LocumTenens.com is proud to celebrate this year’s National Locum Tenens Week, which runs from Monday, August 12th, to Friday, August 16th. Dedicated to honoring the clinicians who play a crucial role in delivering medical care across the United States, we wish to extend a deep appreciation for their countless contributions and sacrifices.
According to the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations, more than 52,000 physicians participate in locum tenens assignments each year, serving approximately 7.5 million Americans nationwide. From seeking relief for the common cold to needing life-saving treatment, locum tenens clinicians are instrumental in bridging gaps in care, especially when concerning rural and underserved communities.
Locum tenens providers not only allow for flexibility and quick solutions but are quickly becoming utilized as strategic staffing solutions. Each year, approximately 90% of US healthcare facilities staff with locum tenens physicians. By ensuring continuity of care, and elevating medical services to new heights, locum tenens clinicians are efficiently addressing growing physician shortages and becoming integral to the future of healthcare.
At LocumTenens.com, we are proud to support these dedicated professionals and provide them with the best opportunities and resources to make a significant impact on patient care. Year-to-date, LocumTenens.com has booked 5,205 clinicians, totaling a staggering 2,383,287 hours worked. Through our dedication to clinicians’ needs and ensuring a holistic onboarding process, LocumTenens.com is committed to providing clinicians with the support they need to positively impact patient care.
Whether just beginning a career in medicine or having decades of experience, practicing as a locum tenens clinician offers access to countless benefits and opportunities:
Enjoying Flexible Schedules: Having the opportunity to choose where you are placed and when you go. Having that extra aspect of personal control allows for a continued passion for providing care to those in need, while also enjoying self-goals and aspirations.
Competitive Pay: Working locum tenens offers extra income that many clinicians utilize to pay school debts, create a financial cushion for their families, and create a retirement savings plan.
Travel: With travel and lodging fees covered, clinicians are free to explore new environments and experience a life filled with excitement and adventure.
Whether it be financial benefits, chances to advance one's career, or a bit of adventure, practicing as a locum tenens clinician offers a world of opportunities.
