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Trustee : the Journal for Hospital Governing Boards
|April 12, 1978
Summary
Attracting new physicians to small community hospitals requires a strategic four-phase approach. This includes assessing needs, searching for candidates, arranging visits, and negotiating employment agreements for successful recruitment.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Rural Health
- Physician Workforce Development
Background:
- Small community hospitals face challenges in recruiting and retaining new physicians.
- A strategic approach is crucial for successful physician placement in underserved areas.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline a comprehensive four-phase strategy for placing new physicians in small community hospitals.
- To provide a framework for healthcare organizations to improve physician recruitment outcomes.
Main Methods:
- The study describes a phased strategy for physician placement.
- Key phases include needs assessment, search execution, candidate visits, and agreement negotiation.
Main Results:
- A structured, four-phase strategy facilitates the successful placement of physicians.
- Each phase is critical for addressing the unique needs of small community hospitals.
Conclusions:
- Implementing a systematic recruitment strategy enhances the likelihood of attracting physicians to rural and small community settings.
- Effective negotiation and candidate experience are vital components of successful physician placement.