Supporting Workforce Recruitment for Rural Healthcare

Recruiting physicians and healthcare providers remains one of the most significant challenges facing rural hospitals and clinics. Access to qualified providers is essential to maintaining local healthcare services, strengthening community health, and supporting the long-term sustainability of rural healthcare organizations.

ICAHN’s Recruitment Services provide rural hospitals and healthcare facilities with practical tools, resources, and recruitment support designed to help organizations navigate the increasingly competitive healthcare workforce environment.

Recruitment Support Services

ICAHN supports hospitals and clinics with a variety of recruitment-related services, including:

  • Physician and provider recruitment support

  • Job posting assistance

  • J-1 Visa support services

  • Candidate vetting and selection guidance

  • Assistance navigating Illinois licensure requirements

  • Access to provider recruitment and advertising resources

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Partnership with Adkisson Search Consultants

ICAHN partners with Adkisson Search Consultants, a nationally recognized rural-focused recruitment firm, to provide recruitment expertise and administrative support services to ICAHN members through an annual subscription fee.

This partnership helps hospitals access experienced recruitment professionals who understand the unique workforce challenges and opportunities facing rural healthcare organizations.

Access to 3RNET

ICAHN hospitals and medical providers also have access to 3RNet, a national non-profit national healthcare recruitment network connecting healthcare professionals with opportunities in rural and underserved communities. Participation in 3RNet is available at no charge through the Illinois Department of Public Health Center for Rural Health and provides hospitals with expanded visibility to candidates seeking rural healthcare careers.

Designed for Rural Healthcare

ICAHN understands that successful recruitment in rural communities requires more than simply posting an open position. Recruitment Services are designed to support rural hospitals with practical guidance, specialized resources, and partnerships focused on strengthening access to healthcare providers across rural Illinois.

Contact Us

  • Curt Zimmerman

    Senior Director - Business Services and Development
    815-503-1731

    Peer Groups: Chief Financial Officers