Whether you’re a seasoned medical imaging professional or a newly licensed rehab therapist, choosing to partner with an allied health staffing company can transform the way you work. Instead of stressing about logistics, paperwork, and fruitless job searches, you can focus on what really matters: delivering excellent patient care. The following are seven compelling reasons why allied health professionals turn to staffing agencies to elevate their careers.
1. Abundant Job Opportunities
Traditional job boards can be overwhelming, and often it’s hard to distinguish a good-looking assignment from a bait-and-switch. An allied health staffing company does the legwork for you, matching your skills and preferences with roles that fit. You may also hear about opportunities you wouldn’t have found on your own, as some agencies have exclusive orders from client facilities.
2. Flexibility to Fit Your Lifestyle
Maybe you want a travel assignment to see the country, or perhaps you’re after a stable contract close to home. For the ultimate in flexibility, you could choose to work per diem, where you get to chose when and how often you work. Staffing agencies offer options that align with your career goals and personal life. You can scale up or down depending on whether you’re chasing adventure, stability, or a better work-life balance.
3. Support with Licensing and Credentialing
Let’s be honest, paperwork is no one’s favorite part of the job. A good allied health staffing company streamlines credentialing, licensing, and compliance, guiding you through every step. This allows you to avoid red tape headaches and get to work faster.
4. Competitive Pay and Benefits
Partnering with a staffing agency often means higher earning potential, including perks like health insurance, retirement plans, travel stipends, and even housing assistance. Housing stipends and daily per diems are typically exempt from taxes, equating to higher take-home pay.
5. Personalized Recruiter Relationships
Unlike applying directly to a facility, where you can feel like just another résumé, working with an allied health staffing company connects you with a recruiter who gets to know you. This one-on-one relationship should ensure your career goals are heard and that you’re placed in roles where you’ll thrive.
6. Opportunities to Grow Your Skills
A major benefit of traveling with a staffing agency is that you’re often exposed to new facilities, patient populations, and healthcare technologies. That work environment variety builds your résumé faster than staying in one place and helps you develop into a more versatile and confident clinician.
7. Less Stress, More Adventure
When an agency handles logistics like getting you a travel contract, credentialing, and supporting you throughout the assignment, you get to focus on enjoying the experience. Whether you want to explore new cities or extend a rewarding assignment, the right allied health staffing company makes the journey smoother.
Why Choose Preferred Healthcare Staffing?
Not all staffing agencies are created equal. At Preferred, we specialize in supporting and championing our allied health professionals—from PTs and OTs to SLPs, medical imaging techs, and radiation oncology experts.
Here’s what sets us apart from the rest:
- Preferred has been in business for over 30 years, and we have earned our stellar reputation with candidates and clients.
- Our experienced and accomplished recruiters know your industry inside and out and act as trusted advisors.
- From licensing and credentialing to relocation assistance, we provide white-glove service every step of the way.
If you’re ready to see what your career could look like with a dedicated ally in your corner, apply with Preferred today.