Before heading on a locum tenens assignment, there are some important things a physician needs to consider. Things that will not only enhance the experience – but potentially keep you financially sound during your contract. The following list will help you enjoy your assignment while helping...
Being a locum tenens physician is an exciting adventure – both professionally and on a personal level. While the pay, perks and other benefits factor into why a travel gig can be a great fit, part of the fun is figuring out where you want your...
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...
For many physicians, being a locum tenens provides the flexibility, freedom and pay to create a perfect work/life balance. When caseloads can’t wait for newly hired doctors to come on board, many hospitals, clinics or practices fill the gap with locum tenens physicians. While many physicians...
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...
Psychiatrists are in short supply everywhere, and the lack of these highly skilled health professionals is particularly severe. Many of the issues that drive the general physician shortage contribute to the lack of psychiatrists including an aging workforce and physician burnout due to COVID-19. There’s also a...
Healthcare facilities rely on locum tenens to ensure they’re able to meet patient demand. Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit – with many doctors and other clinicians leaving due to burnout, furlough or layoffs – locum tenens opportunities have become more plentiful than ever. Physicians who take...
The current healthcare landscape predicts that this year and next, locum tenens healthcare positions will see an increase in revenue of at least 13 percent. According to locumpedia, “The rate at which this country has relied upon clinical staff over the past 36 months 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...