An experienced healthcare recruiter can serve as an advocate on your behalf, helping you improve your resume, secure competitive pay, get perks and benefits, and much more. Here’s how to find one.

<p>
  Don&rsquo;t fall down the rabbit hole searching for a healthcare job! Let an
  experienced recruiter save you countless hours and find the perfect position
  for you.
</p>

<p>
  If you&rsquo;ve worked with a skilled healthcare recruiter in the past,
  you&rsquo;re well aware of how the partnership can transform your job search
  experience. A successful recruiter can do much more than merely find you a
  job. They can advocate on your behalf &ndash; helping you improve your resume,
  get interstate licensure, secure competitive pay, obtain perks and benefits,
  and much more.
</p>

<p>
  If you haven&rsquo;t yet met the right recruiter, these tips on finding your
  ideal healthcare recruiting advocate can help.
</p>

<h2>Where to Find a Healthcare Recruiter</h2>

<p>
  To begin, you&rsquo;ll need to know where to look. Try to find a recruiting
  agency that specializes in placing healthcare providers by:
</p>

<ul>
  <li>Asking colleagues and friends for referrals</li>
  <li>Using online searches</li>
  <li>Looking through professional organizations</li>
</ul>

<p>Once you&rsquo;ve got a lead, research the recruiter and agency by:</p>

<ul>
  <li>Reading online reviews</li>
  <li>Visiting the agency&rsquo;s website</li>
  <li>
    Finding out whether the recruiter specializes in your field and desired
    position
  </li>
</ul>

<h2>What to Ask a Healthcare Recruiter</h2>

<p>
  Once you&rsquo;ve found a healthcare recruiter and done your due diligence by
  researching their reputation and experience, reach out to them to ask some
  questions. You&rsquo;ll want to dig down to determine whether the recruiter
  will be an effective advocate for you. Your questions might include:
</p>

<ul>
  <li>What type of job opportunities are usually available?</li>
  <li>How will I find out about new career opportunities?</li>
  <li>Are there any costs for me to work with you or the agency?</li>
  <li>What is the geographic range you typically place providers in?</li>
  <li>
    Do you provide additional services like helping me improve my resume or
    giving interview advice?
  </li>
  <li>
    Do you usually develop long-term relationships with the providers you place?
  </li>
  <li>
    Should I plan to work just with you, or should I also work with other
    agencies to ensure I have a stream of opportunities?
  </li>
  <li>
    What kind of communication do you have with providers once they are on
    assignment?
  </li>
  <li>
    What is the compensation package like? Are there benefits? Will there be
    support like housing and travel, professional development opportunities,
    etc.?
  </li>
  <li>
    Will you help me with licensing if I want to work in a new state? What will
    the interview process be like?
  </li>
  <li>
    Do you have particular facilities or healthcare systems you have ongoing
    partnerships with?
  </li>
  <li>
    Will I be employed by your agency or by the facility where I will be
    working?
  </li>
  <li>
    Before my assignment ends, will you help me find a new one so I can
    seamlessly transition to the next opportunity?
  </li>
</ul>

<p>
  With a bit of research and planning, you can find an excellent recruiter and
  save yourself valuable time. Working with a recruiter can make the hunt for
  your next position rewarding and exciting.
</p>

<p>
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How to Find Your Ideal Healthcare Recruiter and Advocate