How to Start a Medical Staffing Company
When health care facilities are in need of medical professionals, staffing agencies provide a much needed service. According to a 2005 report in Physician's News Digest, the health care industry spends $14 billion annually on medical staffing companies. These companies are expected to grow 15 to 20 percent each year. Medical staffing companies save the health care industry time and money by placing qualified candidates in open positions. Applicants are provided with temporary and full-time work through a staffing agency.
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Purchase software to keep your medical staffing company organized. Specialized staffing software keeps record of such important details as client information, payroll, resumes and hiring needs. Keep a database for employee evaluations and appointment schedules. Contact professional associations, such as the American Staffing Association, to find out more about choosing the perfect software for your needs.
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Lease an office space and set up your agency. A small office can work well because medical administrators and clients rarely visit your staffing company. Yet, the office needs enough space for desks, computer testing and interviews with nurses, medical technicians and physicians. Consider renting an office in a business park or strip mall. You need a prime location where your company is visible and easy to access. Plenty of parking should also be available nearby.
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Hire consultants who are experienced in daily operations of a staffing agency and who have knowledge of the medical industry. Consultants can be proficient in starting a new staffing company, networking with medical facilities and strategy planning for job placement.
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Research the regulations set by the Joint Commission (formerly known as the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) as well as state licensing guidelines for medical professionals. Contact the US Small Business Administration office in your state for information on licenses and permits for your medical staffing company.
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Obtain malpractice and liability insurance for medical professionals. Require license verification and competency testing for each candidate.
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Set up a phone line with a 24-hour messaging service for staff. Keep recordings updated for available positions and office hours.
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Consider a niche specialty for your medical staffing company, such as nurses, medical technicians or medical receptionists. While you can still offer job placement in general health care positions, specializing in a niche can build a reputation for your services in that field. Include your medical niche when advertising your staffing company. Create promotional brochures to leave at medical facilities. Join your local Chamber of Commerce for networking and job fair opportunities.
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Tips & Warnings
Contact your local Small Business Administration office and national/local professional organizations for business resources, such as networking opportunities and grant information.
Business laws for staffing agencies vary between states. Consult with a lawyer when starting your own company.
