Frequently Asked Questions
Clients
Q: Why should we hire a recruiter?
A: A Recruiter is an important relationship to have, much like your relationship with your attorney or accountant. We specialize in locating talented candidates for your critical needs that will make a direct impact in the success of your company. What's more important to the success of a company than bringing aboard the right people?Q: My company has internal recruiters. Why should we hire you?
A: We understand the concern of not duplicating your efforts, but that is exactly why you should hire us. We complement your internal recruiting efforts. The goal is to bring aboard the best talent possible. Our understanding of your industry and our network of "Hidden Candidates" makes us an strong complement and will give you a wider choice of qualified candidates.
Q: Why would my company hire an agency located outside of my region?
A: One of our advantages is our ability to handle your hiring needs on a nationwide presence, whether that be in Seattle, San Diego, Miami or Boston; as your business grows we can accommodate your needs. In today's business environment so many our clients are constantly on the go already and we understand the importance of a strong relationship with our clients. That's why MEDTEK Group stays current with the latest technology to allow us to service our clients. Plus, regarding our candidates we have such a thorough screening process that we ensure we are sending qualified candidates in your area. Judge us by our results!Q: Why should I hire a recruiting agency when my company has no openings or is slowing down on hiring?
A: Using a recruiter during times like these is even more important. Some clients use us to react to an opening but others see this as an opportunity to be proactive and hire the best when the opportunity presents itself. We help you make strategic hiring. Plus most managers will admit that there is always room to upgrade their team.Q: What makes MEDTEK Group different from other agencies?
A: If we don't bring your results then what value do we offer you? We are dedicated to bringing results period, that is why our commitment of being "passionately centered on service" is what separates us from our competitors! We also limit the number of searches we work. This allows us to focus on our clients needs. We are not a resume mill we focus on bring 4-6 highly qualified candidates per search. For larger projects we have the flexibility to scale up to meet the demands of our larger clients too.Put us to the test let us show you what we can do.Q: What are your fees?
A: It depends on the difficulty of the search, however are fees typically range from 25% to 30% of the first years compensation, which is line with the industry average. We understand some concerns about saving money, but you don't hire top talent on price, you hire them because they will make an impact on your business, it's an investment that produces great value. Likewise, MEDTEK Group is about the value we bring by attracting and delivering talented candidates. Let us show you the difference in our candidates that will fully justify our fee. Plus, we are primarily a contingency agency, if you don't think the caliber of candidates we bring justifies our fee, you do not have to hire them.
Q: Why should I take on a new agency, when I have hired several others already?
A: Well if the other agencies are producing the level of qualified candidates you need, then your right you probably do not need our services. However typically when a company takes on several agencies it is because they are not getting the results they want, so they try the "shotgun" approach. This method usually produces the opposite effect plus in today's tight labor market it sends a poor message. Our business is about producing results for the life of our business relationship we can never take our clients for granted. So if your other agencies are not producing results then how can you afford to keep working with them. Instead work with an agency like MEDTEK Group that can consistently produce results and build a strong relationship with your recruiter that will understand your company and industry thoroughly.
Candidates
Most of these questions can be answered in our Candidate Area, especially the questioned around the benefit of using a recruiter.
Q: I’m happy where I am currently employed. Why do I need a recruiter?
A: That's great! If you are a top performer in your Industry you are exactly who we are looking for. We work with the top 20% of candidates just like we are selective with the clients that we partner with. Our goal is to match an opportunity with you that may save 2-3 years off your 5 year plan. Great opportunities have a funny habit of showing up when you least expect them. Also, to really use a recruiter to your benefit, the best time to establish the relationship is when you are NOT looking. They are a professional to have as a resource to further your career.
Q: Can you help me find a position out-of-state?
A: Absolutely! In fact that is one of the biggest advantage about working with MEDTEK Group is our national presence.
Q: Do I have to pay you the fee for my placement?
A: NO! Our clients pay our fee.Q: I don’t like to work with recruiters.
A: We typically hear this statement when a candidate has had a bad experience or has never used a recruiter before. Read the article by Bill Radin on the advantages of using a recruiter in our Candidate Area. If you have had a bad experience with a recruiter then we are sorry. Finding a good recruiter can be challenging at times but can be a strong ally to help you in your career advancement. It's very hard to find a good mechanic too, we are bound to hire a poor one occasionally but when we finally find that "Superstar" we are loyal and know the value they offer. The same is true for a great recruiter. MEDTEK Group is very focused on servicing our candidates and making matches that make sense. MEDTEK Group abides by a strict ethical code developed by N.A.P.S.and we value our reputation. Reputation is very important in this business and we work too hard to risk damaging our reputation.