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...
1. Introduction The field of locum tenens offers a unique and lucrative opportunity for physicians to practice medicine on a temporary basis. While there are a wide variety of roles available, some specialties stand out as particularly high-paying and in demand according to recent surveys. Anesthesiology,...
As a healthcare administrator, hiring manager, or HR professional, you know that searching for the right candidates can be stressful, time-consuming, confusing, and at times, frustrating. With January now upon us, it’s time to flesh out your staffing strategies for the first quarter of 2024. Part...
The term “gig economy” has been floating around for a few years – mostly since the COVID pandemic forced employers and employees to think outside of the box. But what exactly IS a gig economy? Simply put, the gig economy is a labor market that relies heavily...
In many ways, a locum tenens career can be very rewarding. But some clinicians are unsure about the job security associated with abandoning a staff position and taking on the locum tenens lifestyle. Fortunately, health providers who choose a locum tenens career path can enjoy the...
With the ongoing physician shortage, caseloads often can’t wait for staff doctors to come on board. That’s why many hospitals, clinics or practices fill the gap with locum tenens physicians. Along with filling an important staffing need, locum physicians are able to experience new places and...