It’s a Three-peat: Interim Physicians Wins Third Consecutive ‘Best of Staffing’ Diamond Award

Interim Physicians, one of the country’s largest and fastest-growing locum tenens staffing firms, was honored with the “Best of Staffing” Diamond Awards in 2024 for outstanding service to our providers and healthcare facility clients. This is the third year in a row that Interim won the prestigious Diamond Award.

Diamond Award-winning healthcare staffing firms earn special recognition by ClearlyRated, an independent research firm, for securing industry-leading satisfaction scores for five or more years in a row. ClearlyRated utilizes a Net Promoter® Score survey program to help staffing firms measure their customers’ service experience.

In 2024, Interim Physicians received outstanding satisfaction scores of 9 or 10 (out of 10) from 83% of our clients, significantly higher than the industry’s average of 55%. Interim received satisfaction scores of 9 or 10 from 78% of placed locum tenens candidates, compared to the average of 50%.

Client Praise for Interim

Below are five common themes from the client survey and testimonials that exemplify them:

1. Exceptional Service & Responsiveness
“Interim Physicians is our #1 go-to for locum tenens needs! The team is incredibly responsive, proactive, and always ready to assist. No matter the challenge, they consistently provide solutions and high-quality candidates.”

2. Professionalism & Reliability
“Interim Physicians stands out as a professional and reliable staffing partner. They consistently present quality candidates, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively, making the entire process seamless and stress-free.”

3. Strong Long-Term Partnerships
“Interim Physicians has been a trusted partner in our staffing efforts, building a strong, long-term relationship with our team. Their ability to streamline processes and deliver excellent service keeps them at the top of our list.”

4. Efficiency in Credentialing & Staffing
“The efficiency and dedication of Interim Physicians is unmatched. They sourced, credentialed, and placed a provider within just seven days—an impressive testament to their expertise and commitment to staffing excellence.”

5. Commitment to Quality & Compliance
“Interim Physicians goes above and beyond to ensure compliance and quality in every aspect of locum staffing. Their dedication to meeting deadlines, maintaining high standards, and supporting their clients sets them apart in the industry.”

Provider Shoutouts, Visualized

Our recruiting team received 78 shoutouts from providers in this year’s survey. In the word cloud below, words that appeared more frequently in provider testimonials appear larger. We are incredibly honored that providers find us “always responsive, organized, and professional” (and more!).

A Never-Ending Pursuit of Excellence

Interim Physicians’ ongoing recognition by ClearlyRated reflects a deep commitment to delivering exceptional service in physician staffing. CEO Tim Hand credited the achievement to the team’s dedication and the meaningful role locum tenens providers play in expanding patient access to care.

“Our mission goes beyond filling staffing gaps—we’re ensuring communities receive the medical attention they deserve,” Hand said. “This recognition reinforces the trust our providers and clients place in us, and we remain focused on delivering the best possible experience for both.”

President Shawn Mullen highlighted the strong relationships Interim Physicians has built across the industry. “Locum tenens is about more than logistics—it’s about people,” Mullen said. “We take pride in being a trusted partner for both healthcare facilities and providers, ensuring they have the support they need to succeed. That commitment will never change.”

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