The economy has been on a roll lately and businesses are hiring to meet the demand. There’s just one problem: they can’t find enough people to fill their open positions. According to a recent report from ADP and Moody’s Analytics, employers are having a hard time finding qualified candidates to fill the record 6.7 million job… Read more »
Posts Tagged: Healthcare IT consultants
How to Write a Cover Letter
Some job seekers view writing a cover letter as a pointless endeavor. But it’s actually one of the most important aspects of any job search. Cover letters are the first thing that many hiring managers and recruiters see. It can create a positive first impression that encourages someone to read your resume, or it… Read more »
How to Market Yourself Effectively as an IT Professional
As a tech professional, you’re in demand. But that doesn’t mean getting a job in the field is going to be easy. As a leading healthcare IT staffing and consulting firm, Morgan Hunter Healthcare knows you’re going up against other smart, passionate and driven candidates who want the position as much as you. So… Read more »
EHR Vendors Adding Artificial Intelligence
If you attended HIMSS18 earlier this month, you undoubtedly noticed that artificial intelligence (AI) was a hot topic. Many of the top EHR vendors announced plans to integrate AI in future versions of their EHR software. One health system has already deployed AI technology. Ochsner Health System in Louisiana has started using AI from… Read more »
How to Help Top IT Talent Succeed
At 2.2 years, Facebook has what’s considered a “long” retention rate for new hires. Google isn’t far behind with 1.9 years and Apple with 1.85 years. It’s an unfortunate reality of the industry that often the best tech professionals are the ones who are always searching for new and different opportunities. So if these… Read more »
Know Your Audience: Preparing for a Panel Interview
One-on-one interviews are stressful enough. But a panel can take that pressure to the next level. What can you do to prepare, no matter how many people you’re facing? Here are 5 tips: #1: Don’t get caught off guard. When you’re scheduling the panel interview, make sure you know who you’re going to be interviewing with…. Read more »
4 Benefits of Hiring Consultants
When companies consider hiring a consultant, some might ask why. What is the point of hiring a consultant when there are full-time employees to solve the problem or execute the project? The short answer: consultants bring new knowledge and relevant experience that may not currently exist in the company. Consultants are especially useful for… Read more »
28 Percent of Employers Don’t Conduct Background Checks
More than one in four employers don’t conduct background checks before they hire a candidate, according to a new survey by CareerBuilder. Considering a bad hire costs about $17,000, the relatively large number of employers who choose not to perform background checks is a bit surprising. “If an employee isn’t well-suited for the job… Read more »
Planning for 2017: Key Questions to Ask Before Drafting Your Staffing Plan
The purpose of a staffing plan is to ensure your company has sufficient staff with the right skills and experience to meet objectives. Sounds straightforward enough, right? But, as one of the leading Healthcare IT staffing and consulting firms, Morgan Hunter Healthcare knows that determining optimal staffing levels can be a challenging task, no matter what industry you’re in. Too many… Read more »
Key Things to Cover When Evaluating Your 2016 Hiring Outcomes
You’ve found a great candidate, extended an offer, and trained and onboarded the new employee. Your work is done here, right? Not if you want your hiring processes to be as efficient and effective as possible. And the end of the year is an ideal time to take a look back and evaluate your 2016 hiring… Read more »