Locum Tenens, a Latin phrase, means “to hold the place of.” Locum tenens providers fill in for other providers on a temporary basis. Assignments can range from 1 day to several months, or even longer. Locum tenens providers allow continuation of patient care when a facility is facing temporary staffing shortages due to vacancies, illness, or other causes.
Benefits of Locum Tenens
- Schedule Flexibility. Choose assignments based on your schedule and geographical preferences.
- Supplemental Income. Earn additional income to pay down debt, travel, or splurge.
- Travel Opportunities. Travel the country to visit places you’ve never been.
- Job Search. Work locum assignments while between jobs or searching for a full-time position.
- Reduce Burnout. A change of scenery from the daily grind helps put the focus back on patients.
- Hone your Skills. Become more valuable by experiencing different facilities, procedures, and equipment.
- Position Evaluation. Evaluate a practice, facility, or group, along with the community, prior to accepting a permanent offer.
- Work in Under-served Areas. Provide patient care in areas that need it the most.