Ask A Recruiter - Healthcare

This is the longest I've gone without a job. Are healthcare employers flexible about breaks in clinical work history, especially for professionals who took family or mental health leave? It doesn&… more

When an employer wants to lay you off, they would not think it twice, but then they expect me to give them prior notice before leaving theirs, I get that professionalism matters, but it feels one-side… more

I haven not worked for the past 2 years. Feels like a long gap. I took a deliberate pause to reassess my healthcare career direction. That time brought clarity, not disengagement. How can candidates e… more

From a recruiter’s perspective, how should candidates handle this? A friend of mine once joined a company without receiving an appointment letter, HR only told her verbally that they'll send her t… more

Need to vent for a second. Is there anything more useless than goal setting during annual review time? Like yes, I promise to be a good employee and keep trying this year. Like what else do you need? … more

My current company onboarding was bad - didnt get trained and had questions all the time after. I am paying closer attention to onboarding experiences now. A strong start makes a big difference especi… more

How soon is too soon to talk about salaries during interviews? I personally think it should be talked about right in the first round, so both sides are not wasting time. I'm currently going in rou… more

What is the demand for hospital managers looking like of late? I haven't had to job hunt in over a decade, so I'm feeling completely lost and unsure of how to do this. None of my applications … more

I just finished writing an exam for my dream job, after so many endless applications, I finally got a chance to write an exam, but while using my laptop my friend accidentally touched my laptop and I … more

I am drawn to organizations that value growth and second chances. My career path hasn’t been linear. How open is healthcare to unconventional journeys? I believe growth often comes from new positions … more

I have this coworker that loves to lie. Not just bending the truth but lie, to your face, all the time. The amount of lies would probably make some of our politicians blush lol! I wanted to call them … more

I'm pretty sure a former employer is slandering me to employers that I have interviewed with. I've taken this employer off of my resume, but is there anything I can do to confirm this and get … more

Sometimes I feel I ask and talk too much. I struggle with how much and when to speak, especially during meetings. I am focused on aligning expectations early to avoid miscommunication later but is tha… more

Interesting discussion around the water cooler this morning. Someone asked, "What if we did a state of the workplace speech?" I think they were kidding but it really got me thinking! If I st… more

Recruiters, how will you view this from a hiring standpoint? I think when a PIP feels vague or not easily defensible, it does not always seem fair and a part of me feels that speaking to an attorney c… more

Is networking relevant to MBAs or it can be beneficial everywhere? I am actively networking within the healthcare community. Connections feel more important than ever because of the market. What netwo… more

Do you see candidates who are rigid about how much they want to make as troublemakers or as people with a sense of self-worth? I've never had it go well when I stand strong on what I want, but som… more

Came into my office this morning to find a small Valentines Day gift on my desk. It had a note attached saying Happy Valentines Day. I appreciate the effort but we're almost two weeks past Valenti… more

Recruiters, do you find that you're more flexible with salary bands when a candidate who already has a job negotiates or one who is unemployed? I'm looking for a new job while holding onto my … more

In as much as I do not like work/office drama and I try my best to stay away from it, but it definitely has its own advantages because I have seen people who were not qualified for an internal role in… more

Sad day today as we found out our department's recruiter is moving on to *hopefully* greener pastures. She was so awesome and helped me find great candidates whenever we needed them! She was also … more

I feel like I am stuck in this career growth journey. I need a mentor who can support me. I’m looking for healthcare environments that value mentorship. Guidance has been essential in my growth. How c… more

All my emails are for some wild reason going into spam, and I didn't see one from a recruiter who was inviting me to an interview. I received this email 4 days ago, but I just responded with my av… more

Lately, I have been hearing a lot about reverse recruitment where I don’t just apply, I'd have to position myself, chase healthcare roles, build visibility and attract opportunities instead. Recru… more

I am applying to positions outside of my current state and I wonder if that impacts my chances of getting a job. I’m geographically flexible for the right opportunity. Mobility is something I can offe… more

How does it look to recruiters when an applicant has 2 jobs?? I've always held 2 jobs at once, on-call/prn, never full-time. I am attempting to find a full-time role, so I can finally have 1 job … more

How is the job market these days? I was looking end of last year but there wasn't many openings on the market and took a break. I'm curious if there's "seasons" to hiring, when d… more

I've noticed communication with recruiters could really vary, some are super responsive, while others... iykyk. From a recruiter perspective, what's the best way for candidate to follow up wit… more

2026 has been crazy so far with how busy work has been and everything going on in the world. I am trying to take a deep breath but its hard most days! Also hard to believe that America turns 250 this … more

I have had to remind myself that I am not lazy and neither am I weak. The burnout I have been feeling is what happens when all I am trying to do is navigating applications, interviews, rejections and … more

Lots of stress this weekend as I try to knock out my taxes. I wish it wasn't this hard and stressful to be a law abiding citizen. Slaving my life away at work is stressful enough! Is there a worse… more

Was out this week on vacation and just thought I'd peek at my inbox today to see what I'd be facing on Monday. Big mistake. Should not have looked! It's been awhile since I took an entire … more

I read on an application that if you worked for less than 2 years, dont apply. I’m seeking stability after several shorter-term healthcare roles. Those roles taught me a lot, but I’m ready to settle. … more

Recruiters, how much do these yearly reviews actually matter when you are assessing candidates? I have noticed that in many healthcare facilities, yearly reviews are often tied directly to pay raises,… more

I have had two different hospitals interview me for close to three rounds and then not communicate with me for over a month. I'm assuming that it means they've found someone else. So, how many… more

Other recruiters here, how exactly are you screening for compliance knowledge in healthcare? Regs are evolving fast, but I'm still stuck on figuring out what the best interview questions to spot g… more

For my first ever job, all it took me was a referral. No long process, no application, just someone speaking up and vouching for me. Recruiters, how much does referrals really carry in your hiring dec… more

We've had a little bit of workplace drama recently. It always amazes me how much we can blow the tiniest things out of proportion. The sad thing is at the end of the day some people may lose their… more

Question: ive had several great interviews, most employers even say my resume is amazing and remarkable.
But after the interview and the wink and the nod I dont hear anything back from them, not even an em… more

What is the best approach to find recruiters to work with to find the next role? I feel like cold calling recruitment companies doesn't work well. I've had recruiters message me on LinkedIn bu… more