What’s the difference and why does it matter?
In the world of medical recruitment, you might hear terms like 360-degree or 180-degree recruitment being thrown around – especially by agencies. But what do they actually mean? And what difference do they make to you as a doctor or a clinic?
Let’s break it down.
180-degree recruitment: specialised, but fragmented
A 180 recruiter typically handles just one side of the recruitment process. They’re either working with candidates or with clients, but typically not both.
So, for example:
- One recruiter might focus solely on finding jobs for doctors.
- Another might focus on sourcing candidates for a clinic.
While this model can allow for deep specialisation, it can also mean things get a bit siloed. The recruiter working with you may not have the full picture: what the clinic environment is really like, what the doctor’s actual needs are, or how things are tracking post-placement.
When the baton is passed from one to the other, important context can be lost in the process.
360-degree recruitment: connected, continuous, complete
A 360 recruiter handles the entire journey. They build relationships with both the doctor and the clinic, and guide the process from start to finish.
At Good Together, this is our model.
For us, 360-degree recruitment means:
- Understanding your priorities – not just what job you want, but how you want your life to feel.
- Being across both sides of the placement – which helps us spot where things are likely to work or fall over.
- Staying connected beyond day one. We don’t disappear once the contract is signed. We check in, we support, we troubleshoot if needed.
We like to think of ourselves less as middle-men and more as matchmakers, guides, and advocates, because the best placements aren’t just about filling a job. They’re about setting up a long-term win for everyone involved.
So, which is better?
That depends on what you’re looking for.
If you’re after fast volume and transactional placements, a 180 model might suit. But if you’re looking for genuine connection, thoughtful matchmaking, and a smoother experience from start to finish, the 360 model has clear benefits – especially in healthcare, where trust and understanding matter more than ever.
At Good Together, we’ve built our whole approach around the 360 model — not because it’s trendy, but because it’s the only way we can do justice to the doctors and clinics we work with. If you’re ready to explore your next step – whether as a doctor or a clinic – we’d love to walk alongside you.
