Are Internal Agencies The New Norm?

Healthcare systems are shifting towards internal staffing solutions to meet modern clinician expectations for flexibility, according to Robert Crowe, EVP at Medical Solutions. The rise of internal agencies allows organizations to recruit and retain staff directly, offering defined, flexible work programs. Crowe highlights the advantages, including accommodating diverse clinician preferences, but emphasizes the complex and risky nature of running an internal agency. He advises a thoughtful, step-by-step approach, incorporating due diligence and leveraging technology. Crowe urges organizations to embrace flexibility to attract and retain clinicians, recognizing the evolving expectations in healthcare staffing.