Q1: If I accept a job with trustaff will I be a Government employee?

A1: No, if you accept a job with trustaff, you will be hired as an employee of trustaff while working at a Government healthcare facility. We will be your employer and will pay you, offer you benefits, etc. You will not be an employee of the Government.

Q2: What is the typical length of a Government contract?

A2: Government contracts can run anywhere from one month all the way up to five years. Most Government contracts have a twelve month “base year” as well as four “option years”, for a total length of five years. As a contract employee, you will always have the option of leaving a contract before it has ended, provided that you give the appropriate amount of notice.

Q3: Will I have to provide my own malpractice insurance?

A3: No, under Government contracts, your malpractice insurance will always be covered by either the Federal Government or by trustaff.

Q4: Can I work with any state license?

A4: Yes, under most Government contracts you may work with any state license, regardless of where the healthcare facility is located.

Q5: Can I work as a 1099/Independent Contractor?

A5: That depends. Typically we contract physicians as independent contractors and every other type of healthcare worker as employees. This can be explored on a case-by-case basis.

Q6: How long will the hiring paperwork take?

A6: The Government credentialing and hiring process can be lengthy and paperwork intensive. Depending on your specialty, this process can be as short as a week or can last more than a month. However, our experienced Credentialing Department is always available to answer questions and guide you through this process to ensure that you are able to begin work as soon as possible.

Q7: Does trustaff cover for relocation or travel expenses?

A7: Depending on the type of contract (short term vs. long term), trustaff may be able to assist you with your relocation costs or the cost of renting an apartment, renting a car, or flight.