Working as a Locum Tenens: A Career Path for You?: The Pros and Cons of This Career Direction

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Working as a Locum Tenens: A Career Path for You?

The Pros and Cons of This Career Direction

Physicians will learn about the different types of locum tenens opportunities; how to find, evaluate, and choose the right situation; physician traits that make you more likely to succeed when going this route; potential negatives to be aware of, and other essential factors and issues. This course covers:

How to get started
The pros and cons of locum tenens assignments and career direction
Working effectively with agencies
How to evaluate and choose an assignment
Factors that can help ensure your success

5 CHAPTERS

What Is Locum Tenens?

This chapter provides an overview of locum tenens and looks at why doctors choose locum tenens as full-time work or in addition to other work.

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How Physicians Use Locum Tenens

This chapter offers a deeper look into the types of locum tenens positions commonly sought by physicians and the pros and cons of each.

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The Pros and Cons of Locum Tenens

This chapter discusses the pros and cons of locum tenens, and how to decide whether this work arrangement will be right for you and help you achieve your goals.

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How to Get Started: Working Effectively With Agencies

This chapter explains important steps to take to start as a locum tenens physician, such as how to choose an agency to work with; elements of your malpractice policy, and legal documents you may need.

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Assessing and Accepting an Assignment

This chapter gives guidance on how to assess an offer, negotiating payment, and the practicalities of preparing for your locum assignment.

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AUTHORS

Andrew N. Wilner, MD

Associate Professor of Neurology, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee; Staff Neurologist, Regional One Health; Author, The Locum Life: A Physician's Guide to Locum Tenens

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