Debbie Fledderjohann's Blog – July 2012 Archive (3)

Could "Obamacare" Increase the Demand for Contractors?

Like it or not, it looks like the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), otherwise known as "Obamacare," is here to stay. Even if the upcoming election is a Republican landslide, experts say it is unlikely that the healthcare reform will be completely repealed.

One of the upcoming provisions that is worrying employers the most is the employer mandate. Under this provision, employers with 50 or more full-time employees will be required to provide…

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Added by Debbie Fledderjohann on July 24, 2012 at 8:44am — 2 Comments

What is E-Verify, and Why Do Recruiters Need to Know?

E-Verify is an online system that checks information provided on an employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) against data from the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security.

While the system isn't mandatory for all employers, there is federal legislation pending to change that. And…

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Added by Debbie Fledderjohann on July 20, 2012 at 10:24am — No Comments

11 Things You Should Do if You Place Healthcare Contractors

There is a huge demand for healthcare professionals as the American population continues to age. To achieve workforce flexibility, many healthcare providers are filling their open positions with contractors. This creates a tremendous opportunity for recruiters who can work this niche.

If you place healthcare contractors, though, you will want to take extra care to qualify healthcare contractors and take steps to protect your firm from liability. Failing to handle…

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Added by Debbie Fledderjohann on July 18, 2012 at 8:30am — 2 Comments