Working as a Locum

Working as a Locum

My Locum Story: S. Wilkinson Unlocked New Experiences Through Locum Tenens

“I had a great experience [working] with Barton,” Wilkinson said.

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My Locum Story: Dr. D. Edwards Finds Stability at One Assignment

Extending his assignment has become so simple that Edwards' recruiter for the last two years asks him whether he’d like to extend his assignment. He's […]

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‘All in a Day’s Work’: Inside 2023 Locum Hero Dr. Alok Gupta’s Passion for Healthcare

“I believe a physician gives a part of themselves to every patient that they see, touch, or treat,” said Dr. Alok Kumar Gupta, the winner […]

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My Locum Story: S. Whitehead’s First Few Years in Locum Tenens

"Barton takes up all the heavy lifting when it comes to the paperwork,” Whitehead said. “All I have to do is just show up."

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My Locum Story: Dr. Frey’s Indiana Assignments and the Importance of Communication

Since Dr. Frey began working with Barton Associates, he’s completed around 40 assignments in facilities across the Hoosier State.

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5 Tips for Building a Healthy Work-Life Balance

While the whirlwind of professional life often forces many of us to forfeit the things we love to do, there are ways to stop the […]

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My Locum Story: Dr. P. Akhimien Reflects on HHS Project, Offers Advice

Dr. P. Akhimien worked at a HHS clinic that housed, fed and cared for displaced migrant children.

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My Locum Story: Dr. Knox Comes Out of Comfort Zone on First Assignment

After over 30 years as a permanent primary care provider, Dr. Stephen K. from San Francisco, California, has recently completed his first locum tenens assignment […]

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What Is Healthcare Burnout?

Healthcare providers including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants are susceptible to professional burnout. Unfortunately, many healthcare organizations invest few resources into preventing or treating […]

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Assignment Activities: Dr. Edwards fills free time with newfound fandom

Dr. Edwards has been traveling to patients for home visits in Texas, and surrounding states as a locum tenens provider since 2016. His commitment to […]

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What To Expect As a Locum Tenens Psychiatric Provider

According to research conducted by the American Medical Association in 2021, 13.6% of Americans (up from 3.9% in 2018) showed signs of serious psychological stress. […]

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Are You in a Toxic Healthcare Workplace? 5 Signs to Look For

Workplace toxicity can arise anywhere, and healthcare facilities are not immune to toxic hospital culture. A close cousin of burnout, toxicity isn’t always easy to […]

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