| What is locum tenens? | | | | updated during the whole process - communication is |
| A person, especially a physician or cleric, who | | | | key in any company-client relationship so you feel you |
| substitutes temporarily for another. | | | | are the priority |
| Who hires these physicians? | | | | 5. Give you a very detailed contract before you start |
| Locum tenens companies. | | | | the position and will allow for changes as you see the |
| There are many companies/recruiters that will assist | | | | need - do not start any position until all details are |
| doctors in finding the right position. These positions can | | | | ironed out |
| be in various fields of medicine and in many different | | | | 6. Cater to your specific needs concerning the position |
| geographical areas. For the most part, these | | | | and not just be trying to close the deal - ultimately you |
| companies will try to accommodate your needs. | | | | need to be happy and not just make a living - ask |
| Below, I will outline ten tips on how to choose a great | | | | them what they can do for you in terms of |
| company. | | | | compensation, quality of life, bonuses, holidays, etc. |
| 1. Make sure they have many positions and geographic | | | | 7. Has a great reputation in the medical community and |
| areas available - this makes it easier for you to find a | | | | has years of experience |
| job you will like and live somewhere that allows you to | | | | 8. Provides you with malpractice insurance - ask for a |
| take part in your interests and hobbies, eg. if you love | | | | copy of the malpractice insurance |
| sailing, you would want to be near water. | | | | 9. They make sure you have a life outside the job |
| 2. They will cover your transportation, housing, and | | | | 10. They will be willing to work with you long term and |
| rental car - the top companies will take of this for you | | | | not just for one contract - if you do well with the first |
| and you can ask for more flights back and forth to | | | | job and they like you, they will definitely call you for |
| your hometown after a few months | | | | future assignments. |
| 3. Have competitive compensation - you must be paid | | | | There you have it. When you are trying to find the |
| what you are worth, remember whatever they don't | | | | best locum tenens companies, refer to these tips and |
| pay goes to the company | | | | make the right choice the first time. |
| 4. Communicate with you regularly and keep you | | | | |