Frequently asked questions for physician hiring managers and job seekers
The timeline varies by specialty and position, but typically ranges from 3-6 months for standard positions and 6-12 months for highly specialized roles or leadership positions. Factors affecting timeline include specialty demand, geographic location, and specific requirements.
We maintain a 90% successful placement rate, with 87% of our placements remaining in their positions for 3+ years. Our thorough screening process and deep understanding of both organizational needs and physician career goals contribute to this success rate.
We conduct comprehensive verification including medical licenses, board certifications, DEA registrations, education, residency, fellowships, and practice history. We also perform extensive background checks and contact references directly.
We provide physician recruitment services nationwide, with particular expertise in both metropolitan and rural markets. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities each market presents for physician recruitment.
Yes, we provide a 12-month replacement guarantee for all physician placements. If a placed physician leaves or is terminated within this period, we conduct a new search at no additional fee.
Our standard fee is a percentage of the physician’s first-year guaranteed compensation, typically ranging from 25-30%. We work on a contingency basis – you only pay when you successfully hire our candidate.
We utilize a comprehensive assessment process including behavioral interviewing, practice style evaluation, and community fit analysis. We also conduct site visits and facilitate extensive conversations between candidates and key stakeholders.
Yes, we have specialty-specific recruitment teams that manage multiple searches while maintaining high quality standards. Each search receives dedicated attention from a recruiter specialized in that particular medical specialty.
Our recruiters average 20+ years of physician recruitment experience, maintain relationships with residency/fellowship programs nationwide, and understand complex issues like Stark Law compliance and physician compensation models.
While we focus on permanent placements, we maintain partnerships with respected locum tenens agencies and can help coordinate coverage while conducting your permanent search.