Tool KitPhysician Onboarding

Physician Onboarding Plan

Developing a thorough physician onboarding plan is crucial for the success of new providers in a healthcare organization. It goes beyond the initial 100 days and focuses on their long-term effectiveness and retention. In this toolkit, we will outline the essential steps to take and who to involve, in ensuring a smooth transition and integration for new physicians.

In this tool kit you’ll find the following templates and guides:

Physician Onboarding Plan

100 Day Volume & Assessment Plan

This component of the toolkit outlines a structured approach to assessing the performance and progress of new physicians during their first 100 days. It helps track key metrics, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for continued growth.

Hospital Committee Model & Sample Communications

Guidelines for developing a committee committed to the development and growth of your facility. Invited to serve 2-year, staggered terms, members of this committee should be able to commit to participating in quarterly planning meetings, scheduled retention events, and being available as a resource to new physicians as needed.

New Physician Referral Development Summary

Templated pages of questions to answer before the physician starts to help in understanding their needs and expectations.

Physician Investment Committee Model

Guidelines for developing an interdisciplinary committee dedicated to implementing and measuring ROI tied to specific physician alignment opportunities. Responsible for coordinating the implementation of your facility’s strategic initiatives specific to physician recruitment, alignment, and practice development.

Physician Onboarding & Retention Guide

This guide includes a structured onboarding process flow chart to support the integration and success of newly recruited physicians. It also contains a checklist of items with timeframes to ensure that the needs of the new physician are met and key relationships are built within the first 100 days — within their practice, the system, and the community.

New Physician Marketing Plan

A sample template of the activities that should be planned for the first 4 phases of the onboarding process and the role that will be responsible for that activity.

New Provider Welcome Communications

Thoughtful welcome communications play a vital role in creating a positive first impression for new physicians. Fostering engagement with existing staff members, and setting expectations for their role within the organization.