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Cirrus Allied is a National Staffing Firm specializing in travel therapy. Our healthcare recruiters assist Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Assistance in temporary and perm placements. One the most important pieces to the Allied Travel Industry is credentialing.
Up to date credentialing is important when determining your start date of your next assignment. Travelers need to make sure their credentialing requirements are up to date. Cirrus Allied can help you through this process while helping you decide on your next ideal assignment. Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Therapists all must meet Joint Commission standards. Before you decide on a start date make sure you have the following; Annual TB, Annual Physical, MMR Titers or Immunization Records, state license, CPR card, consent and release form for Background check. Allow time for a drug test if you do not have a current screen it will take 3 days minimum for this process. Cirrus Allied Credentialing department will assist you in the process. Call today and speak to a Cirrus Allied recruiter about your next opportunity 866 518 1750.
Joseph Carlino
866 518 1750
When moving out of your housing at the end of the assignment there are a few important things to remember……
- Be sure to be completely moved out of the unit/apartment on the day that has been requested. Cirrus Allied allows travelers two days to move out at the end of the assignment (i.e. assignment ends on Friday, must depart by Sunday). If you do not move out on the day requested you will be held for any money that is forfeited in the deposit and there will be a delay in receiving your last paycheck.
- Upon check out, make sure to turn in any keys and remotes that were released to you.
- Schedule a walk through with the complex/landlord. This will be your time to speak if there is a question at hand regarding damage to the apartment.
- Leave the unit in the same condition as when you received it if not better. Be sure to clean appropriately, they especially like to look in the fridge and stove to judge the cleanliness of the apartment.
Again, remember that if there is any additional money held from the deposit or charged for lose, cleaning or damages it will be your responsibility and will be taken from your final paycheck.
Please feel free to comment if you have additional questions or suggestions.
-NB
As a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist your possibilities are endless! Obtaining a career within the allied healthcare field opens up many doors for opportunities to travel. Think about all of the wonderful places you could travel to, experience, and temporarily live and work in! For those who choose to launch a career in Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, Traveling is a MUST DO!
Out of curiosity I research the top 100 best places to live, and found that Plymouth, MN ranked #1! After little research, I was very surprised, and extremely convinced. From the legendary golf courses, to the array of museums, numerous ski resorts, eventful nightlife, and the glamorous dining options, Plymouth residents are also just a quick ride to the Mall of America, the nation’s biggest mall! What more are you waiting for!
If you are a Speech Language Pathologist and are asking yourself why you can’t enjoy all that Plymouth, MN has to offer while continuing your work at the same time, then you’re in luck! Cirrus Allied has an SLP need for a traveler ASAP! Don’t hold yourself back any longer from experiencing all the world has to offer! Whether your interests lie in Plymouth, MN or Chicago, IL contact Cirrus Allied today for your next travel assignment.
Don’t forget to check out our new website at www.cirrusallied.com and contact me today if you’re ready to start taking those exciting travel adventures! 866-518-1750 Ext 2316
Nikki Iero
Medical Recruiter
Allied health therapists are gravitating towards Home Health. Cirrus Allied will help with your next travel contract. We specialize in PT, PTA, OT, COTA & SLP our Healthcare recruiters here at Cirrus Allied would be happy to share information on all Home Health opportunities. Here are a few reasons to consider Home Health:
• As technology advances, it is becoming easier to provide quality service in the home with a few key side benefits. There is much less risk of infection when patients are treated at home.
• Patients are more comfortable and often heal more quickly when they are treated at their own residence.
• Costs associated with treating a patient at home can be much less than costs associated with a hospital stay where the patient is occupying a bed and using the entire resources of a hospital staff.
• Our Clients are National Leaders in Home Health they have a reputation built on QUALITY
• Great locations
• Excellent pay
• Guaranteed hours 40 hour work week
• One on one treatment
• Thorough Orientation
• Laptop provided for note taking
• Our Home Health clients have a culture that cares about patient outcomes
• Home Health is a growing trend that will soon be the biggest sector of rehabilitation
• Government support through Medicare, protected in Healthcare reform cost is far less for rehabilitation in the home VS. hospital
Call today to find out about travel assignments in location across the USA.
Joseph Carlino
Team Lead Key Accounts
Cirrus Allied
3000 Northwoods Parkway
Suite 105
Norcross • GA • 30071
toll-free: 866-518-1750 x2318
The relationship between a traveling therapist and their recruiter varies from person to person. To some, recruiters are a necessary evil in a market that is strained for talent. To others, recruiters are a lifeline that keeps them stable. If you are simply using your recruiter as a way of finding a position, you could be missing out on everything this person has to offer.
With that being said, I wanted to give everyone out there a few tips on getting the most of out your relationship with your recruiter.
Your recruiter is your employee. Make sure you’re getting the most out of him or her by constantly updating him or her on your situation. What your recruiter doesn’t know can ultimately end up hurting your chances of finding a good fit, or getting the highest pay available to you. Communicate with your recruiter and help this person understand what’s motivating you on your search. You never know what small detail could mean the difference between a great fit or 13 weeks of torture.
Therapists have different needs when it comes to working with a recruiter. Have a conversation with your recruiter up front to set the groundwork for this relationship. Do you want a recruiter that’s going to check up on you every month, week, or day? Do you want a recruiter that will find a good fit for you with good pay and not call you back until it’s time to think about the next move? Taking a few minutes to go over what you expect of your recruiter will pay off in the long run. After your recruiter knows your needs, he/she will be able to fine tune your future searches based on your standards.
As always, keep in mind your recruiter will go to bat for you whenever you ask, but you have to ask. If you are interviewing for an assignment and you’re not sure how things will go, ask your recruiter for some tips. Chances are he or she will be able to coach you on how to interview with a certain client to make sure you have a better shot at landing the position. Whenever I mention using your recruiter to get info or assistance that’s above and beyond, it reminds me of a physical therapist traveler I worked with at the beginning of my staffing career. This person (let’s call her “Julie”) wanted to go to the mountains in CO for her next assignment because she was an avid rock climber. When we found potential assignments for Julie, I would look up rock climbing locations in the area for her to help her decide which job would be the best bet. Julie ended up accepting a job in New Mexico due to the shortage of open physical therapy positions in CO at the time. The main reason she decided to take New Mexico over the possibility of CO was because she knew there was some great rock climbing in the area. This was a compromise on both ends, and it wouldn’t have been possible had I not known what was motivating Julie to travel.
Next time you are contacting your recruiter for your job search, try to use some of these tips. Communication is key, and if your recruiter knows you well, he or she will work much harder for you. When you are using your recruiter to his or her full potential, you will end up with positions that will keep you happy while you’re doing what you love.
Until next time, safe travels,
Tom Hidock
Senior Recruiter, Cirrus Allied
Contact me for your next Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy travel position!
Hello all,
Recently, I have had some experience with placing travel rehab therapists in positions where they will need a specific amount of time off. I want to get the word out there, that if time off is needed, it could possibly hurt your chances of actually getting the assignment. Travel therapy jobs are out there for specific reasons. But what it comes down to it – they all need coverage. When a physical therapist needs to take a week off in the middle of an assignment, it puts the facility in a tough spot. They are already hiring the traveler to cover for someone else in most cases. So, what I try to do is plan in advance for that week or so off. In most cases the traveler can take the vacation/break in between assignments while even keeping benefit coverage! Let us know if we can help you out with your next assignment, even if time off is needed…everyone needs a break at some point, right?
Until next time, safe travels!
Tom Hidock
Senior Recruiter
Keep us in mind for your next Physical, Occupational or Speech Travel position!
When I am setting up housing for our travelers there are a few questions I like to go over to better help me meet the requirements of the traveler. Here are just a few questions that I discuss with the therapists to get an idea of their needs.
1) Are they traveling with any companions? Many times the apartment complex requires that anyone staying in the unit complete a background check and also be included on the lease as a tenant.
2) Will they be bringing any pets? Again most rentals require knowledge of an animal in the unit and also require a pet fee, rent and deposit. All non-refundable pet cost are the therapist responsibility.
3) Do you have a floor preference? This is a request I can only meet if it’s available and cannot be guaranteed.
There are other questions like the ones listed above, but some are subject by assignment such as location.
Remember that these are request and cannot be guaranteed in your housing package. I will do my best to meet the expectations of the therapist. Cirrus Allied wants to make your travel experience as enjoyable as possible.
-NB
Housing Coordinator
In the traveling healthcare industry, it is important to master your telephone interview skills. Sometimes, you will only be given a brief overview of a position, and will be asked to discuss your experience, and how your background will fit into the current needs of the facility. However, there are times when the interviewee will want to delve a bit deeper. In any case, here are some helpful tips:
- Introduce yourself, and engage in a small amount of small talk. Show them your personality.
- Speak clearly! Make sure you are in a quiet spot, without background noise.
- Remember to show enthusiasm in your voice- you can hear a smile over the phone!
- Get rid of distractions. If you are in front of a computer- don’t type or check your e-mail. Stay focused on the task at hand.
- Remember, your primary goal during an interview is to prove that you are the best person for the job!
For more information on the latest Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy openings, please contact me today!
Melissa Gabriel 866-518-1750 Ext. 2319
As a traveling therapist, you have probably wondered what the best way is to work with your healthcare recruiting firm. There are many things that can improve the relationship between travel therapists and their healthcare recruiters. However, there are about 5 things that are completely imperative to your success.
1 – Be Honest – Your healthcare recruiter interviews travel therapists every day, however they only work with about 2% of the travel therapist that they interview. So be upfront, they know you are talking with other healthcare recruiting firms. Tell them what you like about the other firms and what you are looking for with their healthcare recruiting firm. This will streamline the process and help them identify what clients you will be a great fit for.
2 – Be Proactive – Get the required paperwork to your healthcare recruiter. The demand in industry is extremely high. Many times other companies are working with the same clients that your healthcare recruiter is. If your recruiter has your paperwork ahead of the time that your desired job comes across their desk then they can get your paperwork sent before the job closes.
3 – Know your Goals- Build your personal brand, discuss your personal and professional goals with your healthcare recruiter. Many of the recruiters in the travel therapy industry have been working in the industry for a long time. They have the connections to get you were you want to be personally and professionally – use them and their experience to your advantage!
4 – Be Flexible- Many times our travel therapist tell us that they want to go to a certain location and they will not budge on the location. In the world of therapy that is ok, because the demand is high for therapist. However, in travel therapy the exact position you want, your wish list, may only come once every 6 months or so. Be open to location and expand you horizons. You never know what is waiting for you in the very place you thought you did not want to go
5 – Stay Positive!!- Keep a positive attitude, try not to have unrealistic expectations. Your healthcare recruiter wants to meet all of your needs. However, when setting up positions for travel therapist and moving them around the country every two –three months. There are things that can and will go wrong. So don’t expect perfection…but do insist on quality and honesty from your healthcare recruiter and your travel company!!
Happy Travels!!
