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By Tiffany Parnell Surveying Your Way to Physician Retention A ccording to the Healthcare F i n a n c i a l M a n a g e m e n t Association, experiences dur- ing a new physician's first 90 days of employment often predict long-term job satisfaction. By continually measuring job satisfaction and promptly managing concerns, healthcare organizations can increase the likelihood that new hires will become happy team members who want to stay. Recruitment doesn't end once a physi- cian joins the medical team. In many cases, the level of support provided to new hires and their families means the differ- ence between a smooth transition and a rocky one. If an organization doesn't meet a physician's expectations or if a physician doesn't adjust well to the environment and culture, the hospital risks the additional recruiting costs and lost revenue that result when a physician leaves. To identify problems before they esca- late into crises, the Healthcare Financial Management Association recommends developing a survey process for new physicians. It includes a get-to-know- you survey conducted on the first day of employment and follow-up surveys administered at 30 and 90 days post-hire, as well as periodically after the 90-day mark. Offering a nonthreatening forum for physicians to voice concerns, these surveys give recruiters a glimpse at whether new hires are content with the organization and the orientation process and provide an opportunity to address challenges quickly. Additionally, if physicians are new to the area, consider surveying their spouses six to 12 months after relocation. That sheds light on how well family members are adapting to their new community, which is a significant retention factor. ■ Fairview-Southdale Hospital ICU Medical Director University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a Medical Director for the Fairview-Southdale ICU (FS-ICU). This position will provide and direct outstanding care of critically ill patients in a multidisciplinary ICU at Fairview-Southdale Hospital. This position will also serve as Chair of the multidisciplinary critical care committee. The majority of efforts will be onsite at Fairview-Southdale Hospital. Requirements for this position include: Have or be eligible for MN State Medical License Board certified in Critical Care (Anesthesia, Medicine, Pulmonary, or Surgery) (Pulmonary physicians will have opportunity to develop additional practice if desired) Four years of experience post fellowship preferred Experience in a community setting strongly desired For more information and a complete job description, contact: Greg J. Beilman, M.D. Medical Director, Fairview System Critical Care Program Deputy Chair, Department of Surgery University of Minnesota 420 Delaware Street S.E., Mayo Mail Code 195 Minneapolis, MN 55455 Email: beilm001@umn.edu M D N E W S . CO M ■ MD NEWS Minnesota | 1 9