It's A Great Big Recruiting World Out There

I have been working with a consulting group at my new Hospital and I have been introduced to the concept of a "content expert."  As we discussed the utlization of these people in the structural reorganization of our medical group practice I was suddenly struck by the fact that I am one of those content experts.  In my everyday dealing with all things physician recruiting I am constantly called upon to offer my expert opinion of matters ranging from successions planning to networ development.  I dare say that any of my fellow recruiters who have been on the job 5+ years are also content experts.  Globally we can add to the chat banter by offering expert advice on content areas such as immigration and budgets.  Locally, we are also content experts in our own markets offering expert advice to CEO's, COO's and the rest of senior leadership.  Of perticular interest to me is the fact that the content expert constantly evolves and grows in his/her role.  We attend conferences, write, lecture and pontificate about the world of medicine and the struggles of recruitment therein.  Content experts can also be harnessed to push projects forward, restructure organizations, and maintain best practices.  In healthcare today our roles are more vital than ever.  Our knowledge is of worth to our employers and we are continuously needed to provide substance and credibility to everything from medical staff development planning to network growth and market share capture.  I am grateful for my place in this wonderful industry and I take this moment to share that gratitude with all of you who are grateful also.