Conveying Your Organization’s Mission Effectively
Most healthcare organizations have a crafted mission statement to describe the ideals and purpose of their institution. But merely posting those words on a wall or website is not enough to imbue them with value. An institution’s mission must be put into practice; the day-to-day actions and experiences of stakeholders, providers, and employees will always […]
The Impact of High Performers Who Are a Poor Cultural Fit
In business, performance and results matter when it comes to the numbers; a healthy bottom line is essential to the sustainability of any organization. And a company culture that helps nurture an engaged, motivated workforce is just as crucial for continuing success. But what happens when you have a high-performing employee who is a poor […]
How Healthcare Organizations Can Engage Medical Students & Residents
As organizations strive to meet the demands of a healthcare landscape shifting toward value-based care and a burgeoning patient population, they will also need to take into account the United States’ aging population. By 2030, the number of Americans over 65 will have increased by 50%. This demographic includes a significant amount of physicians. One-third […]
How to recognize and address physician burnout
Physician burnout has become an increasingly common phenomenon in the healthcare industry. Burnout is defined as a response to chronic interpersonal stressors on the job. The three key dimensions of this response are overwhelming exhaustion, feelings of cynicism and detachment from the job, and a sense of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment. In a 2018 study of over 15,000 […]
Kathy Jordan Wins 2019 Enterprising Women of the Year Award
Kathy Jordan chosen from among world’s top women entrepreneurs on the basis of business acumen, community leadership, and commitment to mentorship. St. Louis, MO – Kathy Jordan, Founder and CEO of Jordan Search Consultants, has been named a winner of the 2019 Enterprising Women of the Year Award, an annual recognition of the world’s top […]
Meeting the Healthcare Needs of Rural Communities
The looming healthcare provider shortage is becoming more apparent to the nation as a whole, but one group, in particular, has long had firsthand knowledge of this reality: rural communities. Non-urban areas have always had a difficult time attracting and retaining healthcare providers. Although 20% of the nation’s population live in rural or remote areas, close […]
Helping Candidates Find the Right Fit
As a premier healthcare recruitment firm, Jordan Search Consultants focuses on helping organizations find the right candidates for their needs. We also devote significant energy and effort to ensure that candidates find the best job for them. Fulfilling both sides of this equation is crucial to enhanced retention rates– and long-term satisfaction for both parties. […]
A Conversation About Population Health
With David B. Nash, MD, MBA, Founding Dean of the Jefferson College of Population Health (JCPH) In 2015, Jordan Search Consultants interviewed David Nash, the Founding Dean and the Dr. Raymond C. and Doris N. Grandon Professor of Health Policy at the Jefferson College of Population Health (JCPH) and an innovator in defining the term […]
Exploring Healthcare’s Response to Opioid Addiction in America
The abuse of opioids in the United States is a growing crisis. According to a recent CNN article, experts place the number of Americans who abuse or are addicted to opioids at more than two million. In 2011, the year opioid prescriptions reached their highest peak, oxycodone was the drug most commonly involved in fatal drug overdoses. […]
Work-Life Balance: A New Approach
We’re all familiar with the term “work-life balance.” The desire to achieve this ideal is a popular topic – and ongoing quest – for millions of professionals, especially those in the healthcare industry. Many believe it’s impossible to achieve success in one arena without sacrificing something in the other. But perhaps we need to rethink […]
