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Do you enjoy traveling and want to work in several states during your locum tenens career? The Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) makes it easier to do so by simplifying the licensing process throughout the US.

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Many healthcare facilities in the United States are having a hard time staffing their emergency departments with qualified emergency medicine physicians. The trouble is, there are plenty of great emergency medicine (EM) physicians looking for work. But job opportunities are often outside of their preferred geographic region or below their desired salary, resulting in a lack of EM doctors at many hospitals - especially in rural areas where some emergency departments have been forced to close altogether. A lack of available physicians makes it difficult for hospitals to provide the best quality care for their patients. So, what can healthcare organizations do to address the emergency medicine physician shortage?

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Healthcare workers seeking greater flexibility or higher pay may seek alternative employment arrangements. Per diem and locum tenens positions are popular options outside the traditional full-time schedule found at most medical facilities. Deciding which option is right for you can be challenging, so make sure you understand the pros and cons of each before making a career change.

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Medical Pain Management is a crucial subspecialty that will always be in demand. Whether you are a Pain Management Physician, Nurse Practitioner, CRNA, or Physician Assistant, your skills can help complex patient populations achieve a better quality of life. However, you may not want or be ready for a long-term commitment. If you are interested in a locum tenens opportunity in the Pain Management field, here is what you should know.

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Locum tenens work refers to a career style where a physician temporarily fulfills roles before moving on to the next position. A locum tenens job may last a few weeks or 6 months, depending on the position, and could include clinic care, hospital care, or a combination of both. Let’s explore locum tenens psychiatry work and what these jobs entail.

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As a locum tenens physician, you will often work with a third-party staffing group, like Caliber, and sign locum tenens contracts. Most often, a locum tenens agreement can range between 5 to 10 pages and will cover the important details of work. Before signing the contract, several key areas in the contract should be considered before signing.

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There are many important benefits of locums for facilities. Now more than ever, American healthcare facilities need qualified medical professionals to meet growing patient care demands. But staffing shortages abound in hospitals and clinics throughout the country, and it's often difficult to provide every patient with the care they need. That i's where locum tenens work can make a difference.

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Recently, many Physicians have turned to locum tenens work to deal with burnout, as flexibility moderately eases burnout symptoms. However, this does not mean that locum tenens providers are exempt from dealing with burnout themselves. Today, we will share some tips for mitigating it when you are working as a locum tenens Physician.

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Are you an anesthesiologist late in your career or nearing retirement? A heavy caseload may have you feeling burned out and looking for a way out. But, instead of opting for early retirement, another option would be to take on a lighter schedule or explore locum tenens assignments.

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Many of the steps required to become a practicing Physician are immovable. There is a set process and schedule that students of academic medicine must follow to become graduates, then residents, fellows, and, finally, a Physician who can practice medicine without direct supervision.

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If you want more flexibility to deliver quality patient care on your terms, consider becoming a locum tenens physician.

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Are you interested in extra clinic work to help pay off medical student loans or increase your income? Or does your healthcare facility need a quick stand-in for Physicians or Advanced Practice Professionals who are on leave? Locum tenens healthcare providers could be your solution.

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There are significant benefits for working with a locum tenens staffing agency to find work. Locums agencies offer access to multiple job postings in one place, allowing you to plan your next assignment in your medical career and have the details in place before your current job assignment ends

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As a locum tenens hospitalist, you have control over where you work and the rates you will accept. This means that you are able to negotiate your income to meet your goals. With this in mind, it is also important to realize that several factors affect the hourly rate of a locum tenens hospitalist.