What is Locum Tenens?

Locum tenens work on a temporary basis, often occupying vacant positions until a full-time provider can be found. Locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners are essential in ensuring coverage as the need for healthcare professionals grows in response to the projected shortage of over 100,000 doctors by 2030. With fewer students applying to medical school, locum tenens providers will continue to play a crucial part in bridging the gap in U.S. healthcare.

If you're looking for a work style that offers more work-life balance or an increase in income for those who already have a permanent position, consider locum tenens. This work style is also great for those who want to continue growing in their career while having a flexible schedule.

 

Who works Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens is an ideal choice for medical professionals seeking to expand their clinical skills, earn higher wages, or enjoy greater flexibility and less job burnout. Others enjoy locum tenens for the chance to explore new places and travel.
Today, healthcare workers across all fields and specialties are regularly taking on locum tenens assignments. At Alumni Healthcare Staffing, we partner with a wide variety of healthcare providers including physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs).

 

Why Work Locum Tenens?

One of the unique aspects of locum tenens assignments is the opportunity to work in different practice settings near or far from your home. At Alumni, we put our relationship with you as our top priority. Here are some of the advantages you can enjoy when working locum tenens with us:

 

How Does it Work?

  • Connect with Recruiter and communicate your needs and preferences to find the ideal match for your desired pay, location, and schedule.

  • Explore jobs that match your qualifications, needs, and unique criteria.

  • Alumni Staffing’s credentialing team will assist with licensing and hospital privileging.

  • Alumni take care of arranging all your transportation, rental cars, and accommodations.

  • Alumni Staffing maintains high-quality, comprehensive medical malpractice insurance coverage for all the locum tenens

  • We are committed to supporting you through every step of the process, and we remain available to assist you with any questions, concerns, or challenges that may arise.

  • Use our online portal to submit your timesheets.

  • Expect weekly compensation for your work. After completing your current assignment, we will contact you with new opportunities or the option to extend your current one.

 

Credentialing

Securing hospital privileges and state licenses (or reactivating lapsed ones) can be a time-consuming, challenging task for locum tenens professionals. At Alumni Healthcare Staffing, you don't have to face this alone. An experienced Credentialing expert will simplify the onboarding process by streamlining the licensing and credentialing process.

Not yet sure where you want to go for your next assignment? Our team can help you get licensed in multiple states, opening up more opportunities for future locum tenens positions.

All you need to do is keep your paperwork organized and easily accessible for a smooth experience.

 

Whether you're an experienced locum tenens provider or just getting started, our team is ready to help you find the ideal match. Check out our list of current openings and let's connect.