Practice Where Needed, Serving Underserved Communities One Healthcare Professional at a Time
Empowering mission-driven clinicians to bring vital care to rural towns, urban health deserts, and beyond.
Millions of people across the U.S. lack consistent access to quality healthcare.
At Practice Where Needed, we connect healthcare professionals—like you—with the communities that need them the most. Whether it’s a remote farming region or an inner-city clinic, your expertise can make a profound difference for patients who’d otherwise go without.
“The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.” – Albert Schweitzer
Where Compassion Meets Urgent Need
According to the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), over 7,000 areas in the United States are officially recognized as Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs). This shortage impacts rural towns, inner-city neighborhoods, and even suburban communities, creating significant barriers to preventive care, specialty treatments, and chronic disease management.
“We must go where we are needed and deliver care to those who are most vulnerable.” – Paul Farmer
By uniting mission-driven professionals with clinics, hospitals, and community health centers in these regions, we strive to turn the tide on healthcare disparities. Through Practice Where Needed, you’ll have the chance not only to grow your career but also to bring hope and healing where it counts most.
1 in 5 U.S. counties lacking adequate mental healthcare professionals (per the National Council for Mental Wellbeing).
Your Skills Are Needed in Countless Ways
The healthcare shortage knows no boundaries. Practice Where Needed connects professionals in a wide range of roles to facilities that truly benefit from specialized expertise:
- Physicians: Primary care, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, and more.
- Advanced Practice Providers: Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) serving diverse clinical settings.
- Registered Nurses (RNs): From Emergency and Critical Care to Public Health and Home Health.
- Allied Health Professionals: Physical/Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists, Lab Technicians, Radiology Techs, etc.
- Mental Health Specialists: Psychologists, Licensed Counselors, Social Workers.
- Dental Providers: Dentists and Dental Hygienists Many of our partner sites also offer mentorship or structured orientation programs, enabling early-career clinicians to flourish in resource-limited environments.
Our Five-Step Path to Meaningful Service
Step 1:
Submit Your Resume
Share your background, clinical interests, and locations you’d consider.
Our secure platform ensures your personal information remains confidential.
Step 2:
Personalized Match
Our recruitment specialists analyze your profile against available positions in high-need areas, factoring in both your skillset and your desire to serve.
Step 3:
Interviews & Selection
You’ll interview with prospective facilities, learning about their patient populations, community resources, and work environments. Together, we’ll help you find the best fit.
Step 4:
Onboarding & Relocation
We guide you through state licensing, credentialing, and relocation logistics—so you can focus on preparing for your new role.
Step 5:
Ongoing Support
Post-placement, our team remains on hand to address questions, connect you to professional resources, and ensure a rewarding, sustainable experience in your new community.
Partnering to Strengthen Local Healthcare
If you represent a rural hospital, a small-town clinic, or an urban health center, we understand how staffing shortages can challenge patient care and strain your resources.
Practice Where Needed focuses on bringing healthcare professionals who are dedicated to closing these gaps and improving outcomes in underserved communities.
Key Points
- Mission-Focused Talent We connect you with candidates motivated by impact, not just a paycheck.
- Customized Search SolutionsEvery facility is unique. We tailor our recruitment to your organization’s culture, needs, and growth objectives. Our primary model is to bring candidates to you under contingency payment arrangements. However, we will consider fully retained search work, depending on the role and location.
- Retention & SupportOur team collaborates with you to offer continued resources and engagement, increasing provider satisfaction and longevity.
A Mission-Driven Approach to Transforming Healthcare Access
Practice Where Needed goes beyond traditional “fill-a-position” recruiting.
Our philosophy centers on harnessing your skills, experiences, and compassion to address critical healthcare gaps.
Here’s what sets us apart:
Candidate-Centric Focus
We prioritize your professional goals and personal calling, ensuring placements that align with both your expertise and your passion for service.
Community Impact
Each new hire in an underserved facility can help reduce patient wait times, prevent disease escalations, and ultimately save lives.
Comprehensive Support
From state licensing and credentialing to relocation and cultural orientation, we work with employers who can help you walk every step of the way.
Mission Driven
We uphold the highest standards in our commitment to addressing the most pressing healthcare needs across the United States. Looking ahead, our vision is to expand this mission globally, extending our impact to communities in need worldwide. At the heart of our work is a dedication to helping healthcare professionals find meaningful, fulfilling careers—ones that challenge them professionally while offering the profound reward of serving those who need care the most.
“The love you have for others is only measured by how much you are willing to give of yourself.”–
Frances Xavier Cabrini
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