FindFill Direct vs. VMS: Which Model Fits You Best?

Explore the differences between working directly with 1099 clinicians and using trusted W2 agency partners—all with the same intuitive shift scheduling experience.

Comparison Table

Feature	FindFill Direct (1099)	FindFill VMS (W2)
Clinician Relationship	Independent contractors	W2 employees (through agency)
Facility Role	Works directly with clinician	Contracts with agencies
Payment Flow	Facility → Clinician (via FindFill)	Facility → FindFill → Agency → Clinician
Compliance Responsibility	Clinician + FindFill	Agency (FindFill verifies uploaded docs)
Shift Posting & Awarding	Same workflow via platform	Same workflow via platform
Billing & Invoicing	Weekly invoice	Weekly consolidated invoice
Ideal for...	Speed, flexibility, cost-efficiency	Structure, insurance liability, or union-compliant organizations

Which Model Is Right for Your Facility?

Choose Direct (1099) if you want:

Choose VMS (W2) if you want:

Maximum flexibility in your workforce

To work with trusted agencies you already know

Reduced costs vs. agency rates

Agencies to manage payroll, compliance, and liability

Direct access to top clinicians

A more structured employment relationship

For Agencies: A Smarter Way to Work With Facilities

Get access to shift boards through direct facility contracts. Add your clinicians, maintain documents, and let FindFill handle scheduling and invoicing.