Ask A Recruiter - Healthcare

I'm worried that recruiters are going to my LinkedIn and not seeing what they want to see. Have any of you dealt with this fear and if so, what have you done to either spiff things up or make it l… more

I’ve been a reliable person at my job and noticed that the most dependable person often becomes the default choice for last-minute fixes and urgent work because they always come through. Over time, th… more

Talking with coworkers about January today and wishing we could somehow just do away with it 😂 it is cold, wet, and gray. The holidays are over and now we have to worry about taxes and layoffs. Tryin… more

I have been in the medical field for 26 yrs. I have both my LPN and CMA. I just recently had issues with a recruiter that was very unprofessional and rude. In all my career I have never came across a … more

I have been reading a lot about using AI in the job search and came across an article that said that you should never upload a resume as a PDF, that Word format is better for ATS parsing. Recruiters a… more

A recruiter recently implied having 2 jobs was unusual. In healthcare... is it though?? Do recruiters see this as a commitment issue?

I think I want to be part of a team where the culture is positive and people are unbiased who give same opportunities to everyone.
I am prioritising organizational culture more than ever in my job search. S… more

For people like me who are actively looking for a job, which career sites do you prefer to use for job searches for healthcare jobs? I have used LinkedIn a lot, and I am curious about what works well … more

Storytime~ I currently hold two jobs, neither one is full-time but the amount of work they expect eve to complete would suggest otherwise (I fall short often). One is driving me crazy and the other I … more

Looking for an honest answer here. Are recruiters always coming in with the fixed salary range, or is there always some leeway? I keep getting told I need to negotiate the salary I want, but when I do… more

So I was scheduled for a phone interview with a recruiter...they never called. I reached out to the only phone number available. No answer.

What is going on? Things are so unprofessional but you want … more

Right now, that the roads are bad and the snow is heavy, I am thinking of having to navigate myself to work and as a healthcare worker and also someone who is actively looking for a job, I am expected… more

Is it true recruiters actually read cover letters? Or look forward to them? My friend and I both got let go a few months ago and have been finding it so challenging to find a job. She finally got an i… more

Did it ever occur to you that you got a call for an interview and you went for the interview then you came to know thatthey already hired the candidate and position is no longer available. Did you do … more

How important is compensation to you? Were there times when someone was not transparent and you learned too late in the interview process?
I am currently weighing opportunities and trying to understand… more

I mentioned compensation during a screening call and the recruiter reacted in a way that made me feel like I was being rude. I was only trying to be practical and respectful of everyone’s time, but no… more

A colleague recently shared that she’s thinking about switching careers because she feels her skills aren’t fully recognized in her current position. It made me reflect on how crucial it is to feel ap… more

Is moving up important for you?
I am starting to think seriously about leadership paths in healthcare. I don’t yet hold a formal title, but I take initiative naturally. How is leadership potential rec… more

Why does it feel like it's harder to move internally than to get hired externally??

I’m still early in my healthcare career and very much in learning mode. The hiring process itself feels like a skill to develop. What missteps do candidates often make without realizing it?
Can anyone… more

Hi all,

Any tips for an RN Supervisor group interview? It's been a long time since I've done a group interview. Never for a supervisor role. RN of 9 years for context.

This past week we've had a few people quit unexpectedly, which has really surprised me. When considering how tough the job market is right now, they must feel pretty confident they're going to… more

When did entry level in healthcare recruiting start meaning senior level experience? I keep seeing qualified entry level candidates not getting employed while we complain about shortages. If we make t… more

How can you tell there's urgency in hiring for a job? I've come across several posts where the description says 'hiring immediately' but it doesn't translate to the speed at which … more

With several years of experience behind me, I am being more selective about my next move.

I am looking for roles where I can contribute immediately. What distinguishes seasoned candidates in a competi… more

Took too long of a lunch today and I have been soooo tired 🥱 ever since. I haven't wanted to go home early this much in a long time 😂 I'm just glad things have been relatively calm today. An… more

I was thrown a comment by a recruiter in one of my recent interviews about what I was wearing. He didn't say anything direct but he did say I looked 'super comfy and casual'. I couldn'… more

I am pretty camera-shy, and even now, I still prefer in-person meetings over virtual ones. I’ve been in interviews and virtual meetings where no one says it out loud, but you can feel the pressure to … more

I spoke to a recruiter that reached out on linkedin. They had a few roles that sounded interesting and they said they'll share more details with me. It's been about a week now, am I getting gh… more

I’m actively applying and preparing for interviews across healthcare roles. Each interview feels like a learning experience. What behaviors or responses tend to leave a strong impression? I’m refining… more

There's so much about my current job I thought would be different, heck, there is so much about life I thought would be different but that's a different conversation. I know the right answer i… more

Healthcare talks a lot about patient accommodations, but how well do healthcare employers and recruiters accommodate candidates with disabilities during hiring? A cousin of mine with disability is fi… more

How realistic is it for a lab supervisor with mainly bench and operations experience to move into an industry role like clinical trial coordination or medical device, and what should I highlight on my… more

How long is it kosher to keep pestering a non-responsive recruiter? There are a few different roles I've applied to but either I'm very unlucky or I'm just invisible to these recruiters. I… more

What’s an interview red flag you wish you noticed sooner? In interviews, I pay attention to how things are said, not just what is being said. A few things felt “off,” but I didn’t realize why until mu… more

What are the chances of getting inducted into the hospital after a 6-month contract? I got hired for a short-term contract, and even though what I really need right now is a full-time position, I took… more

How do you balance hiring urgency with long-term team fit? I know there is a staffing shortage but I’m shocked by how many terrible people we have hired in the past few years. Sometimes I wonder if … more

A few days ago I posted about salary transparency and how I find out someone in my exact position is making roughly 15% more than me. They've been here 4 years longer but it still rubs me the wron… more

What professional development opportunities tend to retain high-quality staff the longest?

Would you go for the second interview if the recruiter made an offer less than what i am making right now. I had this interview and the interviewer offer me low salary which i am making right now and … more