Case Study
Finding a Pixel Perfect UI/UX Designer for a Leading Healthcare Tech Company
Constant Therapy Health delivers personalized, science-based digital therapy for speech, language, and cognitive recovery using machine learning, empowering patients and clinicians with tailored, adaptive tools for effective rehabilitation.
Constant Therapy Health
AI-Powered Digital Therapy
Hiring Challenge
How do you find a UX designer who understands both the art of user activation and the nuances of cognitive rehabilitation?
The Problem
Finding a Specialist in Two Worlds
The stakes were high for CTH. Their app, powered by AI, transforms brain training for patients with cognitive impairments. To succeed, they needed a designer who could bridge the gap between empathy for healthcare users and the psychology of engagement. They sought a UX designer who could:
- Create interfaces intuitive for users facing cognitive challenges (no simple task).
- Design a product as engaging as Duolingo, with clear focus on user activation and retention.
- An expert at blending visual design with analytics and usability testing, combining creativity with technical excellence.
- Be proficient in Design Systems, Figma, HTML, and CSS to effectively bridge design and development.
Adding to the complexity, this wasn’t a full-time role; they needed someone contract-based, with at least seven years of experience—no small feat in a competitive talent market where seasoned UX designers command premium rates.
The Approach
Thinking Beyond the Usual Talent Pools
At Hireable, we believe in sourcing exceptional talent through precise strategies. Instead of casting a wide net across job boards, we target a niche: designers with experience in brain-training apps or tools for neurodivergent users.
Our approach blends deep research with precise outreach, seeking out candidates who not only understand the psychology of user behavior but also appreciate the subtle art of designing for accessibility. We believed it was possible to find someone who excelled at both—and often, those individuals come from the most unexpected places.
The Results
A Perfect Fit
The search led us to the ideal candidate: a former healthcare professional turned full-stack UI/UX designer, whose unique career path blends both applied behavioral science with UX expertise.
Here are some highlights:
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) experience working directly with neurodivergent children, demonstrating the ability to create tools that genuinely improve lives.
- A UX design portfolio that mirrors the Duolingo-style, highlighting the precise aesthetic and functionality envisioned by Constant Therapy Health.
- Portfolio experience rooted in the healthcare startup space across nutrition, teletherapy, and AI-driven solutions.
- B.S. in Anthropology, providing a deep understanding of human behavior.
This individual wasn’t just qualified—they were inspired by the mission. Their ability to design tools that foster learning and engagement aligned seamlessly with CTH's goals. The designer is set to join Constant Therapy Health, where their unique blend of skills will shape the product’s future.
What We Learned
- Defining the "must–have" vs. "nice–to–have": Constant Therapy Health’s clear articulation of needs allowed us to refine our search to candidates who weren’t just capable but mission-aligned.
- Unconventional Talent Exists: The most qualified talent with niche-specific-skills and knowledge often exists beyond traditional talent pools.
- Alignment is everything: This designer wasn’t simply a UX expert; their personal journey and professional skills resonated with the mission at hand.
The Takeaway
Finding the right talent for a specialized challenge requires both creativity and precision. At Hireable, we don’t just fill roles; we create partnerships that propel products and missions forward.
Are you a startup with a unique talent challenge? Let’s solve it together. Reach out today, and let’s make your vision a reality.