Core Medical Group Review

Core Medical Group is a New Hampshire-based agency with a reputation for responsive recruiters and above-average pay transparency. They serve both therapy and nursing travelers, with a therapy division that has grown steadily since the mid-2000s. Good for travelers who want honest numbers and accessible recruiters.

Overall Rating
4.0
⭐⭐⭐⭐★
Based on verified therapist reviews • Last updated Q2 2025
Pay Transparency4/5
Benefits Quality4/5
Recruiter Quality4/5
Contract Flexibility3/5
Therapist Satisfaction4/5

🏢 Company Overview

📅 Founded

2004

📍 Headquarters

Manchester, New Hampshire

👥 Size

Mid-size agency; therapy and nursing divisions

🩸 Disciplines

PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP — plus nursing

⚖️ Pros & Cons

✅ What Travelers Love

  • Above-average pay transparency for a mid-size agency — will share package breakdowns in detail
  • Responsive recruiters consistently cited in reviews — fast reply times are a hallmark
  • Competitive pay for SNF, outpatient, and home health assignments
  • Good referral bonus program for recommending other travelers
  • Solid benefits including health insurance options from day one

❌ Common Complaints

  • Contract flexibility for shorter (8-week) contracts is more limited than larger agencies
  • Smaller contract inventory than national agencies in some markets
  • Less strong in school-based and pediatric settings
  • Technology platform is functional but not as polished as larger competitors

💬 Verified Therapist Reviews

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Shannon W.
PT, DPT • 3 years traveling
⭐⭐⭐⭐★

Core was my second agency and a step up in communication from my first. My recruiter responds within two hours, which sounds basic but was dramatically better than my previous experience. Pay transparency is genuine — they walked me through the package math without me having to ask twice.

E
Elijah T.
OT • 4 years traveling
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Really solid agency. I’ve done three contracts and have been happy with all of them. Recruiter is accessible, pay has been competitive (though ProTherapy quoted me more when I shopped around), and the compliance process was organized. No surprises.

L
Laura F.
SLP • 2 years traveling
⭐⭐⭐⭐★

Fine experience overall. Not spectacular, not bad. The recruiter was knowledgeable about SLP practice which I appreciated. I eventually switched to a higher-paying agency but would use Core again if my primary didn't have contracts in a specific market.

M
Marcus A.
PTA • 5 years traveling
⭐⭐⭐⭐★

Core has been my primary agency for two years. Reliable, transparent, and the referral bonus is real — I’ve earned a few hundred extra dollars referring classmates. Good mid-tier choice.

J
Jennifer K.
PT, DPT • 1 years traveling
⭐⭐⭐⭐★

Good first agency experience. Would recommend Core to new grads who want transparency and responsiveness without the structure of a formal new grad program. Pay was fair for my first contract and the recruiter was patient with all my first-timer questions.

📊 How Core Medical Group Compares

Agency Overall Pay Transparency Best For
ProTherapy Staffing4.9 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Highest pay, all disciplines
Fusion Medical Staffing4.4⭐⭐⭐⭐★Best benefits package
Host Healthcare4.3⭐⭐⭐⭐★Best new grad program
Core Medical Group4.0⭐⭐⭐⭐★Responsive, transparent

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