The secret sauce to turning around physician recruitment and retention?

According to the recent article in American Medical Association, it all starts with listening to the physicians you already have on board. Here are the key takeaways on how they suggest tackling the shortage:

– Focus on Recruitment & Retention: Solicited feedback, developed referrals, and encouraged chiefs to stay in ‘recruiting mode.’

– Streamlined Onboarding: Simplified the licensing process with a dedicated team, reducing administrative burden for new hires.

– Enhanced Physician Engagement: Built mentorship programs and provided professional pathways from career start to retirement.

– Data-Driven Support: Leveraged technology and administrative staff to reduce the workload on front-line physicians.

– Empowerment for Practice Ownership: Gave physicians autonomy to pilot solutions, fostering a sense of ownership and satisfaction.