The Workforce Development department at CHAMPS believes that the following Recruitment and Retention (R&R) information is important not only for CHCs needing to hire staff, but also for potential candidates and students exploring future employment opportunities. Please contact the CHAMPS Programs Coordinator, Health Center Workforce if you have any questions about these materials or would like to share other useful resources you have found.
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Pathways to Healthcare Careers
Recruitment & Hiring Tools
Orientation & Retention Tools
Recruitment & Retention Surveys and Data
Highlighted CHAMPS Surveys:
Region VIII Health Center Salary, Benefits, Turnover, and Vacancy Surveys
Region VIII Health Center Recruitment and Retention Surveys
Job Opportunities Bank (JOB) Data Comparison Reports
Other R&R Resources for CHC Staff and Students
PATHWAYS TO HEALTHCARE CAREERS
Developing the next generation of health center workforce begins early, through the support of potential candidates and students exploring their future employment opportunities, and continues throughout their careers. Follow the links below for:
- Introduction to Healthcare Career Pathways
- Early Pathway Resources
- Support Staff Pathway Resources
- Advanced Practice Provider Pathway Resources
- Doctorate-level Provider Pathway Resources
- Education Health Center Initiative
- Resources for Advancing Health Equity in Healthcare Career Pathways
RECRUITMENT & HIRING TOOLS
Attracting qualified candidates for open CHC positions can seem challenging. However, hiring a dedicated and long-term workforce is made more possible with the right tools. Follow the links below for:
- Health Center Recruitment Resources
- The Region VIII Job Opportunities Bank (JOB)
- The Region VIII Health Center Preferred Pricing Program (PPP) for Employment Screening Services
- A clearinghouse of health center specific Sample Job Descriptions
- A list of CHC Advantages
- A guide to Understanding HPSAs and MUAs
- A list of CHC-Related Federal & State Programs
- Answers to Physician Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions
- A Physician Recruitment Plan – Steps for Recruiting Success
- Working at Health Centers in Region VIII Testimonial Video
ORIENTATION & RETENTION TOOLS
While long-term retention begins with effective recruitment, a new hire’s first impressions and satisfaction over time can ensure a successful relationship between that staff member and their colleagues, patients, and community. Follow the links below for: