How Temp-to-Perm Staffing Models Reduce Hiring Risk
A Safer Approach
In a major health system, the leadership needed to fill critical pharmacy roles quickly, but without the risk of long-term mismatches. That’s where Rx relief’s Try-Before-You-Hire model came in, providing a safer, scalable approach to hiring that lowers both liability and turnover.
We Handle Administrative Tasks
As the employer of record, Rx relief handles all payroll, benefits, tax withholding, and compliance for temporary or temp-to-hire pharmacists. This removes administrative and legal burden from the hiring employer and significantly reduces liability because we ensure proper credentialing, insurance coverage, and employment standards throughout the assignment
During the temporary assignment, pharmacy employers gain a valuable preview period. They can evaluate fit—assessing clinical competence, teamwork, culture alignment, and adaptability—without committing to a permanent hire. If the pharmacist proves to be an excellent match, the employer can begin a straightforward conversion process (complete with transparent, pre-negotiated fees) to bring the pharmacist on board permanently
Encouraging Retention
This model promotes stronger retention. Because both parties have the opportunity to evaluate the match over time, turnover drops. Permanent hires are based on real performance and engagement, not just resumes or interviews. In fact, a top health system using this Try-Before-You-Hire strategy was able to cut pharmacy benefit costs by 30–40 percent, highlighting both the financial returns and improved standard of care resulting from the arrangement.
Rx relief’s approach offers employers:
- Lower liability. Rx relief assumes responsibility for employment compliance, benefits, payroll, and risk mitigation.
- Evaluated fit. Employers observe performance in real-world conditions before committing to a full-time hire.
- Reduced turnover. Hiring based on demonstrated fit leads to stronger retention and more engaged staff.
- Scalability and speed. With a vast network and streamlined onboarding, staffing needs can be met quickly without sacrificing quality
To explore how this flexible, risk-reducing hiring model can strengthen your pharmacy workforce strategy, check out the Try-Before-You-Hire approach in-depth in Rx relief’s New Pharmacy Staffing Strategies Whitepaper.
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