Our quick survey on compensation preferences reinforced financial security as a key factor for physicians when looking for practice opportunities.
Physician recruiting made easy? Think again.
By 2005 there were more positions than physicians. This led to physicians becoming more discerning about their career choices.
Compensation Case Study: Income Guarantee Vs. Employment
By: Craig Fowler, Pinnacle Health Group It is rare that a physician will move to a community and set up his or her own practice. Usually, it falls upon the local hospital to attract physicians to the community. Why? Larger local health care organizations generally have the deepest pockets and can afford the initial cash […]
The Hiring Process: Physician’s Perspective
If you are new to the physician job market or have just reentered the job market after a long hiatus, you will probably feel a little taken aback by all the complexities involved in the employment search and hiring process.
Emerging Trends: More Hospitals are Employing Physicians
By Wendy Abdo, Craig Fowler, and Michael Broxterman of Pinnacle Health Group A hospitals’ success is closely tied to the reputation of its medical staff. The ability to recruit, retain, and build physician loyalty is always a top concern. So, what are hospitals doing to stay on top? More and more we see them shifting […]
Common Physician Compensation Mistakes
Much is said about what should be included in physician compensation plans, but not much about what should be avoided. Below we have pointed out some common physician compensation blunders that recruiting medical organizations and physician candidates should stay away from.
The Art of Negotiation: Successfully Walking the Tightrope
Salary negotiation can be the most difficult and trickiest part of the staffing process.
Negotiating Your Future: How to Get the Best Compensation Package
You like the opportunity! Both you and the medical facility have agreed to enter into negotiations—the most delicate and difficult part of the hiring process. Are you ready for it and have you done your research?