Hayes Locums Blog

Working as a locums ENT can be particularly rewarding because you’re helping meet a need for hospitals and patients that might otherwise go unfilled.  In her decade of being an ENT, Dr. Gia Marotta never thought she’d do anything but full-time work. But when she tried locums and found out how rewarding it can be, […]

Taking a chance on locum tenens neurology may feel intimidating, which is why our team at Hayes Locums is here to guide you. We sat down with a senior consultant, Tim Moses from the neurology team, to address some of the most frequently asked questions from neurologists interested in exploring locum tenens opportunities. How do […]

While physicians still make up the majority of healthcare recruitment searches, more and more facilities are turning toward nurse practitioners to meet their needs. As the physician shortage continues to grow, facilities are increasingly depending on these versatile professionals to fill the gap and ensure continuity of quality patient care. In fact, according to the […]

In 2023, physician salary trends were on the rise; medical doctor salaries grew by about 3% last year. Yet even with those pay raises, many physicians still feel underpaid relative to how much they’re putting into their jobs. Here are the highlights from the 2024 physician compensation report, and what that means for locums physicians: […]

Healthcare risk management is a critical component in the healthcare industry because it keeps the safety of patients and the smooth operation of facilities at the core of it all.  As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, effective risk management and its practices will remain a critical part of quality care. Having Health Risk Professionals […]

The average debt for medical students now exceeds $200,000; when including undergraduate loans, the average student loan debt for doctors is $250,995. Here’s how locum tenens can help you maximize your income to get out of debt faster. Balancing medical student loan repayment with your other financial priorities can be a struggle—especially now that the […]

The oncology landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years, partly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The patient backlogs that resulted from the pandemic have had an enormous impact on cancer care. When elective procedures were put on hold during the initial stages of the pandemic, many patients either stopped getting checked for […]

As integral members of the healthcare system, physician assistants (PAs) play a vital role in patient care.  However, navigating the maze of state licensure requirements can post a significant challenge, particularly for those practicing across multiple states. Enter the Physician Assistant Licensure Company—a groundbreaking initiative aimed at simplifying the licensure process and improving access to […]

Just graduated from a residency or fellowship program? Locum tenens offers so many opportunities for early-career physicians, from facilitating professional growth, to giving you flexibility. The literal meaning of locum tenens is to hold the place for, and that’s exactly what a locum tenens does: locum providers fill gaps in care on a temporary basis […]

Good tax planning is crucial for locum tenens providers. But as anyone who has ever juggled multiple 1099 forms can tell you: it can be complicated. From understanding tax obligations to maximizing deductions and managing 1099 tax preparation, we’ve compiled tips and strategies to help locum tenens providers understand compliance with tax laws, navigate the […]