The landscape of healthcare in the United States is rapidly evolving, driven by a growing aging population and an increasing prevalence of chronic health conditions. In the face of these challenges, healthcare facilities are under immense pressure to meet the rising demand for medical services. However,...
As a practicing locum tenens physician, life on the road comes with many benefits. But before you head out on an assignment, there are some important things to consider. Things that will enhance your experience, help to maximize your paycheck, and save money while on assignment. The...
With today’s shortages of experienced physicians, many hospitals and clinics across the country are dealing with acute staff crunches. It’s a buyer’s market, and in most cases, hospitals and other healthcare employers are paying top dollar to acquire the best talent. So if you’ve been around...
Congrats! After putting in hours and hours, consuming gallons of coffee and getting by on 3 hours of sleep a night you’ve completed your residency. And if you’re like many newly-minted physicians, the question now is – “What do you I do next?” While everyone is...
It’s no secret that an active mind and body go a long way in staving off disease and inertia. As a retired physician, you have valuable skills, and using them not only benefits you by keeping your mind and body in motion, but it helps...
You have been a physician in private practice for some time now. Your career choice has brought you much satisfaction along the way, but you want to explore other opportunities. A friend of yours asked you if you have considered a locum tenens position. Here are...
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...
The term “locum tenens” refers to a physician or advanced practice provider who fills in for another clinician temporarily. Locum tenens means “to hold the place of,” and many physicians work locum jobs to make extra money, enjoy a flexible schedule, or travel the country. Salaries...
The locum tenens lifestyle can be an attractive option for doctors at all stages of their careers. Newly graduated residents can hone their skills, travel, and gain exposure to various practice settings to help them decide what kind of role best suits them. Doctors in an established...