Questions to Ask Potential Healthcare Staffing Agencies

How do you know that you are choosing the right provider of healthcare staffing in Philadelphia? How do you know that the staffing agency will be the right match for your requirements?

ATC Healthcare Services, a healthcare provider in Upper Darby, PA, offers some pointers for you. Get started by asking the questions listed here.

• What expertise and experience do you have with recruiting in the healthcare industry?
  An ability to match culture fit and technical skills are crucial, but a staffing agency’s knowledge of your industry is even more important. Have they filled positions for your competitors? What positions do they fill? Knowing the answer to these questions can help you determine if they are a good fit for your needs.
• What is your recruiting process?
  Be sure that the staffing agency sources both passive and active candidates through multiple channels. This includes social media, advertising, online searches, job postings, job fairs, employee referral programs, and more. Your prospective agency should have a comprehensive database of candidates to help you find the most suitable people for the right jobs.
• Who is my main point of contact?
  You want to feel sure that your contact will be available to help you, even after the employee is successfully placed in your organization. Note that some staffing agencies hand off accounts from one team to another, losing some consistency in the process.
• Can you provide references?
  Before making any final decision, ask the medical staffing agency for references (preferably from within the healthcare industry). Contact them and ask about their opinions and experiences with the agency so far. Their feedback might help you decide, especially if you are feeling uncertain.

The Bottom Line
Ultimately, it is important to choose an agency that demonstrates a high level of expertise and professionalism. Remember, they will be sourcing, hiring, and training the people who will work for you, so they should be inquisitive, attentive, and professional at the get-go when dealing with you.

Interested in learning about how ATC Healthcare Services can support your staffing needs? Contact us today.