Meeting the needs of today’s workforce remains a challenge for employers in every field. In today’s recovering economy, employers and employees continually review their economic and personal requirements both at the workplace and at home. According to About.com’s “Top 10 Most Wanted Employee Benefits,” the number one employee desire is Health Care and Personal Welfare. Other items in the list include flexible schedules, career development, business travel perks and compensation bonuses. As a way to meet employees’ needs, many employers hire locum tenens.

In Latin, Locum tenens means a temporary substitute. At FCS, it means meeting the needs of employers and employees through flexible and stable work opportunities. Locum tenens employees fill vacancies at hospitals and other healthcare facilities in a variety of shifts and time periods. Employers may use locum tenens employees for several reasons: filling vacancies or staffing shortages, addressing unanticipated medical emergencies, trying a new position to check its necessity/viability or keeping a position open until long-term funding becomes available. Hiring locum tenens gives employers flexibility in their scheduling, more planning options and the ability to offer very competitive wages.

Working locum tenens provides a flexible schedule that gives you control not only over hours, but also the ability to gain experience in a variety of clinical settings. If you are a new graduate, this is a chance to experience a broad range of specialties in your field. If you take a position and decide it is not for you, it is much easier to terminate your role in a locum tenens position. Some employers will hire successful locum tenens into permanent positions. If you like to travel, pick a location across the country that will provide new experiences in work and location. If you simply want to increase your income or need work in between jobs, locum tenens may be right for you.

For an established psychiatric provider, locum tenens positions offer not only extra monetary opportunities, but also a transitional opportunity. If you are ready to retire, but want to maintain a part-time schedule, locum tenens can create a balance to meet your needs. As with new graduates, travel may be in your plan. Locum tenens can place you in a new location where you would like to visit or stay for a particular season.

FCS has over 25 years experience in Psychiatric Recruitment. Employers and employees are encouraged to visit our website for job opportunities, CV submission, recruitment assistance, and more.

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By Melissa Baysinger