As one of Northern California’s top medical staffing agencies, Pacific Staffing knows recruiting qualified healthcare talent is hard – and it’s only going to become more challenging in years to come. And if your organization is looking to hire nurses, allied health professionals, or other medical workers, there’s only a small window in which to conduct the hiring process. Otherwise, when the process gets too long, you risk losing out on top candidates.

That said, you don’t want to hurry through the evaluation process either. After all, a hiring mistake is just as bad as losing out on a top candidate.

So how can you attract the best – and convince them to give you the time you need to make a decision?

It’s all on how you sell the opportunity to them. To help you, here are some tips to consider.

Clearly Explain the Job Details

The best job candidates aren’t going to be impressed with vague details, a lack of organization, and no defined job description. To interest them, you need to be clear about the job and the responsibilities it involves.

Promote the Culture

Every candidate is looking for an organization in which they fit in. Help your candidates learn as much as they can about your culture and explain why you think they’d be a good fit. Get candidates enthusiastic about the prospect of working for your organization. You may even want them to connect with valued employees, so they can talk directly to those who have been with the organization for an extensive period of time.

Tie in the Candidate’s Career Path

For instance, if a candidate is going back to school for an advanced degree, or interested in moving up in the organization, explain the opportunities for growth. Give them specific examples of employees who were able to advance their career at your organization.

Be Open About the Process

There’s nothing worse for a job candidate then to leave an interview and not hear anything back for weeks. Instead, be open about the process with the candidate. Let them know what the next steps will be and when they can expect to hear from you. Then make sure you follow up.

And if you need more help finding qualified healthcare professionals, let Pacific Staffing know. As one of Northern California’s top medical staffing agencies, we can serve as your source for top medical specialists and medical administrative staff. Contact us today to learn more.