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Accelerated Workforce Expansion for a Clinical Reference Laboratory

Skill Sets Supported

Specimen Kit Assemblers, Accessioning Specialists, IT Managers, Lab Supervisors, Field Specimen Collectors, Medical Billing Specialists, Lab  Assistants, and IT Helpdesk Supporters.

Business Problem

The client faced an urgent requirement to rapidly expand their workforce. They needed to recruit and hire more than 100 contractors within a strict
6-month timeframe.

  • Their internal recruitment team lacked the capacity to handle the high volume of hiring demands within the tight timelines.
  • They encountered difficulties in finding  qualified candidates for crucial positions, including specimen collection, processing, IT, and administration.
  • Due to the overwhelming influx of requirements and internal priorities, the internal HR team faced challenges in effectively managing contractors.

Results

  • Achieved a successful fulfillment rate of over 85% for the open positions, thanks to Astrix’s prompt response time, high-quality candidate submissions, and streamlined payroll processes.
  • Astrix’s contractor management support relieved the burden on the client’s internal HR team, allowing them to concentrate on other critical priorities.
  • Staffing Team Placed a total of 123 contractors, including essential roles in specimen collection, processing, IT
    support, and administration.

Astrix Solution

  • Astrix devised and implemented a scalable recruitment strategy tailored to the client’s specific needs
  • Leveraged our extensive network and expertise in the life sciences industry to efficiently source qualified candidates.
  • Collaborated closely with the client to streamline their hiring process, ensuring smooth coordination between hiring managers and  candidates. This resulted in efficient scheduling of interviews and prompt feedback.
  • Implemented a contractor management process to track ongoing interviews, extended and accepted offers, screening results, and start  dates.

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