Chris Bakke

Founder

Currently: Investing, writing, and enjoying downtime.

Previously: CEO of Laskie (acquired by X/Twitter in 2023), Co-founder of Interviewed (acquired by Indeed in 2017), COO of 42Floors (acquired by Knotel), managed business development for Zillow (NAS $ZG), RentJuice (acquired by Zillow in 2012).

Founder, CEO

Leah Rietveld

Medical Solutions

I’m currently hiring for full-time, direct-hire roles in hospital settings:

🩺 Med-Surg Registered Nurses, Outpatient Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists– in AZ near Las Vegas and Lake Havasu
🧑‍⚕️ Outpatient Physical Therapists – near Olympia WA

These are permanent positions with full benefits and loan repayment options available. I work directly with the hiring teams and can help you get a clear picture of the work environment before you apply.

Learn more or apply here:
RN (AZ): bit.ly/Indeed-AZ-RN
PT (AZ): bit.ly/Indeed-AZ-PT
PT (WA): bit.ly/Indeed-WA-PT

Feel free to message me directly if you are looking for permanent RN, PT or OT roles!  

#nursingjobs #physicaltherapy #healthcarejobs #directhire #RN #PT #loanrepayment #ArizonaJobs #WashingtonJobs

As a member of Medical Solutions' Direct Hire division, I'm here to make a difference for healthcare professionals seeking permanent roles. My focus is on building meaningful connections with clinicians like you, understanding your career goals, and helping you land the perfect position that aligns with your skills and aspirations.

In my role, I handle everything from high-volume prospecting to personalized support throughout the hiring process. My priority is ensuring that you have a seamless, stress-free experience—from the initial conversation to negotiating offers and securing your ideal role.

If you're looking for a permanent role in healthcare and want a partner who genuinely cares about your career and is also connected directly with the hiring managers to support an easy process, let's connect! I’m here to help you find a job you’ll love.

Direct Hire Healthcare Recruiter

Rogue Recruitment

I help companies efficiently find the people they need on their teams, supporting candidates and company experience so everyone wins.

Business Development Specialist

Recruiter

LCM Network

Independent Recruiter focused on primarily permanent, direct hire Web3 and AI/ML software engineering and adjacent roles in top US startups.

If you’re looking to hit the next level of your career or find niche roles that fit you, I'm here to help you with your search, brand, and networking.

If you're a company looking for the perfect new member of your software development or data team, I know how to write targeted job descriptions, streamline applications, and reach and qualify candidates to find that perfect fit quickly.  The newest addition to your team is probably in the LCM network already.

Founder & Recruitment Leader

Job Seeker Supporter

Paraform

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Candidate Supporter

Forum Groups

Forum is a marketplace for peer support groups that connects mission-driven facilitators with people seeking support for life’s biggest challenges–including life transitions, career, health, relationships, and more. Peer support is a proven model for personal change, healing, and growth – and our vision is a world where everyone has easy access to it.

I have the great honor of connecting the helpers out there to those in need of support!

Partner Recruiter

Laskie (acquired by Twitter)

•	Sourced, reviewed applications, and screened candidates as an RPO talent partner for roles in software engineering, accounting, HR, and sales over seven months, thoroughly screening ~100 candidates per month
•	Managed the candidate pipeline of candidates for US and Canada-based Software Engineers and data professionals over three months, vetting up to 80 new candidates weekly
•	Created custom screening questions based on client role specifications and market standards, including hard and soft skill assessment
•	Provided weekly feedback to clients on metrics related to the sourcing and screening pipelines, including the number of outreach messages, contacts, and screened candidates
•	Actively created a pipeline of candidates through LinkedIn networking, content development, and targeted commenting with a >7% increase in followers and connections weekly

Talent Partner

Noble Network of Charter Schools

•	Managed annual caseload of students applying to college
•	Analyzed college options and track data for college application and scholarship applications 
•	Worked with college admissions departments on all aspects of application and financial aid processes
•	Created and taught junior and senior year college and career preparation and application curricula

College and Career Counselor

•	Scheduled teacher and student classes based on student curriculum needs and teacher expertise and availability
•	Administered enrichment and night school for students to meet graduation requirements
•	Coordinated quarterly SAT based interim assessments including proctor assignment and data collection
•	Managed teacher coverage for teacher absences using internal and external substitute procurement
•	Planned and oversaw special events including homecoming, pep rallies, and award assemblies

Dean Of Students

•	Analyzed and reported academic, behavioral, and attendance data for the campus bi-weekly
•	Tracked SAT data by standard and skill and analyzed trends to help improve student outcomes
•	Created academic and testing reports for instructor and student use 
•	Evaluated instructor data entry to ensure data fidelity

Data Analytics Lead

•	Analyzed and reported academic, behavioral, and attendance data
•	Led a team of teachers to create data based interventions for student success
•	Tracked ACT data and analyzed trends to help improve student outcomes

11th Grade Lead

Urban Alliance

• Researched, identified, and managed contracts with business and other forms of funding for 42 summer interns
• Supervised writing, revision, submission and management of a $38,000 city grant to support student interns
• Provided direct college and career services to over 200 high school internship program students and alumni leading to a 90% college enrollment rate and a 76% retention rate
• Planned and coordinated two to four monthly programs and special events for alumni and interns
• Led and developed weekly professional development curriculum for alumni interns
• Contributed monthly academic articles and program updates for alumni newsletter

Director of Alumni Services & Alumni Internships

• Provided direct college and career services to over 200 high school internship program students and alumni 
• Planned and coordinated two to four monthly programs and special events for alumni and interns
• Led and developed weekly professional development curriculum for alumni interns
• Contributed monthly academic articles and program updates for alumni newsletter

Alumni Services & Internship Coordinator

• Monitored the professional, academic and personal performance of 36 high school interns 
• Achieved student success rates of 100% graduation, 100% college acceptance, and 92% college enrollment 
• Conducted formal evaluations of intern job performance and skill development
• Managed and reported intern and jobsite data using Saleforce database
• Authored and edited weekly Constant Contact newsletter featuring program updates for corporate partners

Internship Program Coordinator

Chicago Public Schools

•	Instructed 140 students per year in Chemistry and Environmental Science
•	Developed Chemistry and Environmental Science curricula based on student grade and track
•	Designed and implemented performance management data technology 
•	Managed and evaluated student performance data to guide instruction

Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher

The University of Chicago

•	Managed and cleaned database for a seven year longitudinal study of over 200 older adults
•	Assisted with updates and management of an NIH funded health disparities grant
•	Investigated trends in longitudinal and cross-sectional data using SPSS software

Researcher

•	Instructed psychology and interdisciplinary science discussion sections 
•	Assessed and provided feedback on writing assignments and exams
•	Appraised test item validity and reliability

Psychology Teaching Assistant

Currently placing permanent staff in nursing and allied health in Arizona, Washington state, and central Indiana but also connected throughout the US! Healthcare Professionals, I’m here to help.

Recruiter and people empowerer dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find their purpose and promoting access and equity in career opportunities.

What I’m up to now:
I’ve recently joined Medical Solutions as a member Direct Hire division, where my focus is on connecting clinicians with permanent roles that align with their skills and career aspirations. I specialize in placing nurses, allied health professionals, and clinical specialists in positions that offer stability, growth, and long-term satisfaction. 

A bit about my background:

*10+ years in college and career development, with expertise in research, data analysis, and curriculum development across secondary science, test prep, and coding.

*Masters in Biopsychology from The University of Chicago, emphasizing the impact of social support on health in aging populations.

*Proven skills in data analysis, process optimization, resume writing, interview coaching, job search strategies, and candidate sourcing.

*Deep experience with ATS development, job description preparation, screening questions, recruiting systems, Boolean searches, and strategic outreach.

*Passionate about creating efficient, transparent recruiting processes to enhance both candidate and client experiences for lasting success.

I’m excited to leverage my experience to help healthcare professionals find fulfilling, permanent opportunities. If you’re exploring your next step in nursing, allied health, or clinical specialties, let’s connect!

All opinions expressed are my own.

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