2026 Annual Ranking

10 Best Clinical Staffing Agencies in the US

The highest-rated clinical staffing agencies for healthcare organizations, ranked by Curatrix's 120-point vetting rubric. Updated annually.

49 providers evaluated
Last evaluated: January 2026
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T.P.F. Nursing Registry, Inc. logo

T.P.F. Nursing Registry, Inc.

Elite

Clinical healthcare staffing with 34+ years expertise

What Sets Them Apart: Joint Commission-certified staffing agency with 34+ years of healthcare-exclusive focus and state-funded training program partnerships that enable workforce development alongside temporary placement services.

34+ years of specialized healthcare staffing experience with deep operational knowledge of clinical environments Joint Commission certification with comprehensive credentialing protocols including 180+ nationally validated competency assessments Rapid response capabilities demonstrated through emergency field hospital staffing during COVID-19 pandemic
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Medtrust, LLC

Elite

Joint Commission certified healthcare staffing for government and private sector

What Sets Them Apart: Joint Commission certified staffing firm with specialized expertise in Department of Defense and Veterans Affairs healthcare facilities, combining federal compliance infrastructure with coast-to-coast provider networks.

Joint Commission certification with established compliance infrastructure for federal healthcare contracting Over 20 years specialized experience staffing Department of Defense, VA, and NASA healthcare facilities Comprehensive provider network spanning physicians, specialists, mental health practitioners, APRNs, nurses, and allied staff
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Astrya Global Medical Staffing

Select

California-based mental health and behavioral healthcare locum tenens staffing

What Sets Them Apart: Astrya Global's specialized focus on mental and behavioral health staffing, particularly in correctional healthcare and California county mental health systems through their CalMHSA partnership, distinguishes them from general medical staffing agencies.

Joint Commission accredited and NALTO member, demonstrating commitment to quality standards in medical staffing Ranked #1 fastest-growing locum tenens firm in 2024 by Staffing Industry Analysts, indicating strong market performance and provider satisfaction Official partnership with CalMHSA providing access to mental health staffing across all 58 California counties
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Onestaff Medical

Select

Travel nursing and allied healthcare staffing for medical facilities nationwide

What Sets Them Apart: OneStaff Medical's combination of Joint Commission certification, sustained Inc. 5000 recognition for nine consecutive years, and privately-owned flexibility distinguishes it from both larger corporate staffing firms and smaller regional agencies.

Nine consecutive years on Inc. 5000 list demonstrates sustained growth and operational stability Joint Commission certification validates adherence to healthcare staffing quality standards 24/7/365 recruiter availability provides continuous support for travelers and facilities
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Avant Healthcare Professionals

Select

International healthcare staffing and workforce solutions for U.S. facilities

What Sets Them Apart: Avant distinguishes itself through comprehensive immigration and transition support for internationally educated healthcare professionals, combining legal expertise, cultural integration programs, and over two decades of experience recruiting from specific global markets.

Over 20 years of specialized experience in international healthcare recruitment with established pipelines in Philippines, Kenya, and Ghana Joint Commission certification for healthcare staffing services demonstrating quality and compliance standards Comprehensive immigration support through dedicated legal partnership with Musillo Unkenholt immigration law firm
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Travel Nurses, Inc.

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Nurse-founded travel healthcare staffing across 49 states

What Sets Them Apart: Nurse-founded company with 35 years exclusively serving healthcare staffing, offering Joint Commission certification and comprehensive day-one benefits that support both facility needs and clinician retention throughout assignments.

35 years of specialized experience in healthcare staffing with nurse-founded operational model Comprehensive benefits package including day-one insurance, 401(k), and full license reimbursement for placed professionals Joint Commission certification and NATHO membership demonstrating compliance with healthcare staffing standards
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Greenstaff Medical USA

Select

Nationwide healthcare staffing for clinical and allied health professionals

What Sets Them Apart: Joint Commission accredited healthcare staffing with international recruitment capabilities and visa sponsorship support, enabling access to both domestic and global clinical talent pools with verified compliance and credentialing.

Joint Commission accreditation ensures compliance with industry standards for healthcare staffing quality and credentialing 24/7 operational support provides round-the-clock assistance for both facilities and healthcare professionals Nationwide placement capabilities across all 50 states, including rural and underserved areas
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NURSES Etc STAFFING

Select

Diversity-certified healthcare staffing agency serving government and commercial facilities nationwide

What Sets Them Apart: NURSES Etc combines multiple diversity certifications (minority-owned, veteran-owned, SDVOSB) with Joint Commission accreditation, positioning them uniquely for healthcare organizations with both supplier diversity goals and quality compliance requirements.

24 years of specialized healthcare staffing experience with focus on nursing and clinical roles Multiple diversity certifications (minority-owned, veteran-owned, SDVOSB) valuable for supplier diversity requirements Joint Commission Gold Seal accreditation demonstrating quality and compliance standards
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All Medical Personnel

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National healthcare workforce staffing across all 50 U.S. states

What Sets Them Apart: Three and a half decades of exclusive healthcare staffing focus combined with nationwide placement capabilities across clinical and non-clinical positions, from physicians to facilities staff.

Comprehensive coverage across all 50 U.S. states with placement capabilities in every geographic market 35 years of specialized healthcare staffing experience since 1990 Extensive placement categories spanning locum tenens physicians, travel nursing, therapy, allied health, and clinical laboratory positions
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Barton Associates

Select

Fifth largest locum tenens staffing agency serving healthcare nationwide

What Sets Them Apart: Barton Associates combines the scale and resources of a top-five national locum tenens agency with a personalized 1:1 account manager approach, providing both extensive provider networks and dedicated client relationships.

Operates nine recruiting centers nationwide with presence in all 50 states and U.S. territories Covers 250+ medical specialties including physicians, NPs, PAs, dentists, and CRNAs Provides rapid placement capabilities with 24-hour availability for urgent staffing needs
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Curatrix rank clinical staffing agencies?

Every provider is evaluated using Curatrix's 120-point healthcare-specific rubric covering healthcare experience (32 pts), compliance & certifications (29 pts), client portfolio (18 pts), specialization depth (12 pts), company stability (11 pts), credibility signals (10 pts), and contract readiness (8 pts). Scores are normalized to a 0–100 scale. This list includes the top-scoring providers with a minimum score of 45.

How often are these rankings updated?

Rankings are evaluated annually. This 2026 edition reflects our most recent assessment of the US healthcare market. Providers may be re-evaluated between cycles when significant changes occur, such as new certifications, acquisitions, or compliance issues.

Can providers pay for a higher ranking?

No. Rankings are based entirely on our objective scoring rubric. Tier placement and list position cannot be purchased. While Curatrix offers optional paid visibility features (clearly labeled as "Featured" or "Sponsored"), these never influence scoring or ranking position.

What is the difference between this ranking and the full clinical staffing agencies directory?

The full clinical staffing agencies directory at curatrix.co lists all verified providers at every tier level and is designed for browsing and discovery. This "Best Of" ranking is an annual, editorially curated shortlist of the 10 highest-scoring providers — explicitly ranked by score — to help healthcare organizations quickly identify the strongest options.

How many clinical staffing agencies were evaluated for this list?

For this 2026 ranking, Curatrix evaluated 49 clinical staffing agencies that serve the US healthcare market. Of those, 10 met our quality threshold (a score of 45 or above out of 100) and earned a place on this list.

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