FAQ

For Clinicians (1099 Independent Professionals)

1) What is Angled?

Angled is a platform for verified independent 1099 licensed healthcare professionals to find per diem and contract opportunities, communicate directly with facilities, and manage verification, timesheets, invoicing, and payouts in one place.

2) Who can join Angled?

Angled is for licensed healthcare professionals working as independent 1099 contractors (sole proprietor/DBA/LLC as applicable). You must maintain active licensure and required credentials.

3) Do you hire clinicians as W-2 employees?

No. Angled is built for independent 1099 clinicians only.

4) What documents do I need to upload?

Common requirements include: resume, active license(s), BLS/ACLS (as applicable), skills checklist (by specialty), professional liability insurance (COI), immunization/health records as required by the facility, government ID (if required for verification), and bank account information for payouts.

5) Do I need professional liability insurance?

Yes. All clinicians must carry their own professional liability insurance and upload proof (COI) as part of verification.

6) How much does membership cost?

All clinician memberships are $49/month.

• Independent Launch includes a $249 one-time setup fee.

• Independent Concierge includes a $499 one-time setup fee.

7) Is there an admin fee?

Yes. A 4% platform admin fee applies to each approved invoice submitted through the platform.

8) What is Accelerated Pay?

Accelerated Pay is an optional add-on for $25/month that provides next-business-day pay eligibility on eligible Urgent Shifts, if the shift is completed and the facility approves the timesheet by the published cutoff time. Next-day pay depends on cutoff time.

9) When do I get paid?

Payout timing depends on timesheet submission and facility approval. Approved time is paid on the platform’s payout schedule.

10) How do timesheets and invoices work?

You submit a timesheet for completed work. Once the facility approves it, invoicing is processed through the platform and status can be tracked.

11) Can I message the hospital directly?

Yes. Angled includes direct messaging between clinicians and facilities for role details, scheduling, and assignment communication.

12) Can I cancel anytime?

You may cancel only if you are not currently working a shift and/or not in an active contract/assignment on the platform. If you are in an active assignment, cancellation takes effect at the end of the assignment or contract term.

13) Does Angled provide legal or tax advice?

No. Angled provides workflow tools and onboarding support but does not provide legal, tax, accounting, or compliance advice.

14) Will Angled file my taxes?

Angled supports 1099 processing and access but does not provide personal tax advice. Consult your tax professional for filings and strategy.

15) How do I get help?

Use the Help Center, in-app support, or email support@angledinc.com.

For Hospitals / Facilities

1) What is Angled for hospitals?

Angled is a Vendor Management System (VMS) and marketplace that helps facilities post shifts, communicate directly with verified independent clinicians, manage credential documentation, and streamline time/approval/invoicing workflows.

2) Are clinicians W-2 employees of Angled?

No. Clinicians on Angled are independent 1099 licensed professionals and are responsible for their own taxes and professional liability insurance.

3) How does Angled reduce staffing costs?

Angled helps reduce reliance on traditional staffing agency markups by enabling facilities to work directly with verified independent clinicians and manage the workflow through one platform.

4) Can hospitals post unlimited jobs?

Yes. Hospital plans include unlimited job postings.

5) How do hospitals communicate with clinicians?

Facilities can message clinicians directly through Angled’s messaging platform—before, during, and after assignments.

6) What is included in the hospital marketing support?

Plans include a marketing option for hard-to-fill roles where Angled can help distribute job visibility through outreach/marketing channels. Distribution increases visibility but does not guarantee fills.

7) What reports do hospitals receive?

Facilities can access financial and operational reporting, such as invoice status/aging, role mix and utilization trends, and staffing spend summaries based on platform activity.

8) Who sets the clinician pay rate?

Rates are negotiated between the facility and clinician based on role, experience, market, and shift needs.

9) How do timesheets and approvals work?

Clinicians submit timesheets. Facility managers review and approve. Approved time drives invoicing and payment tracking.

10) Do you provide credential verification?

Angled supports verification workflows and a document vault so facilities can review required documentation. Final credentialing and clinical decisions remain the facility’s responsibility.

11) Can hospitals refer patients to Heartful Help?

Yes. Hospitals may refer patients by emailing info@heartfulhelp.com. Heartful Help independently determines eligibility and distributions. Submitting a referral does not guarantee assistance.

12) Does Angled guarantee placements or fill rates?

No. Angled provides tools and distribution support but does not guarantee outcomes, fill rates, or time-to-fill.

13) Is charity support tied to referrals or business volume?

No. Heartful Help operates independently. Referrals are reviewed independently, and assistance is not guaranteed.

14) How do hospitals get support?

Facilities can contact support at support@angledinc.com. Some plans may include priority support depending on your subscription.