Locum Tenens Contract: Things You Must Consider for a Locum Tenens Position
Things You Must Consider for a Locum Tenens Contract: - Review contract - Make sure contract clearly addresses payment terms, coverage of expenses, appropriate lodging, and malpractice insurance - “Out clause” should be offered - Give MD time to accomplish personal goals - Negotiate changes to the contract that the company offers you - Do not make a long-term commitment until the compatibility index has been tested practically (do short 1-2 week assignments initially if possible) - Adding to the contract a simple provision that requires the practice to pay you weekly - Tell the locums company that it or the practice must purchase the tickets, and request ...
Locum Tenens vs Permanent
Now, that you have either finished residency or are ready for a change...which position will be better for you? A locum tenens job or a permanent position? I will randomly list some pros and cons of each. Locum Tenens *let's you explore different types of practices before you settle on one job *allows you to travel *not committed to one contract *travel and lodging provided *no benefits (health insurance, retirement, etc) *will need to pay tax quarterly and up to over 40% and this will not be taken out automatically *no security/stability if you plan to settle down *great salary PERMANENT POSITION *secure/stable with long contracts *will not allow for travel to different ...
Locum Tenens Salary
Locum Tenens Salary SPECIALTY INCOME (per 8-hour day) CRNA $720 to $880 Family Practice $400 to $450 Internal Medicine $400 to $450 Pediatrics $400 to $430 OB/GYN $600 to $800 Hospitalist $520 to $760 General Surgeon $650 to $750 Orthopedic Surgeon $800 to $900 Neurosurgeon $1,300 to $1,400 Anesthesiologist $1,000 to $1,500 Psychiatrist $500 to $600 Radiologist $1,200 to $1,500 Cardiologist $600 to $750 --From LocumTenens.com Hope this post helped you get an idea of a locum tenens' salary. Don’t forget to comment below and tell your friends (email or social media) about the blog/post if you found it helpful. ***Email me at md17careers@gmail.com so I can get you in touch with some of the TOP recruiters in the industry*** Make ...
