Legal Job Hopping in healthcare: The benefits of Working through an agency

The staffing shortage in healthcare remains a growing issue, and many healthcare organizations are turning to temporary contracts as a solution. However, with the introduction of the new DBA law (Deregulation of the Assessment of Employment Relationships) effective from 01-01-2025, working with temporary self-employed individuals (ZZP'ers) has become increasingly risky due to stricter controls on false self-employment. In this context, working through a recruitment agency offers a legal alternative that enables healthcare professionals to engage in what can be considered job hopping, without the legal complications.

What is legal job hopping?

Legal job hopping refers to the ability for healthcare professionals to work for various organizations through temporary employment contracts (i.e., detachment) rather than working as a self-employed individual. This allows professionals to gain experience across multiple healthcare settings while maintaining legal job security and the benefits of being employed by an agency. It’s an ideal way for healthcare professionals to broaden their skill set and take on new challenges without the constraints of permanent commitments to a single organization.

Why detachering (Working through an agency) is ideal for legal job hopping in healthcare

There are several benefits of using the detachment model for healthcare professionals seeking to gain experience at multiple organizations while still maintaining job security:

1. Varied Work experience and rapid learning

Through detachment, healthcare professionals get the opportunity to work in multiple healthcare environments. Within just 1-2 years, you can gain experience in a variety of settings, from nursing homes to outpatient care, learning different aspects of healthcare along the way. You’re able to immediately take on responsibilities, often joining the team after only a few shifts. This rapid exposure helps you develop a well-rounded skill set and accelerates your learning.

2. Growth and personal development

Working through an agency isn’t just about gaining experience – it’s also about personal growth. Many recruitment agencies offer online academies and training programs to help healthcare professionals advance in their careers. For instance, at Highpotentials.care, professionals can complete a series of training programs over the course of two years, gaining additional certifications and skills that are crucial for their career development. It’s a growth-driven approach that helps professionals stay on top of their professional development while being supported by the agency.

3. Better work-life balance

One of the most attractive aspects of working through a recruitment agency is the work-life balance it offers. You are typically employed for a set number of hours (for example, 32 hours per week), which means you won’t feel pressured to work overtime or attend every meeting. This flexibility can lead to better job satisfaction and more personal time, allowing professionals to focus on their well-being. Unlike permanent employees, agency workers have the freedom to structure their schedules in a way that supports a healthier lifestyle.

4. Choice and career development

When you work through a recruitment agency, you have the freedom to choose which organization you’d like to work for. Is the organization’s vision aligned with your values? Does the care setting meet your interests and expertise? Detachering allows professionals to evaluate organizations based on their culture and the types of care they provide, ensuring a better fit and long-term career satisfaction.

5. Job security and stability

While temporary contracts might seem less secure than permanent roles, working through an agency gives you job security without the risks associated with self-employment. You have a fixed salary and benefits like training, a company car, and more. This stability allows you to focus on your work and continue to develop your skills without worrying about the financial uncertainties that come with freelance or temporary work.

How detachering is different from self-employment (ZZP)

What sets detachment apart from being a self-employed individual (ZZP’er) is the legal and employment security it provides. While self-employed professionals enjoy flexibility, they are also exposed to greater legal risks, especially with the new DBA law. Detachering, on the other hand, offers the benefits of permanent employment, including legal protection, a regular salary, and benefits, without the complications of freelancing. Detachering provides a safer, more sustainable working model for healthcare professionals.

Conclusion: lifelong learning and career growth through detachering

Legal job hopping through detachering offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to gain diverse experience, advance their careers, and develop their skills across different healthcare settings. It provides flexibility, professional growth, and the security of being employed, while allowing professionals to explore various challenges and opportunities within the healthcare sector.

At Highpotentials.care, we ensure that our healthcare professionals receive the necessary training, support, and job security to grow and thrive while contributing to the care needs of various organizations. Detachering isn’t just about gaining experience; it’s about investing in sustainable career development while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.

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