In our last article, we broke down just some of the many advantages of working in locum hospitalist positions as opposed to traditional employment. Locum providers reap the benefits of not only extending their professional and life experiences as they travel on a flexible schedule, but they do so while simultaneously […]
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The Pros of Taking a Locum Hospitalist Job
Most physicians are knowledgeable about what locum tenens is, and have likely heard about the benefits in passing from other healthcare professionals. Perhaps a peer or colleague has told you about how they were paid to travel as they gained experience in an array of different work environments; or maybe you received […]
Karina Kagramanov | 14 July, 2022
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Locum Tenens Interview Checklist
No matter how much experience you may have interviewing, if you’re brand new to the world of locum tenens, going on your first-ever interview for a locum job can be nerve-wracking. While there are definitely similarities between an interview for a permanent position or a locum position at any healthcare […]
Karina Kagramanov | 7 July, 2022
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Do I Need an Agency to Do Locum Work?
Do you need an agency to do locum tenens work? That’s like asking if you need a mechanic to change the oil in your car. Of course, you aren’t required to use the services of a professional, but it might be in your best interest to do so. Let me […]
Dr. Val | 14 March, 2022
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Locum Tenens as a Transition into Retirement
Locum Tenens as a Transition into Retirement More and more physicians are turning to locum tenens, for a variety of different reasons. While it is a great option for physicians at any stage of their career, it can be especially attractive for late-career physicians. Some physicians nearing retirement may not […]
Tayla Holman | 18 November, 2021
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How Locum Tenens Can Improve Job Satisfaction
Locum tenens is becoming increasingly popular among healthcare providers. A physician staffing survey showed that the number of U.S. doctors working locum tenens has nearly doubled to 48,000 since 2002. At a time when physician burnout and job dissatisfaction are increasing, locum tenens offers an alternative to full-time employment that […]
Tayla Holman | 2 April, 2020
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Alternative Careers for Nurse Practitioners
Although most nurse practitioners work directly with patients providing medical care in hospitals or clinics, there are many alternative careers for nurse practitioners that NPs can explore.This article tells my personal story as a psychiatric nurse practitioner now working as a researcher at Microsoft. I also review some unique non […]
Dr. Melissa de Capua DNP PMHNP | 29 February, 2020
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Independent Contractors: How Do I Choose the Best Business Structure?
Are you considering locum work, because it offers the flexibility to choose where and when to work? Sounds like a dream job, right? While the independence that accompanies locum tenens is a plus for many, it’s a good idea to carefully review all factors. One of the most important considerations […]
Sonya Brown, CRNA | 17 October, 2019
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6 Questions Every Provider Should Ask During a Locum Tenens Interview
As a locum tenens provider, you quickly grow accustomed to experiences and situations that are far less common in other career paths. Consider job interviews as an example. Every successful locum tenens engagement starts with a phone-based question-and-answer — a situation colleagues in permanent roles only see when they switch […]
Evan Wade | 10 October, 2019
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The Faces of Nurse Anesthesia
Nurse anesthetists are registered nurses who have furthered their education to an advanced-practice nurse specializing in nurse anesthesia. The nurse anesthetist, also known as the CRNA (certified registered nurse anesthetist), plays a crucial role in the administration of anesthesia and pain management. In some areas, they are the sole anesthesia […]
Sonya Brown, CRNA | 24 September, 2019
