physician shortage. In fact, AAPPR research shows that 28% of physicians who resigned from large healthcare organizations (those with 1,000 or more providers) in […]
By: Allyson Hollingsworth, MHA, CPRP-DEI Every person has a different approach to listening, learning, and working. Having different thought processes, different backgrounds, and different ways of communicating is essential in the workplace. When we talk about diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace, many people immediately think about diversity in race, age, or gender. […]
By: Stephanie D. Wright, MSA, CMPE, CPRP In the busy summer season for Physician Recruitment, it’s crucial to find a balance between productivity and well-being. Work-life balance is not just a trendy term; it’s essential for maintaining high performance and preventing burnout in this fast-paced industry. Here are some effective strategies for maintaining balance, […]
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) play an important role in healthcare providers’ ability to deliver care that meets their communities’ needs. Building a diverse healthcare system starts with the provider recruitment professionals, their strategies and their processes. With DE&I embedded in workforce strategies, recruitment professionals can help foster more inclusive, representative hiring practices and ultimately, […]
AAPPR’s annual conference, Advancing Connections, took place March 24-27 in Virginia Beach and brought together more than 1,000 recruitment professionals, sponsors and exhibitors to discuss important topics in physician and provider recruitment. The conference included educational keynote presentations, breakout sessions and roundtable discussions from healthcare leaders and featured discussions on various trending topics including diversity, […]
The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR), the leading authority on physician recruitment, onboarding and retention, is expanding its partnership with Health eCareers as a Strategic Partner for 2024. AAPPR launched its Partner program in 2017 to create deeper connections between physician and provider recruitment professionals, the organizations they represent and the companies […]
By: Aisha DeBerry, MBA, CPRP-DEI In the heart of healthcare, where every recruitment decision can touch countless lives, lies an incredible opportunity—not just for professional growth, but for genuine connection and mutual support. It’s in this spirit that I want to talk about our journey at AAPPR and how we’re not just navigating this […]
The process of recruiting physicians and advanced practice providers is highly nuanced. Recruitment professionals must leverage broad skills to attract, hire, and retain clinical talent. Did you know this process has a formal name? At the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment, we refer to it as the Recruitment Continuum. By definition, a continuum […]
During such a challenging time for recruitment professionals, with ongoing physician shortages and increased provider turnover, it may be difficult to take a strategic approach to recruitment, rather than just doing whatever it takes to fill an opening. Recruitment may seem as simple as filling an open position, but when done right, it can be […]
The cost of provider turnover can amount to hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of dollars in lost revenue. Retaining top talent in a competitive provider recruitment market is more important than ever. Here are five strategies your organization can implement today. Review Your Onboarding Process A positive onboarding experience can be critical to a […]
By: Stephanie D. Wright, MSA, CMPE, CPRP Diversity in the healthcare workforce is not just an ethical goal but a strategic necessity that improves patient care and advances community health. Healthcare providers from diverse backgrounds are better equipped to identify and address disparities in healthcare outcomes, offering culturally sensitive care that meets the needs […]
You have been working as a provider recruitment professional for a few years. While you know what the job entails; just how deeply do you understand your role? How well do you know the roles others play in your success? How confidently do you represent physician and provider recruitment when working with the C-suite? Reviewing […]
The healthcare industry is in a state of constant change, leading to shifts in the requirements, strategies, and optimum practices of recruitment professionals. Given the challenges arising from the national physician shortage, which are increasing pressure, responsibilities, and altering the way we work; it’s necessary for recruitment professionals to collaborate, connect, and share best practices. […]
By: Marjorie Alexander, MBA, CPRP-DEI We can see physician candidates’ priorities evolving, focusing on family time and better work-life balance. Acknowledging and accommodating these needs has become a pivotal aspect of successful recruitment. The Family Dynamic in Recruitment Recruiting physicians from out of state, especially those with families, requires a nuanced approach. While understanding […]
Partnership. We use the word all the time, but how frequently do we take the time to dive into what that really means? Recruitment professionals are adept at building relationships with candidates, internal stakeholders, vendors, and our recruitment teams. But what does it take to turn those connections and relationships into true partnerships. Recently AAPPR […]
By: Emerson Moses, MBA, CPRP-DEI As the year winds down and the seasons shift, it’s a natural time for reflection, and this year holds special significance for me as my tenure on the Board will soon come to an end. But before we embark on that transition, I’m excited to highlight the victories of […]
The inner critic. Most of us have one. That little voice tells us we’re not good enough, not doing enough and don’t have anything of value to contribute. It can stop us from speaking up, pursuing a goal, or moving into a more influential job. The inner critic is a masterful storyteller who can influence […]
By: Carrie Galbraith, CPRP Volunteering has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Volunteering was an expectation in my family, and those who volunteered earned the highest accolades from the matriarchs and patriarchs. My grandparents, father, and uncles were all accomplished community volunteers, and it was clear to […]
The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR)’s annual Internal Physician and Provider Recruitment Benchmarking Report is officially available. The report is packed with valuable insights designed to transform your recruitment and retention strategies. Most starkly, it highlights the effects of the increasing physician shortage in the United States and the impact it has […]
Annual Benchmarking Report Provides Industry Data from Internal Physician and Provider Recruitment Professionals OKEMOS, Mich., Oct. 24, 2023 — The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR) has released its annual Internal Physician and Provider Recruitment Benchmarking Report, highlighting the increasing physician shortage in the United States and the impact on recruiting and hiring. The report found organizations are searching […]
By: Allan Cacanindin, CPRP, CDR AAPPR President-Elect Today’s physician and provider recruitment landscape has never been more filled with talent supply constraints, economic influencers and pressures, provider burnout, and the growing demand for our industry to be more agile and poised for success. Just like you, I remain dedicated to advancing our mission-critical work […]
As the national physician shortage continues, demand for physician and provider talent is only expected to grow, giving physicians who are unsatisfied with their working conditions the opportunity to find a similar role with a competing organization. In fact, AAPPR’s 2022 report on increased provider turnover shows one in three physicians and nearly one in […]
By: Fayeann Hauer, CPRP AAPPR Board Member AAPPR will launch a new course geared towards new recruitment professionals in a few weeks. If you are new to the provider recruitment world, welcome! You have taken the absolute best first step by joining AAPPR to further your professional growth and development. Below are several tips […]
By: Carey Goryl The marks of a good partnership are trust, transparency, and a desire to work together toward a common objective. Through AAPPR’s Corporate Partnership program, we seek organizations that provide these key aspects to our members and the physician and provider recruitment community. Recently, Jackson Physician Search joined AAPPR as a Signature […]
OKEMOS, Mich., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR), the leading authority on physician recruitment, onboarding and retention, has added three new corporate partners for 2023: M3 | Healthcare Talent Solutions as a Signature Partner, and Locumsmart and NEJM CareerCenter as Strategic Partners. AAPPR launched its Partner program in 2017 to […]
By: Emerson R. Moses, MBA, CPRP-DEI With my AAPPR Board Presidency term recently ending, along with receiving a promotion into a larger leadership role at work, the concept of good leadership has been on my mind. We are all leaders in what we do to some extent – whether it’s leading cross functional teams […]
It’s no secret the market for physician and provider talent is more competitive than ever. Data from our 2022 benchmarking report shows physician shortages in many specialties are expected to continue climbing for the foreseeable future, making employee retention, burnout management, and well-being more important than ever. If not addressed, burnout and poor well-being of […]
Who loves a good strategic planning session? I do! The thought of heading into the war room filled with flip charts, sharpies, endless amounts of sticky notes, and everyone’s oversized coffee cup to keep them hopped up on caffeine is exciting. Your creative juices flowing, sharpening the pencil, feverishly writing down your thoughts and then […]
By: Logan Ebbets, MS, CPRP AAPPR Board Member In April, Stephanie Wright, MSA, CMPE, CPRP, Marjorie Alexander, MBA, CPRP, RMSR (fellow board members), Christy Ricks, MHA, CPRP-DEI (AAPPR member and former Vendor Committee Chair), and I were accepted to sit on panels at Becker’s Hospital Review Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL. Becker’s Hospital […]
Mentorship. It is a familiar word, but what does it mean? When you think of a mentor, who comes to mind? A teacher? A coach? Perhaps a benevolent boss or a trusted colleague? A mentor is “a trusted counselor or guide,” and mentorship is “the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor.” When we […]
We are thrilled to announce that Allan Cacanindin, CPRP, has been named President-Elect for the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR) Board of Directors. This two-year appointed term, once complete, will transition to Board President for 2025 – 2027. Both he and the current Board President, Aisha DeBerry, will work closely with the […]
OKEMOS, Mich. (May 23, 2023) – The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR), the leading authority on physician recruitment, onboarding and retention, has announced six new corporate partnerships for 2023. AAPPR, the leading authority on physician recruitment, onboarding and retention, launched its Partner program in 2017 to create richer connections between physician and […]
By: Stephanie D. Wright, MSA, CMPE, CPRP AAPPR Board Member As we enter our traditional busy summer season for Physician Recruitment, it is essential to prioritize balance while pushing ourselves and our teams to meet the high demands of our recruitment goals. Work-life balance is not just noise; it has become fundamental to achieving […]
May 5, 2023 (Okemos, Mich.) – The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR), the nation’s leading authority on physician recruitment, onboarding and retention, has released its Recruitment Process Report. The report, which is based on a survey of 241 internal physician and provider recruitment professionals, highlights trends in how health care organizations manage […]
By Saralynn White Does prolonged medical credentialing and state licensing impact patient care? Facing unusually long wait times for credentialing and medical licenses in many states, physicians and advanced practice providers say it’s preventing them from making a living – and impeding patients from getting the care they need. Physician and provider recruiters […]
BY: Marjorie Alexander, MBA, CPRP, RMSR Have you ever wondered how our candidates experience their interactions with us? How do we compare? We think we provide them with a WOW experience, but do we really? In general (not clinical specific), 49% of job applicants decline a job offer due to poor candidate experience. As […]
The Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment’s (AAPPR) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Aisha DeBerry, MBA, CPRP-DEI, as its new President of the Board of Directors, effective March 24, 2023. DeBerry has served on the Board of Directors since May 2017. AAPPR is proud to share that Aisha will […]
By: Russ Peal, CPRP Director, Workforce Recruitment & Retention at the Veterans Health Administration AAPPR Board Member Chief of Neurology: “Well, with all due respect, I’m not confident that you will fill this search for me” Physician Recruiter: “If in six months I’m unable to find well-qualified candidates for you to consider, I promise […]
By: Logan Mary Ebbets, MS, CPRP Emerson Moses, MBA, CPRP-DEI, shared in her post last month how AAPPR made amazing strides in 2022 to expand the reach and visibility of the association. We have created great momentum and are now off and running into 2023. We have accomplished this through many strategic imperatives, but […]
By: Emerson Moses, MBA, CPRP-DEI Board President, AAPPR As the year starts to wind down, and the seasons change, I naturally find myself in a state of reflection. Even more so this year, knowing that my time as President of the Board of Directors will soon come to an end. But before that happens, […]
By: Allan Cacanindin, CPRP, CDR Doesn’t it seem like everything today is attached to some form of number? From stock market indices, labor workforce data, inflation rates…even mid-term election results, numbers can be found everywhere! Even running my computer as I type this post is based on numbers and highly complex computational algorithms. Yet for […]
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