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How Locum Tenens Can Help Your Facility Combat Physician Burnout

Thursday, March 20th, 2025 in General.

Physician burnout has become a major healthcare crisis. Long hours, administrative burdens, and staffing shortages place immense pressure on medical professionals. Research suggests that up to 6 in 10 physicians report symptoms of burnout, including emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced job satisfaction. This negative state affects individual well-being, leading to higher turnover rates, lower patient Read more…

Embracing Telemedicine: New Horizons for Locum Tenens Doctors

Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 in General.

What if your reach as a clinician wasn’t limited by geography? Imagine treating patients across state lines, managing complex cases from your home office, and eliminating the exhausting cycle of travel that often comes with locum work. That future isn’t coming — it’s already here! Telemedicine has revolutionized healthcare, and locum tenens clinicians are in Read more…

The Benefits of a Fully Credentialed Locum Tenens Pool

Monday, March 10th, 2025 in General.

In healthcare, staffing challenges are inevitable — unexpected physician absences, seasonal patient surges, and last-minute vacancies. These gaps in coverage can quickly disrupt patient care, strain permanent staff, and reduce operational efficiency. While locum tenens doctors and APPs offer a practical solution, the traditional credentialing process can create costly delays and leave hospitals scrambling to Read more…

A Guide to Managing Multiple Licenses as a Locum Tenens Clinician

Friday, February 28th, 2025 in General.

Flexibility is one of your greatest assets as a locum tenens clinician. The ability to work in multiple states expands your career opportunities, increases your earning potential, and gives you the freedom to choose assignments aligned with your lifestyle. Managing numerous state licenses can be challenging, however, as each state has different requirements, renewal processes, Read more…

Locum Tenens and Continuing Medical Education

Friday, February 28th, 2025 in General.

Balancing clinical schedules, administrative duties, and personal responsibilities can make finding time for continuing medical education (CME) feel all but impossible. Yet, staying board-certified and keeping up with medical advancements are crucial for delivering high-quality patient care. CME ensures you stay current with the latest research, technology, and best practices, however, completing courses, attending conferences, Read more…

3 Strategies for Gaining Patient Trust as a Locum Tenens Clinician

Friday, February 14th, 2025 in General.

Patient trust is the foundation of quality healthcare. It affects everything from treatment adherence to overall satisfaction, and for a locum tenens clinician, quickly building trust is essential. Since you may only be with patients briefly, earning their confidence early on can determine how well they engage with their care plan and their willingness to Read more…

How Locum Tenens Can Bridge Career Gaps

Monday, January 20th, 2025 in General.

For many clinicians, returning to a career after career gaps you love but wondering if you’ll ever regain the same confidence and expertise you once had can feel like sailing uncharted seas. Questions about skill retention, industry changes, and the ability to keep up in a demanding environment often weigh heavily. These doubts don’t have Read more…

How to Use Locum Tenens to Level Up Your Career in 2025

Monday, January 13th, 2025 in General.

What if 2025 could be the year you finally take control of your career and your life? Forget the half-hearted resolutions that fade by February — it’s time to shake things up and rethink your entire approach. Locum tenens could be the bold move that turns your aspirations into tangible achievements. The new year is Read more…

Your Guide to Locum Tenens DEA Licensing

Monday, January 6th, 2025 in General.

The federal government Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) enforces drug laws and regulates drug use and distribution in the United States. Anyone who wishes to administer, prescribe, or dispense controlled substances, including Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), and physicians, must hold DEA registration. Although state medical boards don’t control this aspect of licensing, you Read more…

A Quick Guide to Your Locum Tenens Contract

Monday, January 6th, 2025 in General.

There’s a lot to consider when you’re making a move into locum tenens work.  From the patients you’ll see, to the skills you require, the schedule you’ll work, and the pay you’ll receive, each part of this decision requires thoughtfulness. You should also understand the basics of a locum tenens contract in order to make Read more…