No one knows better than you how hard you have worked to get to this point in your medical career. You completed your education and residency, passed all three steps of the USMLE, and participated in clinical practice. Now it’s time to acquire your license...
If you’re fast-thinking, detail-oriented, and adventurous, you may want to seriously consider becoming a locum tenens physician. It’s a fact that locum tenens docs often earn more money than those who work in one hospital setting. But before you trade in your white coat to...
As an experienced clinician, your skills are in demand. There is no shortage of opportunities for you to consider. But the less time you spend on your search, the more time you have to focus on your practice. Your recruiter will do much of the...
If you are a retired physician, you may be wondering why you should consider hanging onto your stethoscope. Maybe retirement isn’t turning out just like you expected and you are searching for purpose and a way to earn some extra cash. Staying active can benefit...
The healthcare landscape of today is not what it was in your grandparents’ time. With increasing staffing shortages, a high rate of burnout among doctors, and disparities among populations receiving healthcare, there are many reasons to consider a change in your healthcare career. Becoming a traveling...
According to Medscape’s Physician Burnout & Depression Report 2022, physician burnout increased 5 percent in 2022, with 47 percent of doctors reporting flaring tempers, moodiness, depression, and feelings of overall hopelessness that significantly impact their work. Top reasons cited for physician burnout include: Too many bureaucratic...
Maybe you’ve heard about the perks of working locum tenens after your residency or fellowship, and it sounds like a pretty good gig. After all, what’s not to like about extra income, flexibility, variety, travel, and work/life balance. But you don’t know…what you don’t know, right?...
Credentialing is the critical first step in putting a healthcare provider to work in a facility. It’s the process through which the qualifications of medical professionals are verified so that employers can be assured the healthcare provider is who they say they are and has...
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...