A: To be an Interim/Independent Contractor means an individual is self employed. This individual selects and accepts the interim (temporary) assignments they choose. They work when they want to and they do not work when they want to take time off.

A: Tobin & Associates focuses on management level positions in Health Care. We recruit qualified professional candidates who are appropriately licensed and are available for immediate placement.

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• Being an Independent Contractor is a rewarding profession. The experience one attains in assisting an organization in a crisis situation is invaluable.
• An Independent Contractor improves their value in the Health Care Industry by the experience they receive working through different crisis situations and with different Health Care Organizations. Professionals that acquire more than one state license increases their choices and opportunities for employment.
• The Independent Contractor has flexibility. You “pick and choose” the assignments.
• You have the opportunity to make a name for yourself. Many of our Independent Contractors are requested by our clients once they have proven their abilities.
• Independent Contractors can go in as an interim and many times are offered full time position. Being the interim allows the professional manager to fully understand the company, staff, patients or residents and families to know if this organization is the right “fit” for them.
• Needless to say it is lucrative. The more state licenses the independent contractor has the more money they can make in a year.
• The Independent Contractor has the opportunity to travel and visit many states without having to move there and set up residence. Who would not like to spend 3 to 6 months in Hawaii or the Virgin Islands?

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• Proof of current State Licenses
• Proof of a current TB Test (according to the State Regulations)
• Proof of a Health Physical
• Proof of a clear Criminal Background Check
• Proof of no record with the OIG (Office of the Inspector General)
• Three (3) professional references (Names and Phone numbers)
• Proof of Professional Liability Insurance Statement (This is applicable only to Nurses) Some states and some clients may require other documentation

A: As an Independent Contractor and self employed, you are not obligated to take assignments only with Tobin & Associates. You may work with any organization of your choice and do it simultaneously.

A: The organization that is requesting your services will interview you as an Independent Contractor and the organization will make the decision on which candidate they will use on a temporary basis.

A: The addendum to the contract will outline the name of the facility, address, telephone number, along with contact information and the reimbursement agreement. This addendum can be e-mailed, mailed, or faxed to you.

A: You will report to the supervisor assigned to you by the clientele (organization). You will not be required to give any written or verbal updates to Tobin & Associates. You will not be required to report at any specific time to the assignment or attend any meetings by Tobin & Associates. Once an organization has selected you as the candidate and agreement has been reached between you and the clientele, the communication and relationship is between you (Independent Contractor) and the clientele.

A: An Independent Contractor is self employed. The Independent Contractor is responsible for their FICA, State, County, City Taxes, Workers Compensation, Unemployment, Health/Dental Insurance, time off, disability benefits, etc.

A: You will submit a business invoice with your expenses for reimbursement. The organization you are on assignment with will release the funds and a check will be sent to the account or address you designate. With each new assignment it takes two weeks from the receipt of the first invoice to receive the first reimbursement payment.

A: This is an agreement that is negotiated between you and the clientele. The normal trend with organizations is to not allot for overtime or holiday pay. The organizations usually group payment for total hours worked on assignment.

A: As an Independent Contractor, you have the option of receiving a check or direct deposit.

A: The Independent Contractor is self employed and is responsible for the taxes. We highly recommend that the Independent Contractor search out the assistance of a tax professional for directions on how to file their taxes.

A: Each year the Independent Contractor will receive a 1099 Tax Form with a total of all the reimbursement payments made to them in the year. It is the responsibility of the Independent Contractor to keep their own business records and the breakdown of the expenses submitted.