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Recruiting Physician Today

Important Factors in Selecting a Temporary Staffing Firm

Jan.–Feb. 2006

 

What is the most important factor
in selecting a temporary staffing firm?
(staff recruiters)

Quality of Candidates Presented 37%
Promptness/Availability of Candidate 32%
Cost 19%
Customer Service 7%
Contract Flexibility 2%
Malpractice Insurance 1%
Other 3%

Pros of Locum Tenens

Maintain Continuity of Care 76%
Prevent Loss of Revenue 44%
Immediate Availability 44%
Prevent “Burn-Out” of Staff Physicians 27%
Cost 4%
Other 5%

Cons of Locum Tenens

Cost 82%
Unfamiliar with Practice 45%
Learning Curve with Equipment and Procedures 22%
Other 12%

How long do you intend to practice
on a temporary basis? (physicians)

More than 3 Years 43%
1 to 3 Years 33%
Until I Find a Permanent Position 18%
Less than One Year 6%

Source: “2005 Review of Temporary Staffing Trends,”
Staff Care, www.staffcare.com, (800) 685-2272.

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