Inhouse Assist was founded by three veteran healthcare recruiters who envisioned a new paradigm for acquiring top physicians and nurses- one that provides comprehensive recruitment solutions with both the client and candidate in mind. Focused on this new recruitment process, these thought leaders set out on a journey that is changing the industry.  Our philosophy is based on building relationships with passive candidates- those doctors and nurses you really want to hire- in a way that benefits your organization both today and tomorrow. Our solution is an ongoing and continuous process that is working for healthcare organizations across the country.  Contact us today and our team of consultants can start building your pipeline of top talent; we are here to assist as you navigate today’s competitive human capital marketplace.

Leadership Team

Dan Gutknecht,
Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder

Mr. Gutknecht has over 15 years experience in the staffing and recruiting industry, and is responsible for the overall leadership and direction of Inhouse Assist and it's subsidiaries.  Dan is veteran of over 1000 search assignments; he is a student of human psychology and organizational sociology. His vision is to help organizations and individuals live more productive and content lives through adherence to personal and corporate values. Prior to Inhouse Assist, Danny has been involved in the start and growth of 4 other national organizations that have been known for their productivity and passion. 

Gutknecht takes an active role in social responsibility and initiatives in his community, which most recently includes serving as Co-Chair for Arizona's Greater Economic Council Healthcare Initiative and Strategy.  He is also a member of the Jung Foundation for Analytical Psychology, The American College of Healthcare Executives, and Bootstrap a community of over 3000 entrepreneurs. Gutknecht is a speaker on the topics of Human Development, Candidate Sourcing Screening and Selection, Entrepreneurship and Innovation.  Dan has also served as CEO of a boutique executive search group where he conducted numerous executive search assignments for Trilogy Software, I2 Technologies, Microsoft, Booz Allen, Bain, Avanade, Inc. and Andersen Consulting. Dan also served as Vice President of Sales for Triangle Marketing Agency (a  large multi - national marketing firm). 

Jay Long,
President & Co-Founder

Jay has guided Inhouse Assist  through its critical stages of growth since its inception in June, 2005. He is instrumental in the ongoing development of our teams and innovative business model. Jay is a veteran of the search industry and loves the art and process of recruiting. He is known as "the one to call" when organizations need superior, hard to find talent. Mr. Long has been helping people find their suited career paths for more than 13 years. He has consulted and provided career direction for hundreds of individuals that include; scientists, physicians, technological innovators, business executives and healthcare leaders. He has completed some of the most highly recognized search assignments in the US.  Mr. Long believes that a great recruiter can provide candidates a meaningful experience that reveals a self-reflective view of their professional and personal experience while illustrating a balanced picture of personal and professional objectives. His desire is for each candidate that connects to IHA to fully understand this rewarding experience. Jay has directed IHA through its critical stages of growth from its inception in June, 2005 to its current level of $5.0 million in annualized revenues.

David Payne,
Chief Operating Officer & Co-Founder

"I've devoted my career to building the best delivery systems in the industry. Recruiting is about quality first and models second. I commit my time to the continuous pursuit of building innovative end-to-end talent acquisition solutions that exceed our clients expectations of quality, and work diligently to deliver those results through the constant pursuit of building the most efficient sourcing model the industry has to offer."

As COO, David provides leadership and direction for our operations, focusing his energy on building systems and structures that allow our teams to produce results with maximum impact for our clients. David has taken a major role in the development of our nursing division, RN Pathways, and the systems which have allowed us to maintain an exceptionally high satisfaction rate among our clientele. David’s focus comes from his desire to develop an image and reputation for IHA and RN Pathways that establishes the highest standards in our industry. David has directed hundreds of executive/physician and nurse/allied search assignments in his 12 years in the business. He is a former Vice President of Recruiting at a large national placement and recruiting company, where he was the lead consultant on the largest retained assignment in the country in 1999. He also held the role of Recruiting Director for two other large national recruitment agencies. David’s experience provides him with a unique perspective on our industry’s practice and models used to gain a competitive advantage in our sector.

David's business interests include business innovation, entrepreneurship, organizations psychology, social media and emerging technologies that bring people together. David's personal interests in include fly-fishing, traveling, reading, and spending quality time with his family. David is married and has two daughters, ages 5 and 3.