For physicians just beginning their careers or doctors looking for a change of pace, locum tenens assignments offer the opportunity to explore different practice settings without making a long-term commitment. Whether you’ve just finished your residency or are considering shifting to part-time work, knowing your...
The staffing industry is known for exceptional relationship building, and this is particularly true with medical staffing and recruiting. Placing candidates in mission-critical roles requires a personal relationship built on trust and mutual respect. Developing a personal relationship with your medical recruiter can have advantages at...
It can be challenging to downshift from a packed physician schedule to retirement. But guess what? No one says you must stop working entirely. Isn’t that the point of retiring—you get to do what you want? For many physicians, that means continuing to work—where and when...
Finding your first job as a physician is an exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—task. You’re likely working full-time to finish up your residency or fellowship. Figuring out your next career step might fall somewhere between visiting the next patient on rounds and finding an empty on-call room to...
Retiring is easier said than done for some physicians. When you’ve spent the majority of your life working long hours and making a difference in the lives of others, it can be challenging to quit unless you have a plan in place to help with the...
“If you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up somewhere else.” –Yogi Berra Have you reached a crossroads in your physician career? Do you want to try something new, shift your focus, or enjoy a change of scenery? You may have more options than you...
Job hunting is never an easy undertaking. Even the most seasoned physicians and healthcare professionals might have questions like: Where can I find the best opportunities in my specialization? Is there a perfect part-time gig for me that fits my schedule? Where can I find time...
By its nature, locum tenens work fills a need. Whether a locum tenens physician is: filling in for vacationing doctors holding a spot until a permanent physician can be found for a role traveling to help in underserved communities rotating in give permanent staff time off...
Congratulations—you made it! It was a long haul through medical school, licensure, and residency (and possibly a fellowship) but you’re ready to officially begin your medical career. What’s next? Many doctors discover the benefits of locum tenens work early in their careers. Locum tenens means “to hold...