Firm Newsletter Article Addresses Healthcare And The Gig Economy

Fisher Phillips attorney Jacklyn Wrigley just authored an article for the firm’s Healthcare Update newsletter entitled, “Healthcare And The Gig Economy: A Marriage Of Risk And Reward.” The article discusses the benefits that a healthcare entity can receive by tapping into the gig economy to help with the delivery and administration of its services. “Ultimately, the gig economy can make healthcare staffing easier and more flexible for both the employers and the professionals they hire,” she writes. “Healthcare institutions can hire temporary workers when they are needed, and professionals can find the opportunities that best suit their needs.” 

The article concludes by listing a series of legal challenges facing entities that decide to retain gig workers, including misclassification concerns, civil rights laws, and immigration compliance. 

If you are in the healthcare delivery industry, we recommend reading the full article for an in-depth discussion of these topics.