What is Locum Tenens Work? Medical school graduates are mostly familiar with locum tenens work, which involves providing temporary medical services for healthcare facilities that need additional staff. This can include filling in for physicians who are on vacation, experiencing a high patient volume, or in...
Aging Population: A Catalyst for Locum Tenens Surge America's aging population is causing a significant shift in the healthcare industry, leading to a surge in demand for healthcare services and growth in locum tenens staffing (where temporary healthcare professionals fill in for staff shortages). Referred to...
Healthcare is undergoing rapid changes, and finding ways for healthcare-system and hospital cost reduction without compromising quality is imperative. Increasing costs in healthcare are putting pressure on hospitals and healthcare systems to rethink their budgets. Overall, by being proactive and implementing these strategies, healthcare...
All healthcare professionals understand that the importance of work-life balance cannot be overestimated. The demanding nature of the healthcare industry can lead to burnout, which affects the well-being of doctors and staff and has implications for patient care. When healthcare providers are overworked and exhausted,...
Doctor vacations are supposed to be a time for relaxation, getting away, and enjoying the sunshine. However, for some hospitals and healthcare professionals, the summer months can present a challenge when regular staff members are on vacation. While doctors want to enjoy their vacations, their...
When it comes to managing your locum tenens assignments, having a solid process in place is essential for success. Whether you are a seasoned locum tenens provider or just getting started, understanding the basics, identifying your needs and goals, preparing for your assignment, excelling in...
Low-population Areas Desperately Need Locum Tenens Physicians With some average population densities of fewer than 10 people per square mile, rural areas are relying on locum tenens physicians to meet the challenge of ensuring adequate medical care for all residents. For example, the vast and picturesque...
The COVID-19 pandemic was stressful in a variety of ways for healthcare practitioners on the front lines. Many physicians and other health professionals experienced burnout symptoms due to increased hours on the job – often leading to less-than-perfect interactions with patients. In many cases, patient interactions...
Healthcare facilities are experiencing staffing shortages and burnout among permanent staff due to the evolving healthcare landscape. This has led to an increased demand for locum tenens to provide short-term support. Annashae is stepping up to meet this demand with a commitment to supporting healthcare...