Supply, Demand, and Recruiting Considerations in Dentistry
In general, it is a best practice today to be flexible and tailor the opportunity to each candidate’s needs or interests. For example, one of our clients, a rural hospital, is planning to expand and renovate its dental wing, but they are delaying the purchase of new equipment until they have obtained input from a newly signed dentist. It also is important to consider all viable candidates regardless of age, gender, or national origin. Recognize that not all foreign medical graduates on visas are going to leave after three years. When appropriately matched to the practice and community on the front end it is not uncommon for them to put roots down and remain in the community for many years.
The supply and demand dynamics in dentistry are tighter than ever before. A willingness to listen to and be open minded with each qualified candidate is the key to recruiting dentists to permanent positions in today’s market.
Conclusion Given current supply and demand trends, it is apparent that dentists will be in short supply on at least a regional basis for the foreseeable future, with patient access driven by distribution of dentists, economic trends, turnover. and related factors. Effective strategies, robust incentives, and a concerted commitment will be needed to successfully recruit dentists in today’s competitive market.
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