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Staff Matters: How Can We Be More Creative With Our Benefits?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
Staff Matters: How Can We Be More Creative With Our Benefits?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
As open enrollment for health benefits approaches, this column discusses creative and cost-effective benefit offerings to attract and retain employees. The focus is on innovative benefits beyond traditional health, life insurance, and retirement plans. Suggestions include pet insurance, paid volunteer time, lunch and learn sessions, and flexible scheduling to accommodate employees' needs, particularly working parents and those with caregiving responsibilities. The importance of seeking employee input in benefit planning is emphasized for discovering practical, employee-desired options.
Staff Matters: Should You Create A Combined Pto Bank?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
Staff Matters: Should You Create A Combined Pto Bank?, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
Consider consolidating separate leave banks into a combined Paid Time Off (PTO) system to simplify administration and boost employee flexibility. PTO allows staff to use their leave days for any purpose without providing a reason. While it fosters trust and personal accountability, it may lead to employees saving days for vacations and working while sick. A PTO policy should address availability, employee type, coordination, and communication to encourage PTO utilization, prevent burnout, and enhance work-life balance.
Staff Matters: Attracting Qualified Candidates, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
Staff Matters: Attracting Qualified Candidates, Jodi Schafer Sphr, Shrm-Scp
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association
In the current competitive job market, dental practices face challenges in recruiting qualified staff. This Staff Matters column explores strategies to stand out and attract candidates, addressing the impact of the "great resignation" and the projected growth in dental openings. Suggestions include offering part-time positions for increased flexibility, considering evening appointments, providing additional benefits like childcare support, attending to the practice's image through positive online reviews and marketing, and building a future workforce through partnerships with educational institutions.