The meaning of locum tenens is to “hold a place”. It does not matter what state or location that place is, as a locum physician, physician assistant or nurse practitioner, you will need a license to practice in whatever state you choose to work. Some states are easier to become licensed in than others, but that should not impact your decision on where you wish to search out work. At Locum Tenens USA, we have many opportunities nationwide, so we strive to assist our personnel in obtaining the licensure they will require in order to pursue the jobs and locations they are most interested in.
All state licensing processes involve verification of credentialing, malpractice insurance documentation and controlled substance registration. After the State Medical Boards have received this information, it still takes time to process it. In order to protect the public from unprofessional, improper, unlawful or incompetent practice of medicine, each of the states and territories of the United States has formally adopted a Medical Practice Act, which defines the requirements for the practice of medicine within their borders and gives authority to a medical board to enforce the act’s provisions.
The Federation of State Medical Boards recognize the Medical Practice Acts regulatory guidelines used for each state to protect patients from poor medical practices and care. Each state’s regulations are a bit different and there are some states can take up to six months or more to authorize licensing after receiving all of the necessary documentation. This means a lot of follow up may be necessary. Our professional licensing consultants are experienced in outlining the process and eliminating the common problems associated with state licensing, making the process faster and more convenient.
Although the excitement of traveling and experiencing healthcare in different settings is inviting, the thought of traversing the process of state licensing can be overwhelming, as physician scope of practice laws differ from state to state. You became a licensed health care provider to help patients and communities have their healthcare needs met, and Locum Tenens USA wants to help you take that step to pursue your goal without the hassles of all of the paperwork involved. So choose your location and let us assist you in pursuing the job of your dreams!