Recruiting in healthcare – human, tailored, and sustainable

Finding skilled workers in the healthcare sector is difficult. Retaining them in the long term is even more so. In my work with medical practices, medical facilities, and healthcare providers, I experience the pressure every day: too few applications, high stress levels within the team, and the constant worry about the next resignation.

I support you in finding employees who are not only professionally suitable, but also a good fit on a personal level—and who will stay with you.

Why recruiting in the healthcare sector is particularly challenging

Healthcare professions are more than just jobs. They require a sense of responsibility, resilience, empathy, and the ability to work in a team. Traditional recruiting often falls short here because it focuses too much on resumes and degrees.

Typical challenges that institutions describe to me:

  • Hardly any qualified applications
  • High turnover after a short period of time
  • Overburdened teams due to constant understaffing
  • Change due to leadership, morale, or organization—not because of money
  • Frustration among owners and managers

Many changes are not caused by dissatisfaction with work, but rather by a lack of fit in everyday life.

My approach: Recruiting with an understanding of people and structures

I combine recruiting with coaching expertise. That means I don't just look at who you hire, but why someone is a good fit for you—or not.

My approach to healthcare is based on a realistic assessment of the reality of the work, honest clarification of expectations with candidates, focus on team and leadership fit, and long-term employee retention rather than quick placements.

The goal is to have a stable team that supports each other.

What roles I recruit for in the healthcare sector

Among other things, I provide support in filling the following positions:

  • Medical assistants (MFA)
  • Dental assistants (ZFA)
  • Nursing professionals
  • Therapeutic professions
  • Practice management and administration
  • Accounting and organization

Whether it's a solo practice, group practice, medical care center, or larger facility—it's not the size that matters, but clarity about values, leadership, and collaboration.

What really determines whether people stay or leave the healthcare sector

In conversations with applicants, I hear the same points over and over again:

  • How is the mood in the team?

  • How is leadership and communication handled?

  • How are mistakes and stress handled?

  • Is there reliability, structure, and appreciation?

These factors are often more decisive than salary or working hours. That's exactly why I start recruiting where traditional processes end.

Your added value: relief, stability, and trust

Good recruiting in the healthcare sector means fewer short-term absences, more stable teams, lower training costs, a better atmosphere in everyday working life, and greater planning reliability for you.

Instead of constantly searching for new talent, invest in the right people.

My recruitment process in healthcare

  1. Understanding your organization I gain a realistic picture of everyday work, team structure, and leadership.

  2. Clarifying expectations What do you really need—professionally and personally?

  3. Targeted approach to suitable candidates No mass communication, but rather tailored communication.

  4. Focus on personality and motivation Discussions that go beyond qualifications.

  5. Support until the decision is made Transparency, honesty, and security for both sides.

Who my recruiting is particularly suitable for

My approach is particularly well suited to organizations that think long-term, value team culture, want to consciously shape leadership, don't have time for constant reshuffling, and really want to retain their employees.

If you just want to fill a gap quickly, I'm not the right person to contact. If you're looking for stability and relief, I'd be happy to help.

Let's talk about your situation

If you are recruiting in the healthcare sector and value humanity, fit, and sustainability, let's talk.

I will openly discuss with you whether and how I can support you, which profiles are realistic and sensible, and how recruiting can relieve the burden on your company.

Please contact me for a non-binding initial consultation.

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