3 health IT hiring trends

This is from HIMSS:

Chicago (June 26, 2012) - Three health IT hiring trends:

• Employers realize transferable (skills acquired in the past that can be used in present) and soft (like communication) skills are becoming important in the workforce.

• Job seekers find broadening their job search, beyond one particular job description or type of job, is more beneficial than narrowing the search into one job description.

• Employers see the value of incumbent training-type programs, realizing the potential of current employees and preparing them for future health IT positions (this, in turn, creates a loyalty program within an organization).

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