Healthcare Industry – Common Injury Risks for Temporary Medical Workers
In the busy, fast-paced healthcare industry, temporary medical workers play a critical role by providing hospitals, doctor’s offices, and other healthcare locations with the employees they need to meet their patient’s needs. However, temporary workers in the healthcare industry may be at a higher risk of injuries than permanent employees. This is often because temporary healthcare employees might not be properly trained in all safety and health procedures, or because they are unfamiliar with on-the-job risks. For instance, a temporary healthcare worker might not be properly informed about what to do in the event of a workplace fire, or not be told about wearing specific protective gear.
When issues like these occur, it can lead to a variety of injuries for temporary medical workers. These include:
- Slip-and-falls
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Back and neck injuries
- Exposure to illnesses, chemicals, or other hazards
- Crushing injuries due to heavy or moving equipment
- Other equipment injuries, including cuts, bruises, and sprains or strains
At PEO Insurance Brokers Network, we help agents find homes for their temporary medical industry clients or other risk-high healthcare clients. We provide Workers’ Compensation coverage to businesses in need, no matter the risk, and help agents find the best PEO coverage and savings for their insured. To learn how we can help you find coverage for your healthcare industry clients, please reach out to receive a quote.
