by Rob Berton | May 2, 2017 | Blog |
Working as a locum tenens professional provides many valuable experiences in different environments and locations. Keeping certain airline travel tips in mind can ease travel burdens for locum tenens.
Airline Travel Tips for Locum Tenens
Being a locum tenens professional means you’ll have many opportunities at various hospitals and medical facilities across the country and maybe even around the world. While traveling is often part of the experience of filling temporary vacancies, it can also present some unique challenges and potential problems. Be as prepared as possible for necessary airline travel by heeding these airline travel tips for locum tenens.
Take Advantage of Frequent Flyer Miles
Since you’ll likely need to travel by airplane on a frequent basis as a locum tenens professional, look into frequent flyer programs offered by the airlines that you regularly use. Some hospitals may pay for travel expenses or reimburse you for any out-of-pocket, travel-related expenses. Even so, you may still be able to accumulate miles that you can use for your other travel needs.
Pack Lightly for Short-term Assignments
Avoid hassles with luggage or the possibility of having to deal with lost bags by traveling as lightly as possible. Plan what you’ll need to wear ahead of time based on the climate and what’s accessible where you’ll be working. Most temporary physicians or health care workers prefer to keep clothing colors neutral, such as basic black, beige and white.
Get to the Airport Early
Attempt to get to the airport early to avoid unexpected delays with the screening and boarding process. Check on traffic conditions and plan other routes if possible because missing one flight could set off a domino effect and result in missing connecting flights. Also, keep the 3-1-1 rule for liquids in mind to avoid issues with TSA screening.
If you find yourself experiencing some unexpected travel delays as you fly from one assignment to another, keep your recruiting agent informed. Most hospitals and medical facilities will understand if there are unavoidable issues such as flight delays because of bad weather. However, if there’s an urgency to have an extra helping hand, they may be able to make alternate travel plans to get you there.
References:
[1] http://lifehacker.com/a-beginners-guide-to-airline-miles-1592887319
[2] http://blog.tortugabackpacks.com/packing-light-tips/
[3] https://www.tsa.gov/travel/frequently-asked-questions/what-3-1-1-liquids-rule
[4] https://www.staffcare.com/4-travel-tips-for-next-locum-tenens-assignment/
by Rob Berton | Feb 16, 2017 | General Practice, Jobs, Pediatrics, Physicians |
Our client in North Carolina is seeking Pediatric coverage for the hospital. Physician will need to come in before schedule for orientation.
Call Coverage Needed:
May 2nd (7:00pm) – May 7th (7:00pm)
May 31st (7:00pm) – June 4th (7:00pm)
June 17th (7:00pm) – June 18th (7:00pm)
September 1st (7:00pm) – September 3rd (7:00pm)
November 17th (7:00pm) – November 19th (7:00pm)
December 24th (7:00pm) – December 25th (7:00pm)
Details:
Will accept BC Applicants
12 hr call, must be able to answer call within 30 minutes
Nursery & Peds 1-2 hours per day
Back-up for deliveries 1 every 3-4 months
Volume: 5-10 Peds patients per month
35 deliveries per month
BLS, PALS/APLS certified
For more information, Please forward your CV and a convenient time to talk.
Eric D. Gruen, DPM
678-549-3201 P
815-550-9967 F
Eric@LocumTenensUSA.com
http://www.LocumTenensUSA.com
by Rob Berton | Feb 16, 2017 | General Practice, Jobs, Orthopedic Surgeon, Physicians |
Our client in North Carolina is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to help provide coverage for their team.
Coverage needed: (No Office Hours, Only Call & Hospital Coverage as Needed)
May 26th – 29th (7:00am Friday – 7:00am Tuesday)
September 1st – 4th (7:00am Friday – 7:00am Tuesday)
Details:
Both Inpatient & Outpatient
LT must be must be able to answer call within 30 minutes
Nights, & Weekends
Average Total Inpatient Census: 2
Average # of patients/day//provider: 1
Average # of admissions/day: 0.5
Average # of admissions/night: 0.5
# Of Surgical Cases per month: 20
No ICU/Critical Care Procedures
Do Not Run Codes
Procedures include: hip fractures, pediatric & adult fractures and infections of the extremities
For more information, please forward your CV and a convenient time to discuss it in more detail.
Eric D. Gruen, DPM
678-549-3201 P
815-550-9967 F
Eric@LocumTenensUSA.com
http://www.LocumTenensUSA.com
by Rob Berton | Feb 16, 2017 | General Practice, Jobs, Ob/Gyn, Physicians |
Seeking a Board Certified OB/GYN to help provide coverage for their team. Need as soon as we get credentialed. New providers will need to come in the day before scheduled call for orientation.
Coverage needed immediately: (will accept if provider can only do call coverage)
April 25th (Office Coverage/8:30am – 4:30pm)
April 26th – 27th (Office Coverage/8:30am – 4:30pm) (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
May 3rd – 4th (Office Coverage/8:30am – 4:30pm)
May 3rd – 5th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
May 12th – 15th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
June 3rd – June 5th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
June 9th – June 12th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
June 16th – June 19th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
June 23rd – June 26th (Call Coverage/8:00am – 8:00am)
Job Details:
Both Inpatient & Outpatient
Call, Nights, & Weekends
Onsite OBGYN available as back-up during the day
Average Total Inpatient Census: 2
Average # of admissions/day: 2
No ICU/Critical Care Duties
LT does not respond to codes
Procedures: OB deliveries
NRP required
24/7 pediatric hospitalist available
For more information, please forward your CV and a convenient time to discuss it in more detail.
Eric D. Gruen, DPM
678-549-3201 P
815-550-9967 F
Eric@LocumTenensUSA.com
http://www.LocumTenensUSA.com
by Rob Berton | Feb 16, 2017 | Gastroenterology, General Practice, Jobs, Physicians |
Our client in eastern NC is seeking an ERCP focused Board Certified Gastroenterologist to help provide coverage.
Coverage needed: Starting ASAP – ongoing (February & March Needs)
Details:
Schedule Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Alternating Nights & Weekends
Call Varies
LT not required to remain on site while on call
Avg. Volume daily: Outpatient 15% Inpatient 85%
Avg. # of patients/day/provider: 20
No Critical Care ICU Duties
No Codes
Not required to serve back-up in ER
BLS & ACLS
Opportunity to work with current gastroenterology fellows
Procedures Required: ERCP, EMR, EGD and Colonoscopy
For more information, please forward your CV and a convenient time to discuss it in more detail.
Eric D. Gruen, DPM
678-549-3201 P
815-550-9967 F
Eric@LocumTenensUSA.com
http://www.LocumTenensUSA.com
