We know that established practices will always be looking for permanent physicians to hold a position in their hospitals. It makes sense for them to have staff members they can call on dependably. But in filling spots on their roster, […]
A Look at the Increasing Demand for Locum Tenens Emergency Doctors in the US
Emergency medicine departments across the country continue to experience increasing volumes of patients. This could be rooted in the fact that there’s an ongoing physician shortage, nationwide. Since many patients find it difficult to get an appointment with an office-based […]
The Challenge: Achieving Physician Work-Life Balance
A career in the medical field will take up every minute of your time, use up all your energy and patience, and affect your relationships. With lives on the line and countless patients and tasks vying for a physician’s attention, […]
Facing a Workforce Challenge? Let Locum Tenens Fill the Gap
According to the Association of American Medical Colleges, the healthcare industry may face a shortage of primary care doctors by the year 2030, and of nurses by 2022.
Crossing State Lines: New Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
Applying for multiple state licenses one at a time can be time-consuming and tedious. The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact aims to fix this. Learn what the Compact is and what it means for you as a locum tenens physician, below.
How Do Hospitals Feel About Locum Tenens?
Hospitals work with locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners for several reasons. From filling gaps in scheduling to lowering readmission rates and fighting burnout, locum tenens is a great way to help facilities find coverage and secure fast quality care […]
The Locum Life: Which One Are You?
No matter your specialty or stage of your career, locum tenens can be a great fit for any physician or advanced practitioner. Whether you’re recently graduated, in the middle of your career, a mom trying to balance it all, or […]
