Hosted by Christy Bray

Episode Twelve: Recruitment Excellence in Healthcare with Hope Valvero

For this twelfth episode of PracticeLink Media Network’s “Workforce Wisdom: The Future of Healthcare Talent” podcast, host Christy Bray welcomes Hope Valvero, Director of Medical Staff Development at Community Health Systems.

Together Christy and Hope discuss building team culture, changes in the recruitment landscape, leveraging data and much, much more!

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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.

HOPE VALVERO, TODAY’S PODCAST GUEST

Hope Valvero is the Director of Medical Staff Development at CHS, where she has been leading efforts since March 2024. With over 20 years of experience in physician recruiting, she has honed her expertise by working with renowned healthcare organizations, including SSM Health in St. Louis, MO, and ChenMed, where she led a successful sourcing team for two years. Throughout her career, Hope has cultivated a deep understanding of the healthcare recruitment landscape and has been instrumental in shaping recruitment strategies that attract top-tier talent. Her leadership in physician staffing has had a lasting impact, helping to meet the growing demand for healthcare professionals across diverse settings. Having grown up in rural Southwest Missouri, Hope is especially passionate about improving healthcare access in rural and underserved areas. She is committed to ensuring that communities in need are provided with the healthcare professionals and resources they deserve. Outside of her professional life, Hope resides in St. Charles, MO, just outside of St. Louis, with her husband, Jason, their 15-year-old daughter, Claire, and their two standard poodles and Maltese. She is passionate about balancing a fulfilling career with a vibrant family life and enjoys spending time with loved ones and her furry companions.

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).