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The U.S. healthcare industry faces unique challenges when it comes to recruiting and hiring qualified workers. Healthcare staffing firms, hospitals, and facilities have the complex and often difficult job of filling the growing number of available positions. From dealing with a shortage of qualified candidates to cumbersome administrative processes, the obstacles can stack up against recruiters and hiring managers. However, by leveraging technology and adopting strategic approaches, they can overcome the challenges and ensure smoother and more efficient recruitment processes.
Healthcare Staffing—Finding Solutions
While there are many challenges to finding and hiring qualified healthcare workers, there are also strategies and technologies available to help alleviate these issues. Let’s explore some of the most common obstacles in the healthcare staffing recruitment journey and the ways to overcome these obstacles.
Shortage of Qualified Candidates
One of the primary obstacles faced by healthcare staffing recruiters is the shortage of qualified candidates. The demand for healthcare workers often exceeds the supply, particularly in specialized fields, such as nursing and allied health professions. While there has been some growth in the healthcare sector, it will take some time to recover to pre-pandemic numbers. In fact, according to the AAMA (Association of American Medical Colleges),
