Matching healthcare IT talent directly to employers

Making the right choice between contract and full-time employment (FTE) in Health IT is critical from a hiring perspective. This decision significantly impacts project success and organizational goals. By gaining insights into when and why it's optimal to hire full-time or contract workers, healthcare organizations can refine their hiring strategies to foster innovation, achieve operational excellence, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes in the digital age.

In healthcare, Information Technology (IT) serves as the backbone supporting not just operational efficiency but also critical patient care activities. Staffing these IT teams with the right talent poses a significant challenge due to the specialized skills required and the rapidly changing technological landscape. Abra recognizes these challenges and offers a revolutionary marketplace solution to connect healthcare IT talent with employers seamlessly, ensuring that the right skills are available at the right time, without the traditional overheads.

In the world of Health IT, finding exceptional candidates is crucial for organizational success. Efficiently locating the right talent while saving resources can significantly impact outcomes. This newsletter will explore various strategies—both passive and proactive—for sourcing candidates. Additionally, we'll discuss some of the inefficiencies in candidate sourcing and how Abra tackles these challenges.

In 2009, the demand for health IT professionals surged dramatically. The introduction of ARRA & HITECH legislation necessitated a shift from traditional paper-based systems to digital platforms within healthcare organizations.