Pinnacle Health Group’s (PHG) annual survey on ‘why physicians leave’ reinforces the industry’s outlook that compensation and work-life balance are main reasons why physicians leave their practices. The survey, which was sent to over 6,000 physicians across the nation between February and November last year, also revealed that 52% of the surveyed doctors are uncertain […]
PHG finds a PCC physician for a PA-based hospital!
The Need: This Lewiston, Pennsylvania-based hospital was in the midst of a two year search to replace a Pulmonary and Critical Care physician. They were searching for a general Pulmonary and Critical Care physician that would fill their void. Pinnacle Health Group worked quickly in implementing a recruitment campaign with the hospital administrators by proactively […]
Physicians Ask Recruiters to “Get Personal,” Survey Says
Physicians and recruiters have a long-standing relationship with each other. In today’s industry over 80% of healthcare organizations are partnering with search firms to hire providers for their facility.
Income Guarantee & Employment: How much is your physician worth?
Income guarantee and employment arrangements are the prevalent physician compensation models in the marketplace today. A careful look at both their upsides and drawbacks will help you find your ideal practice opportunities.
Pinnacle Health Group’s quick survey on compensation preferences
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.