The Locum Blog
Hello, adventurers!
Are you a healthcare practitioner seeking a career that offers flexibility, adventure, and unparalleled experiences? Look no further! Locum tenens (travel) medicine might just be the perfect fit for you. Allow me to introduce you to the wide range of resources below to help get your locum career off the ground!
New Podcast with the Locum Strategist
Join the discussion with me and the Locum Strategist!
The Ultimate Locum List: Your comprehensive locum assignment checklist
What to ask on your first day on the job
PM&R: Primary vs. Consultant
Comparing PM&R assignments when the locum doctor is the primary attending versus the consulting physician.
What is a Locum Tenens Physician?
Locum tenens work offers physicians a unique opportunity to "test the waters" and experience working in a particular healthcare facility before committing to a full-time position.
What to Pack for Your First Locum Assignment
One thing that always gave me anxiety was deciding what was important to pack and what could be left behind. While every person is different, particularly depending on your specialty, I was able to put together a core list of items that I never travel without.
Get Ready with Me! PM&R Locum Physician on Assignment in Alaska
Get ready with me and chat about my first day in Alaska on assignment!
How to Make Your CEOs Happy
Six tips to help locum doctors keep their hospital CEOs happy.
Locum on Assignment in California
Preparing for four weeks of PM&R at an acute inpatient unit in California.
How to Be Social in a New City
Being in a new place can be intimidating for anyone. For locum providers, not only are we starting out in a new city, but it's a new job, new people, new housing, new everything.