Reasons Not To Offer Full Time Status

Businesses are trying to figure out ways to reduce costs in order to stay afloat. It's not only the individuals that are trying to survive in today's turbulent economy. Companies have figured out a way to reduce healthcare cost in a very legitimate way. Hiring part time employees when possible rather than full time employees alleviates the need for companies to offer those individuals benefits, especially health care coverage. Also part time employment is a great way to get moms and seniors back into the work force but in a less demanding way.

By changing strategy of part time employment they can minimize expenses. Depending on the state and what company you work for, you need to either have work 32 to 35 hours to be considered a full time employee eligible for benefits. This includes vacation and sick time as well as health care coverage. Companies are trying to fill one full time position with 2 part time employees.

It is important for a potential employee to understand what is being offered during an interview before accepting a position. Let it be known that you are seeking a full time position so you can receive benefits. Some companies may say the position is full time but the number of hours required do not meet the standards to get benefits. Not only should you seek verbal agreement but also ask for a written employment letter as well which outlines the term of your employment

This will help you to get a better feel for the company and what they are really offering you. It may seem like a sneaky thing but the truth is with the rising cost of health care it is getting to expensive for employers to carry too many full time employees on their policies. While this may not discourage you from taking a job you really need to know the facts prior to committing to work for a company.

If you are in the job market and obtaining health insurance is a main priority for you then you need to ask that question sometime during the interview process. Do not assume that all companies will provide healthcare insurance coverage especially in this ever changing world of health care. Even the companies are trying to figure out some of the new changes and how it will effect the company overall.