We recently conducted a survey of our network of physicians and found some interesting comparisons between locum tenens physicians and permanent doctors—read on to learn more.
Recent Posts
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Survey: Job Satisfaction is 38% Higher for Locum Tenens Physicians Than Permanent Peers
Mike Connors | 15 January, 2024
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2024 Nurse Practitioner (NP) Job Outlook: Why Go Locum Tenens?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, NP employment is forecast to grow 45% between 2022 and 2032, from 266,300 providers to 384,900.
Mike Connors | 11 January, 2024
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How Long Does it Take to Become a Nurse Practitioner (NP)?
To give a quick answer, becoming a licensed NP can take anywhere from five to 10 years from the start, depending on the pace of your studies.
Mike Connors | 4 January, 2024
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Celebrating Women in Leadership at Barton
Recent statistics released by the Women Business Collaborative and Staffing Industry Analysts show that while women represent a median 66% of internal workers at staffing firms, they represent only half of executive positions.
Mike Connors | 21 December, 2023
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Americans are Unretiring: Is Locum Tenens Right for You?
Around 2.3 million people who called their careers quits during the COVID-19 pandemic have gone back to work, according to the AARP.
Mike Connors | 14 December, 2023
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Transitioning from RN to NP? Here’s What You Need to Know
According to forecasts by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of NPs is expected to increase 45% by 2032.
Mike Connors | 7 December, 2023
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Combating the Surgeon Shortage with Locum Tenens Staffing
There’s a growing surgeon shortage in the United States—in fact, forecasts from the AAMC estimate a deficit of 15,800 to 30,200 full-time-equivalent, non-primary care surgeons by 2034.
Mike Connors | 1 December, 2023
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A Guide to the Top Nurse Practitioner Specialties and NP Types
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are considered advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), which means they have focused their education and clinical training on one specific area of medicine.
Mike Connors | 22 November, 2023
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Biggest Discounts for Healthcare Workers in 2024
If you’re looking for discounts for healthcare workers that didn’t expire after the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, you’ve come to the right place. As it turns out, your status as a medical provider can get you a lot more perks than just your pick from an endless supply of locum tenens job […]
Karina Kagramanov | 18 November, 2023
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My Locum Story: How NP Chris K. Provides Quality Care as a Locum
“I didn’t like the idea of staying put in one place,” Chris said. “As a locum tenens provider, I’ve been able to help more patients, especially those in underserved communities.”
Mike Connors | 16 November, 2023
