Let’s Locums Podcast with Dr. Mark Royer
This podcast episode of LetsLocums hosted by Dr. Mark Royer, features a discussion with yours truly- Dr. Jacobs, AKA @thelocumlady
It’s an interesting talk that you should check out when you have time. We talked about the misperception that locum doctors are "uninvested" or "can't play well with others."
I firmly believe travel medicine is a valuable way for younger physicians to "try before you buy" a permanent position, and allows an opportunity to expand your clinical skills across different hospital systems.
We also chatted about logistics of credentialing and my favorite topic- Contract Negotiating! I created Drjacobshealth.com to help other clinicians navigate the locum tenens path, sharing what I wished I had known when I started.
Check out my course for essential topics including:
How to find locum jobs (e.g., NEJM)
Setting up an LLC
Securing health and malpractice insurance
Evaluating agencies and finding a good agent
Pitching oneself for direct contracts
Thanks for reading!
Dr. Jacobs
