1. Why use an executive search firm for a retained or engagement assignment?

A retained or engagement search with MEDS, INC. offers you the confidence of knowing that professionals have researched every option to bring you the most qualified candidates who are truly interested in your opportunity.  When the search is completed, you will have hired the candidate of choice who fits both operationally and culturally. By using an executive search firm exclusively, your organization will have experienced the least amount oF disruption possible.

2. How long will this assignment take?

On average, our assignments take approximately 90 days, depending on the difficulty of the search. Candidates are usually presented in fewer than 45 days.

3. How many finalists will you present?

The exact number will be up to you.  On average, our hospital clients like to review 3 to 5 finalists and invite 3 candidates for on-site interviews.

4. Do you guarantee the tenure of your placements?

We guarantee our placements for a minimum of 3 months, and in some cases, 12 months, depending on the specifics of the search.

5. Can you assist us in determining a competitive salary range?

Yes, we have access to published salary surveys, as well as our own salary data in our database of more than 40,000 potential candidates.

6. If I have information about a candidate, what should I do?

Contact your search consultant (i.e., Principal or Executive Career Agent).  We’re always interested in information concerning candidates and are in the best position to verify the information.

7. How should we handle resumes and inquiries?

All resumes and inquiries will be sent to your search consultant.  We will contact the candidates to inform them regarding the search process and include them in our review.

8. When will I get to interview candidates?

The search process usually takes 90 days.  Recruiting, candidate profiles, reference checking and initial interviews consume the first 45 days.  You should be interviewing candidates during the following 2 to 3 weeks.

9. Can I check references on my own?

Yes, but at the appropriate time.  We value the candidate's confidentiality and, in the early stages of the search, will only check references the candidate has provided.  We encourage you to assist us in structuring any additional reference checking that needs to occur.  Please do not make reference checks outside of the search process.

10. How will you handle internal candidates?

We handle internal and external candidates in the same manner to keep the playing field level.

11. What is the extent of MEDS, INC.'s healthcare C-Level search experience?

MEDS, INC. is experienced with C-Level search assignments, and you may not realize how hard we have worked and continue to work "behind the scenes" to earn and retain top level talent.  In fact, MEDS, INC. consultants from each of our offices devote time on a regular basis to debriefing one another on the C-Level searches, brainstorming about enhancements to the search process, and sharing information that may prove useful to the group related to ongoing or upcoming C-Level searches.  We are proud of our track record on healthcare C-Level searches and are honored that we can play a pivotal role in finding exemplary leaders for healthcare organizations nationally.