The healthcare team here at CBSbutler speak to highly talented candidates on a daily basis, yet a common misconception we hear is that contract work is less secure, not to mention less lucrative than permanent employment. But is there really any truth to this?
With budget cuts rife, and the need for a flexible workforce, temporary employment is increasingly being looked at by organisations. And this is particularly the case for our clients within healthcare trusts who seek staff for specific project based assignments. For example, we are currently seeing increased demand for highly skilled clinical coding and quality assurance professionals.
So for those of you with the experience, what’s holding you back? We often hear people shying away from contract work because of the desire for continued employment and financial stability. Yet, candidates with niche skills sets can often secure work on a continuing basis for months, if not years. By completing temporary projects to high standards, and working with the right consultancy, you can remain in employment for substantial periods. What’s more, pay rates for contract work can often be very lucrative – more so than many permanent positions infact– and provide a degree of independence and flexibility.
Another aspect often overlooked when considering temporary employment, is the reality that candidates will receive many of the same rights afforded to permanent employees. With the Agency Workers Regulations now firmly in place, temporary employees are entitled the same rights regarding holiday pay, overtime and bonuses than their permanent counterparts.
There are many benefits to temporary or contract employment, perhaps those that have steered clear previously ought to consider this option before ruling it out completing. And for those of you in the healthcare sector, why not check out the latest positions we have on offer by visiting our site, or Facebook page
