Episode 4: Locum Tenens

Bio on Olivia D'Angelo Reed -

Olivia is an influential thought leader with more than a decade of recruiting and staffing expertise across multiple industries. During college, Olivia cohosted a morning radio show and fell in love with storytelling and interviewing guests. Since joining the healthcare industry, she has been in awe of the humble heroes who surround her and jumped at the opportunity to help Ted cohost a show highlighting these individuals and their organizations.

Bio on Heroes of Healthcare -

This podcast is dedicated to highlighting bold, selfless professionals in the healthcare industry who are focusing on transforming lives in their communities.

Permanent and Locum Tenens options –
Can you explain what the difference between a Permanent and Locum Tenens position.
What’s the difference in an employee and an independent contractor?
Agency vs. running solo – risks and rewards.
What services does the agency perform and what can be done by the physician (travel, billing/AR, insurance coverage, etc.)
Can I stay if they offer a permanent job to me on a locum’s assignment?
What should the physician look for in an agency? (Length of time in business, insurance risk for newer agencies, travel staff on call, online (Atlas))
Are there any Red Flags when considering an agency to partner with?