Posts by scott
How to Set Yourself Apart from Other Candidates During the Interview
The increased demand for family medicine in today’s job market means you may very likely have multiple offers on the table. Conversely, most practices look at multiple candidates because they are unsure their top pick will accept their offer. In reality, you’re probably already leaning toward one of those opportunities right now. This is why…
Read MoreWhere Are All the Physicians?
The market for family medicine talent has always been competitive. Several factors have combined to make what was already a tight market even more challenging. These include: Graduation vs Retirement Imbalances: For many years, there has been a long-term trend of fewer family medicine physicians coming into practice than those retiring. This has continued to…
Read MoreHow to Handle Negative Patient Reviews
Bad reviews are a part of the landscape in a digitally connected world, but they can hurt your practice and your ability to attract employees. What do you do if you get a bad review? First, determine the validity of the review. False or deceptive reviews can often be removed. Sometimes patients get mixed up…
Read MoreBeyond the Salary – Intangible Benefits for Family Medicine Physicians to Consider
When looking at changing practices, financial compensation is often one of the first things to be compared. It’s easy and quantifiable. As you evaluate and compare different opportunities, though, it’s helpful to look beyond the compensation package to see how the less tangible benefits fit into your goals. While many of these benefits are often…
Read MoreThe One That Got Away
You thought your staffing issue was solved. You felt you had the right fit, you were confident the job offer was solid, you made the offer, and yet, somehow, they took another position. In this competitive environment, this happens more often than you might think. Resuming your search may be a challenge, and ENT recruitment…
Read MoreFamily Medicine Physicians: Tips for Successful Mentoring
Being a mentor has many rewards, but like every other skill you have achieved in your career, it requires attention, the ability to adapt to a situation, and a willingness to evolve your skillset. Here are a few tips, whether you’re a first-time mentor or you have helped many young physicians take the next step…
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