Privacy Policy | 5 Star Medical Staffing,
Effective Date: August 28, 2025
5 Star Medical Staffing, LLC
110 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
At 5 Star Medical Staffing, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website https://www.5starmedicalstaffing.com (the “Site”) or interact with us in the course of our healthcare staffing services.
By accessing our Site or submitting personal information to us, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of your information as outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information from candidates, clients, and website visitors in the following ways:
A. Information You Provide
- Name, address, phone number, and email address
- Employment history, education, licensure, certifications
- Resume and professional qualifications
- Availability, preferences, and desired locations
- Social Security Number or Taxpayer Identification (when necessary)
- Emergency contact information
- Any other information you voluntarily submit through forms, applications, or communications with us
B. Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and geolocation
- Browser type and version
- Device information and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs
- Cookies and usage tracking technologies (see Section 5)
C. Information from Third Parties
- Licensing and background check providers
- Past employers or references
- Educational institutions
- Government registries or credentialing databases
- Third-party job boards or applicant platforms
2. Use of Information
- To assess your qualifications for employment or placement
- To verify identity, credentials, or compliance requirements
- To communicate job opportunities or onboarding requirements
- To maintain internal HR, payroll, and credentialing systems
- To comply with applicable state and federal laws (including HIPAA and Florida health privacy standards)
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer service
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- For marketing communications, only with your consent
3. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only with:
- Healthcare facilities or employers for job matching and onboarding
- Background check and credential verification vendors
- Payroll processors and benefits providers
- Government or licensing agencies, when legally required
- Website hosting and security vendors under contractual confidentiality
- Legal authorities if required under subpoena, court order, or to protect rights, safety, or property
4. HIPAA Compliance (Healthcare Professionals Only)
If you are a healthcare professional and we process protected health information (PHI) in your assignments, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). PHI is only accessed, used, or disclosed when necessary and always in accordance with applicable law.
5. Cookies and Website Tracking
Our Site uses cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to:
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Improve speed, performance, and user interface
- Retain your preferences on future visits
You can adjust your browser settings to reject cookies. However, some website features may not work properly as a result.
6. Security and Data Storage
We implement commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your data, including encryption, firewalls, secure servers, and access restrictions. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection from unauthorized access.
Your data may be stored in secure servers in the U.S., and in limited cases, with third-party providers who are contractually obligated to protect the information.
7. Your Rights and Choices (Florida & U.S. Residents)
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information
- Withdraw consent to marketing communications at any time
- Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and contractual obligations
- File a complaint with the Florida Attorney General’s Office if you believe your data has been mishandled
To exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@5starmedicalstaffing.com or (323) 615-5144.
8. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law (e.g., tax or employment laws, healthcare regulations).
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will post an updated version with a new “Effective Date” at the top. Continued use of our Site or services means you accept the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
5 Star Medical Staffing, LLC
110 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: (323) 615-5144
Email: privacy@5starmedicalstaffing.com
Website: https://www.5starmedicalstaffing.com
Clifton Hinds
CEO
8/28/2025