 The following pages provide information about Medstaff's history and philosophy -- as well as our unique approach to temporary staffing. TABLE OF CONTENTS
| INTRODUCTION |  |  |
Welcome to Medstaff -- The Key to Exceptional Medical Staffing. We know that each year you are faced with staffing problems, whether for one week vacations or for long-term absences. At Medstaff, we understand this challenge and have structured programs which provide flexible staffing solutions to match any need. Medstaff National Medical Staffing, Inc. has been a leader in the locum tenens industry since 1985 and has earned a reputation for service excellence. Medstaff provides access to a powerful network of physicians giving your practice a cost effective solution to staffing shortages. Our board certified and board prepared physicians, many of whom make locum tenens their sole clinical commitment, are available to provide traditional locum tenens services just as they have since 1985. | OUR APPROACH TO SERVICE | | |
Medstaff attributes our success to a simple maxim: We do what we say we will do. We understand that the only definition of service and quality that matters is yours. We stake our reputation on our ability to bring qualified physicians together with clients who have staffing needs -- to create relationships that work. Because our company was created by physicians, we understand the critical need for prompt service, attention to detail, and the importance of communication and professionalism in matching providers with clients. Medstaff physicians are comfortable in a variety of healthcare settings, including managed care, individual and group practices, rural hospitals, major medical centers, and ambulatory care centers. The staffing professionals at Medstaff are dedicated and committed to providing client services unsurpassed in our industry. | CLIENT SERVICES | | |
All Medstaff locum tenens staffing is designed to meet the specific needs of our clients. Because we take the time to listen, we are better able to arrange superior staffing services for your particular situation. Any scheduling need you have is important to us, whether it is for one day or one year. As a result of our commitment to unsurpassed excellence in client service, Medstaff has set the standard for others in the locum tenens industry. Medstaff locum tenens has become the key to exceptional medical staffing by providing our clients with a quick, reliable way to meet a wide range of diverse staffing situations. Whatever your requirements, Medstaff can tailor a staffing plan to satisfy each unique situation. | STAFFING OPTIONS | | |
- Temporary Practice Assistance:
- Medstaff locum tenens is a cost-effective way to fill your short-term scheduling needs quickly and efficiently. For coverage needs lasting from one day to several months, our services are an excellent staffing solution for vacations, emergencies and sabbaticals.
- Trial Practice Program:
- By utilizing our Trial Practice Program, your practice can evaluate how a full-time staff addition will work for you -- before you make costly long-term commitments. Many Medstaff physicians choose locum tenens as a way to find the permanent practice setting that is "right" for them. By evaluating each other in the actual clinical setting, both the provider and practice make an informed decision. The Trial Practice Program is also useful in evaluating candidates who have contacted your practice directly; feel free to contact your client representative to discuss this attractive option in greater detail.
- Flexible Staffing Options:
- Many practices experience significant fluctuations in patient volume throughout the year. Medstaff locum tenens is an ideal method of maintaining the optimal patient/provider ratio without making costly long-term commitments.
| STAFFING NEEDS ANALYSIS | | |
How do we do what we do? Our support services begin with a comprehensive assessment of your special staffing requirements. Using Medstaff's unique Staffing Needs Analysis, we work closely with you to develop a staffing plan that is just right for your particular practice setting. Our goal is to assist you not only with your immediate needs, but to plan for your future needs as well. And when emergencies arise, we'll be even more prepared to assist you quickly and efficiently because we know you and we know your practice. | THE MEDSTAFF TEAM | | |
The key to Medstaff's success is garnering a complete understanding of your staffing needs. The Medstaff team concept ensures that the provider(s) who best meets the needs of your practice will be presented for your approval. Our team of staffing professionals include client representatives, recruiters, account managers, licensure and credentialing experts, and support personnel. These team members work diligently to understand the unique environment of your practice. The result is the placement of the highest quality healthcare providers for your locum tenens need. The provider resources of Medstaff are unmatched by any other physician staffing firm. Medstaff is part of a national recruiting network. By utilizing the powerful resources of the network, Medstaff has access to quality physicians who are interested in providing only the best care for your patients. This access assures that the candidates presented to your facility possess the clinical skills and interpersonal abilities that are critical to the successful placement of locum tenens physicians. | STAFFING ARRANGEMENTS | | |
Upon receipt of a detailed practice profile containing information about your clinical setting, the Medstaff team will match your requirements to our vast provider network; presenting the curriculum vitae of those candidates who most closely match the availability, clinical abilities, and interpersonal skills that you require. Your Medstaff Account Manager will also provide references and any additional information you request so that you may evaluate each candidate's credentials. Medstaff strongly encourages a telephone interview between the candidate and a representative from your organization who is qualified to evaluate the clinical and interpersonal abilities of the Medstaff provider. This process ensures that your practice receives the finest locum tenens services in the industry with the additional comfort of knowing you have the right to accept or decline any candidate presented. | INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS | | |
The physicians presented by Medstaff work as independent contractors, not as employees or agents of your organization. As independent contractors, these providers are not eligible for any employee benefits, workers compensation, vacation pay, disability or unemployment insurance, or any other employee benefit offered by your practice. All provider remuneration is included in the fees you pay to Medstaff. Your facility retains all revenue generated by the Medstaff-supplied provider. In most instances, the revenue generated by the provider is greater than the charge for our services, making Medstaff locum tenens services an attractive and cost-effective option. | PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE | | |
We assist each Medstaff-supplied independent contractor with procuring professional liability insurance through the Lloyds of London. This policy provides limits of $1,000,000 per medical incident and $3,000,000 annual aggregate and is a claims made policy written on a group basis.* Therefore, should an incident occur after the Medstaff-supplied providers have ceased providing services, they will continue to be covered by the group policy. In the event that the group policy is not renewed, an extended reporting endorsement (tail policy) will be obtained at no cost to you. If you prefer to make arrangements for the professional liability insurance, your Medstaff client representative is available to discuss the necessary requirements. *additional limits are provide for the state of Virginia | LICENSURE AND CREDENTIALING | | |
To qualify for an association with Medstaff National Medical Staffing, Inc., physicians must meet the highest professional standards in locum tenens. We demand extraordinary clinical references, personal recommendations, and supporting documentation unsurpassed by any other locum tenens firm. Medstaff's recruitment effort is directed toward well-trained providers with excellent clinical and strong interpersonal skills. We seek relationships with only those who are committed to the highest standards of patient care. For each Independent Contractor, Medstaff conducts an uncompromising credentialing and referencing process before we present the candidates to our client. Following is a detailed listing of our credentialing requirements. - A Medstaff application which outlines the personal and professional history of the applicant along with signed authorization to verify information provided
- Review and screening of information provided by applicant including previous employment, training, and malpractice history
- Telephone interviews with practicing physicians and other healthcare professionals who can personally attest to the applicant's current clinical and interpersonal skills
- Additional written reference letters from physicians and other healthcare professionals who have personal knowledge of the applicant's abilities
- Medical license screening by our credentialing department, including status on each state medical license known to be held by applicant
- If warranted, review by Medstaff's Medical Review Committee which consists of licensed Medical Doctors
- Copies of all pertinent documents required to support privileging and licensure applications, including diplomas, training certificates, DEA and license registrations, Specialty Board Certificates, etc.
| PERMANENT RECRUITMENT | | |
Many physicians view Medstaff as an avenue for locating the right permanent practice opportunity. By matching these candidates with clients who are actively recruiting, Medstaff successfully places numerous providers each year. If you and a Medstaff-supplied physician wish to form a permanent association, we will facilitate the hiring for a placement fee not to exceed $20,000 for primary care physician and $24,000 for sub-specialties. Many of our clients have found that the benefit of a trial relationship allows for an educated, informed hiring decision. You're hiring a provider who has already proven to be an asset to your practice. No price can be placed on the satisfaction and peace of mind gained in knowing you've made the right choice. | FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS | | |
Medstaff charges vary according to the specialty area and particular practice requirements. Services such as on-call availability and weekend coverage are also available should you need them. Call us for more detailed information about your particular specialty area. Medstaff does not require payment of an initial deposit with your contract. We feel that no money should be exchanged until an acceptable candidate is identified for your coverage. To accommodate our provider renumeration schedule, Medstaff will bill you for locum tenens services on a bi-monthly basis. All payments not received within 30 days of invoice shall be subject to a late payment charge of 1.5% per month (or the maximum interest rate allowed by applicable law, if less). | SPECIALTIES | | |
Medstaff currently provides independent contractors in the following specialty areas: - ANESTHESIOLOGY
- CARDIOLOGY
- DERMOTOLOGY
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- FAMILY PRACTICE
- GENERAL SURGERY
- HOSPITALIST
- INTERNAL MEDICINE
- OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
- PEDIATRICS
- RADIOLOGY
For information regarding the availability of providers in subspecialty areas please call 1-800-476-3275 . | SUMMARY | | |
Medstaff's success is built on a commitment to long-term relationships with our clients and our dedication to providing the highest quality temporary staffing available. That means more than just finding a physician to fill a staffing need. It also means working hard to provide staffing that will produce satisfaction -- and revenue -- for our clients. In a typical facility, the Medstaff-supplied providers will generate more revenue than the actual cost of the service. Because the locum tenens coverage pays for itself, you can be assured that the Medstaff-supplied physician is a wise investment. The real value, however, is that you are able to maintain a continuum of healthcare services without the disruption that can occur because of an unexpected absence or loss of a key provider. No cost can be affixed to the decline of your patient population caused by a staffing shortage or a temporarily closed practice. We believe Medstaff's combination of providing continuity of staffing along with the availability of highly trained physicians is an investment that will more than pay for itself. That's why Medstaff is committed to attracting the most qualified and clinically skilled physicians in locum tenens today. As you consider your locum tenens options, please keep these two promises in mind: First, we do what we say we will do. We think that's pretty rare these days, and we stake our reputation on our ability to deliver. You'll always know exactly what your options are and where things stand with your coverage. Medstaff will not make promises we cannot keep. Second, you can depend on a special relationship with your Account Planning Team here at Medstaff. Our experienced professionals know that success means creating staffing solutions that work for you. If you have further questions about our unique approach to physician staffing, please call Medstaff, your key to locum tenens staffing and permanent physician placement at 1-800-476-3275.
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