When LocumLife published a story about the difficulty for physicians to be away from their families during the holidays, it got us thinking about the benefits of summer locum work. Many of you know about the benefits of being a locum tenens physician (traveling the world, excellent compensation, meeting new people, challenging work, the list goes on and on) but you may not know how to choose when to deploy on a locum project.

Locum jobs may be more attractive in the summer months for a variety of reasons. The first being that locum physicians may have the flexibility to be home during the holiday months which can be very important for some families. Secondly, work is usually more enjoyable during the summertime no matter what industry you are in. When locum physicians travel to new cities, it’s much more enjoyable to explore them when the weather is nice, especially in places with harsh winters.

Lastly, summer locum work may be more readily available. Many hospitals in areas that are highly visited during summer months (such as Florida or coastal/beach cities) may need to bolster staff when expecting their population to double. Also, full-time physicians are likely requesting time off during the summer and since patients don’t take vacations, hospitals need to remain properly staffed with physicians on vacation.

If you are interested in locum tenens work or simply want more information, visit LocumJobsOnline.com.

When it comes to Accountable Care Organizations, or ACOs, growth in Locum Tenens demand is expected because these health systems will be under more pressure to maintain full staff coverage. According to Harold D. Miller, executive director of the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform in Pittsburgh, “Physicians who fill in gaps in schedules could provide a mechanism for ensuring that patients have prompt access to high-quality, cost-effective care and thereby achieve savings for an ACO.”

Since ACOs have become more prominent due to the health system reform, more responsibilities will be placed on Locum Tenens , which may result in better pay and bonus opportunities. If a Locum Physician can help an ACO meet, or exceed, its strict requirements and criteria, they may qualify for a bonus. Additionally, it’s speculated that some private insurers have ACO projects in the planning stages or already in operation, which could provide even more opportunities for Locum Physicians interested in ACO work.

Our exclusive focus at www.LocumJobsOnline.com is to provide a steady stream of physicians and advanced practice personnel to ensure that our partner agencies have supplemental staffing resources on hand ready to meet their needs. Our real time delivery lead program provides primary care physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists and many more disciplines. And our job board allows you the opportunity to promote your agency-specific positions.

If you would like more information about our Locum Tenens real-time lead program and job board, simply CLICK HERE and a member of our team will contact you promptly.

More than 12,000 troops returned from Iraq in December alone, and many more are expected to return in the coming months which may present a drastically increased need for qualified Psychiatrists to work with veterans suffering from PTSD, a common disorder associated with the return from combat.

According to Veterans Affairs, PTSD remains an enormous threat with combat troops still serving in Afghanistan, where an estimated six to 11 percent are currently suffering symptoms of PTSD. Statistics among Iraq War veterans are more disturbing, with between 12 to 20 percent of returning vets suffering PTSD-related anxieties. Non-governmental studies suggest that as many as one in every five military personnel returning from Iraq and Afghanistan could suffer various forms of PTSD.

This influx in the demand of Psychiatric professionals provides a great opportunity for Locum Tenens psychiatrists who are trained in this field and are seeking the benefits of a Locum lifestyle.

Our exclusive focus at www.LocumJobsOnline.com is to provide a steady stream of physicians and advanced practice personnel to ensure that our partner agencies have supplemental staffing resources on hand ready to meet their needs. Our real time delivery lead program provides primary care physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists and many more disciplines. And our job board allows you the opportunity to promote your agency-specific positions.

If you would like more information about our locum tenens real-time lead program and job board, simply CLICK HERE and a member of our team will contact you promptly.

The ever-growing older population reaching Medicare coupled with the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) only intensifies the shortage of Primary Care Physicians. Many PCPs are not able to take on new clients, and if they do, the wait for new patients can be upwards of several months.

According to the American Association of Medical Colleges and the New York Times, projected growth in population versus available doctors is already 60% higher than in 2010. On average, it takes 8-10 years for an under supply of physicians to be corrected because physicians have to go through medical school and residency. The shortage of Primary Care Physicians is predicted to reach 46,000 full-time positions by 2025.

The short term solution to this problem is to fill the gaps with quality Locum Tenens who would otherwise consider retirement – or those who are simply attracted to the many options and benefits offered by Locum Tenens positions. This is the perfect opportunity for those candidates to find work at a place where they are truly needed and will be challenged each day. These are the candidates we are communicating with daily.

Our exclusive focus at www.LocumJobsOnline.com is to provide a steady stream of physicians and advanced practice personnel to ensure that our partner agencies have supplemental staffing resources on hand ready to meet their needs. Our real time delivery lead program provides primary care physicians, surgeons, anesthesiologists and many more disciplines. And our job board allows you the opportunity to promote your agency-specific positions.

If you would like more information about our Locum Tenens real-time lead program and job board, simply CLICK HERE and a member of our team will contact you promptly.

Across the United States there are physicians who temporarily seal gaps of employment. These health care providers, also known as locum tenens, are vitally essential, because they compensate for the intensifying physician shortage. These doctors keep hospitals and health care facilities operating smoothly while recruiters search for permanent placements. The locum tenens physicians that fill these positions are granted a great deal of freedom. They are allowed to select where they will be located across the country, and are gifted with many options and an ample variety of available practice environments. Locum tenens assignments are a great way to broaden horizons. Gaining exposure to the knowledge and experience of other medical experts and specialists while on assignment is a excellent opportunity to expand on prior knowledge of their chosen profession.

Physicians who desire a sense of adventure will be thrilled with such a locum career. Locum physician employment allows qualified professionals to merge the devotion they have for their occupation with their love for traveling. Choosing to take advantage of locum tenens opportunities leads to self-growth and the chance to be exposed to various perspectives based on the different cultures and customs one experiences. A locum physician job is a wonderful means to more "enlightened" thinking.

Depending on demand a locum physician may be compensated at very lucratively. A skilled physician will be paid based on their personal proficiency. Experience in heir chosen specialty will have a significant impact on the compensation of a locum tenens physician. Certain specialties will have greater compensation rates.

Doctors who are nearly retired or wishing to enter into a semi-retirement often transition from a permanent full time physician to a locum physician. Moving away from private practice provides more freedom and reduces daily stress. These doctors have noted that it is far more enjoyable to work without the restrictions of a prototypical practice that they have to adhere to everyday.

Those who embrace the potential and adventure of a locum tenens job have reported that they have found the experience both satisfying and rewarding. The benefits of residing in various, diverse areas across the country can lead to excitement and a multitude of opportunities. Those who travel to locum assignments are more likely to meet patients in all walks of life, as every region has something slightly different to offer. It can be very satisfying to use ones well-practiced skills where they are most in demand while bettering the quality of life for others. Some locum tenens physicians would declare that throughout their travels they feel they are so empowered that they may gain more than the patients they aid. To research locum jobs in more depth please go to www.locumjobsonline.com

By Erica Ronchetti

How effective is your locum tenens agency? Before embarking on an exciting locum tenens career, there are a few key points to keep in mind, and your staffing agency should be able to provide you with answers to the following questions.

Housing and transportation should be one major area of discussion. Will housing be provided? How will you get to your job when you are working in a different state or city? A locum tenens agency should be able to provide answers or solutions to transportation and housing queries.

Salary. If your agency provides you with a locum tenens job, how will you be paid? Ensure that your pay rate and salary are provided to you in a written statement. In addition to salary, other aspects of your locum tenens physician job should be documented in writing, such as your locum job’s affect on your income taxes.

Another subject to ask about should be Insurance, specifically malpractice insurance.  It’s challenging to procure malpractice insurance when you only need it for a short term assignment, but a good locum tenens agency should be able to take care of this need and provide you with malpractice insurance, eliminating the need for you to find it for yourself.

State credentials should be another topic of discussion. What are your state credentials and which ones would you need? If you wish to travel to more than a few states, you will need licenses for each state you wish to practice in. This is a mostly bureaucratic process that a good locum tenens agency can take care of and save you time of doing yourself.

Find an agency that will answer all of these questions and provide you with the information and resources you need to begin (or continue) a career as a locum tenens physician. If you’re interested in learning more about locum tenens jobs, don’t hesitate to visit our website or apply now for more information. How can a locum tenens job improve your career?

Erica Ronchetti is Account Manager for Travel Nurse Source, a recruiting company for traveling nurses. Travel Nurse Source is affiliated with Allied Travel Careers, a recruiting company for traveling physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. For more information on what we do, please visit our websites.  

By Erica Ronchetti

A locum tenens physician is a doctor who is temporarily employed in a practice or location until the position is filled permanently. Locum tenens jobs allow traveling professionals to fill in the gaps, ensuring a fully staffed facility and an opportunity for physicians to gain valuable knowledge in real life settings.

Locum tenens is a great opportunity to experience different locations and practices before making up your mind and settling into the one you want to stay at. If you’re a physician thinking about giving up medicine or changing course into a different type of practice, locum tenens is the perfect way for you to try something different. If you’re interested in traveling, locum tenens can be a great way to combine your love for travel with your career. You can literally travel anywhere because locum jobs are available nationwide, and you can decide when and where you want to work. You have the freedom to try out different medical practices and work in a hospital, a clinical setting or even a private practice. Combining your love for travel can also be practical because your locum tenens physician jobs would take you to a variety of locations before settling down and making a permanent commitment.

There are many benefits that go along with locum tenens jobs. For instance, you’d get to practice medicine in areas of high demand where your skills are needed the most. Your earnings would increase and you’d have to work fewer hours, a convenience for physicians who are about to retire. These monetary benefits go along with amazing travel opportunities and the chance to experience living and working all over the nation while gaining clinical experience. You can tailor your locum job to your lifestyle, and enjoy your new freedom.

Locum tenens jobs vary in length; some are short term positions and some are as long as a year. Locum tenens agencies typically provide physicians with malpractice insurance, take care of travel expenses, and pay for assignments at an hourly rate, with overtime compensation as well.

If you’re interested in pursuing a career as a locum tenens physician, don’t hesitate to apply now or contact us today! Visit our website for more information about locum tenens jobs. After working in a locum tenens position, you’ll find you’ve become a confident, highly motivated, and well-trained physician. Take the next step in your career and learn more about how locum tenens is right for you.

Erica Ronchetti is Account Manager for Travel Nurse Source, a recruiting company for traveling nurses. Travel Nurse Source is affiliated with Allied Travel Careers, a recruiting company for traveling physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. For more information on what we do, please visit our websites.

By Erica Ronchetti

If you are a retired physician thinking about rejoining the workforce, a locum tenens job might be a perfect way to do just that. Many doctors are hesitant to come out of retirement, especially if they haven’t been practicing for a while. A locum tenens job can be an excellent low pressure way to easily re-enter the workforce. Locum tenens agencies like Locum Job Source can provide Hospitalist positions for qualified physicians.

Because of the ongoing physician shortage, there is a strong demand for skilled doctors. If not full time, a few shifts a week can make a difference. Not to worry if you’ve been retired for a few years. A locum tenens physician job can take some of the pressure off "out of practice" doctors. Catching up on education credits and learning new technologies provides physicians with comfort and flexibility in their new medical setting. Many locum tenens agencies have experience matching older physicians with the understaffed medical facilities that have the greatest needs. Doctors often find that rural areas have a higher demand for physicians then larger cities or university settings. These areas of the country have a high need for physicians, and are eager to employ retired doctors because of the increasing demands for healthcare.

Locum tenens is the best situation for both physicians and providers who are looking for part-time (20 – 30 hours a week) patient care position. As a locum tenens physician, you’ll find yourself with an excellent salary, benefits, paid travel, and insurance. If interested, assess your current skill level and then visit www.LocumJobSource.com and let us place you in an excellent physician travel job position today!

Erica Ronchetti is Account Manager for Travel Nurse Source, a recruiting company for traveling nurses. Travel Nurse Source is affiliated with Allied Travel Careers, a recruiting company for traveling physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. For more information on what we do, please visit our websites.  

By Erica Ronchetti

Locum tenens can provide benefits for physicians in all stages of their careers. New residents, physicians in mid-career, or doctors who are looking to retire should all know what advantages locum tenens physician jobs can provide.

A career as a locum tenens physician is ideal for new residents who are not yet ready to settle down, or are unsure which type of practice they would like to commit to long term. Locum tenens jobs are a great way to explore many options and experience different locations. Residents who have just finished their training can gain valuable hands on experience in smaller practices that they would not ordinarily have received from a larger facility.

A locum tenens job is not only a great option for new graduates, but an excellent one for physicians who are in the middle of their careers as well. It allows mid-career physicians to explore different options, providing opportunities for them to experience how other facilities operate and get a feel for different practices. If you are a physician facing financial challenges in today’s economy, a locum tenens career may help you explore new options. Locum tenens jobs may also be ideal for physicians who are in between jobs and searching for a new permanent placement. New residents and mid-career physicians benefit from the flexibility a locum tenens agency can provide, and so do doctors who are about to retire; locum tenens allows them a hassle-free way to stay involved in practice.

Other locum tenens benefits: Depending on assignment, locum tenens can allow physicians to supplement their income with additional shifts, allowing them to pay off school loans, mortgages, and even save for retirement. Locum tenens allows flexibility for doctors who work around the schedule of their busy family, as well as women who have taken time off from their physician jobs to start a family.

To learn more about the benefits of physician travel jobs, apply now to speak with a recruiter today!

Erica Ronchetti is Account Manager for Travel Nurse Source, a recruiting company for traveling nurses. Travel Nurse Source is affiliated with Allied Travel Careers, a recruiting company for traveling physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech language pathologists. For more information on what we do, please visit our websites.  

By Christine Whitmarsh, RN, BSN

In researching topics like health care reform, the physician shortage and other topics hopefully of interest to Locum Tenens physician job holders, I have noticed a pattern amongst the medical specialty areas most in need of physicians. The areas where physicians, other primary care providers such as physician assistants and nurse practitioners, and Locum tenens physicians are needed the most, include general practice, pediatrics, emergency and geriatric medicine. The pattern is the cycle of life.

When we are born, we rely on doctors to bring us into this world, help our bodies adjust to a harsh, new living space and provide the necessary preparations so we can make it through to the next stage of life. Children need doctors to survive and thrive. Then, as we age, we rely on doctors to put us back together when we are broken, head off serious illness before it surfaces and ensure that we survive the middle part of life’s gauntlet. Finally, when we reach the home stretch we need – and quite frankly, have earned – doctors the most. We are not asking for eternal life, simply for a respectful and dignified quality of life until we reach the finish line.

All doctors practicing in all specialty areas serve an important role in health care. However, the ones who have a front row seat to the cycle of life – obstetricians, pediatricians, family medicine doctors, emergency department doctors and geriatric specialists – truly hold a special place in the circle of life. I can only hope that the powers that be who control compensation and reimbursement will see this and show these physicians the respect they so deserve.

Christine Whitmarsh is a Registered Nurse with a BSN from the University of Rhode Island. She is a freelance health journalist and medical writer and a contributor to Travel Nurse Source and Allied Travel Careers.