Enhancing Candidate Experience Through Feedback Loops with Josh Dudzik of Inova Health

Episode notes

Talent acquisition in healthcare demands a unique blend of strategy, adaptability and human-centered leadership. In this episode, host Ryan Dull speaks with Josh Dudzik , Associate Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Inova Health , about transforming TA practices to support a growing health system. Josh shares how his team revamped Inova’s talent acquisition structure by introducing a dedicated sourcing function that has already delivered significant ROI. He also dives into the importance of balancing AI with human touchpoints, optimizing referral programs and engaging early-in-career talent through proactive workforce development. Key Takeaways: (02:30) Josh starts in agency recruiting and grows into system-level TA leadership. (04:46) Inova averages 6,000–7,000 hires annually, supported by low turnover. (09:38) Recruiters turn survey feedback into action plans that drive progress. (12:29) TA teams must balance tech adoption with maintaining human connection. (15:31) Early outreach and military transition programs expand future talent pipelines. (17:59) Referral sourcing shows strong results and is being scaled with the right tech.