Hosted by Christy Bray

Episode 4: Industry Insights: Recruitment Excellence in Healthcare with Jenna Smith

For this fourth episode of PracticeLink Media Network’s “Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent” podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Jenna Smith, Senior Physician Recruiter at Dignity Health.

Christy and Jenna discuss several topics revolving around the recruitment process, in addition to collaboration and mentorship in the industry.

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ABOUT THE WORKFORCE WISDOM PODCAST

This ongoing series, hosted by veteran healthcare recruitment specialist Christy Bray, focuses on the latest trends in the healthcare recruitment industry and showcases innovative strategies, success stories and fresh perspectives in healthcare recruitment. These episodes, released every Thursday, consist of Christy leading an in-depth, thoughtful discussion with a recognized industry-leading healthcare professional exploring the challenges of healthcare recruitment and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned recruiter or just starting out, this podcast will help you discover how the experts are reshaping the industry, leveraging technology and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

JENNA SMITH, TODAY’S PODCAST GUEST

Jenna Smith has been in provider recruitment for over 12 years. She has had the pleasure of working for a variety of medical groups and models including a large hospital system, a FQHC and a concierge start up. A vast majority of her career has been focused on outpatient primary care including IM, FM, Peds, OBGYN and urgent care providers.

ABOUT THE HOST

Christy Bray currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer for PracticeLink, a leading platform in healthcare recruitment. Christy has extensive experience in the healthcare industry, including VP of Provider Talent at Ardent Health Services, AVP of Provider Recruitment at Lifepoint Health and Physician Recruiter and Senior Consultant at Banner Health. She is skilled in provider relations, team building, process improvement, staffing solutions and previously served in several committee roles for the Association for Advancing Physician and Provider Recruitment (AAPPR).