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Why should you work with a staffing agency to find physician job opportunities?
Finding a job as a physician has never been easy, but working with a staffing agency like us makes it a whole lot easier.
We’ll pair you up with a dedicated career consultant who knows your specialty inside and out, and they’ll guide you through every step of the process. They’ll even do the legwork for you — all while keeping your preferences and goals in mind.
In addition to digging through every physician job description to find what you’re looking for, your consultant is familiar with all the market trends and nuances you’ll need to find the best career opportunity. Our consultants stress about all the details that matter to you — so you don’t have to.
What types of physician jobs does CompHealth have?
No matter what type of career opportunity you’re looking for, we can find it. We have job openings close to home and across the country, and some way outside the country. Here’s a few different career paths we can use to meet your goals:
Long-term staff positions
Full-time or part-time temporary locum tenens assignments
Telehealth and virtual care opportunities
International locum tenens jobs
Medical mission trips
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How does CompHealth match physicians with job opportunities?
Before anything else, our representatives get to know you and your preferences — where you want to work, what type of facility you like, whether you like day or night shifts, and what your salary needs are. They will even ask about your family needs, what you like to do in your free time, and what type of workplace culture you’re looking for — all to better match you with the right opportunity.
What’s more, all of CompHealth’s representatives are specialists in their specialty, which is a tongue-twister way of saying they understand the nuances of your specialty and can help you navigate the ins and outs of your specific market.
What support does CompHealth provide during the physician job search process?
Our primary goal is to make the job search easy for you, and we’ll take as much off your plate as possible. Once your representative knows what you’re looking for, they’ll identify potential matches. If you’re interested in any of them, they’ll contact the facility, submit your candidacy, and set up interviews. They’ll even help coach you with interview tips if you’d like.
Once a facility makes an offer, your representative will help you negotiate your contract, get a state license if needed, and help complete credentialing paperwork. That’s right, less headache-inducing logistics for you.
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What are the benefits of working with a physician staffing agency?
We’ll do all of the legwork on your search, freeing you to focus on what matters most to you — like anything other than the legwork of finding a new job.
We have relationships with healthcare facilities nationwide, and sometimes, we even know about openings before they’re posted. Our representatives are also knowledgeable about market trends and rates, ensuring you have an experienced advocate willing to negotiate your contract on your behalf for the salary you deserve.
What does it cost?
Physicians can use our services at no cost. That’s right, you’ll get a dedicated rep advocating for you and access to all the best jobs without paying a penny. So how do we keep our lights on? Facilities are happy to compensate us for finding top healthcare talent to help fill their gaps.
4 tips for finding the right physician staffing agency:
Find a recruiter you like.
You’ll be communicating with this person a lot, so you want someone who understands your needs and goals.Browse their current job listings.
Are there opportunities in locations where you want to work? Every agency has its niche, be it a specific region or specialty.Ask about licensing.
What kind of assistance is available? You don’t want to have to navigate this part of the process alone.Research the agency.
Talk to a physician or two and get the skinny on their experience. Read online reviews. Try another agency if you’re not getting what you want or if something feels off.
Allow us to put our money where our mouth is: Search CompHealth’s physician job board
A few more benefits of working with CompHealth to find a physician job.
From across the country to your backyard, we’ll leverage our vast network of thousands of opportunities to find the one that’s right for you. Being in the industry for over 45 years has given us a chance to build relationships with more facilities than we can count, and we’ll use those connections to provide you with an insider’s edge to get ahead of the competition.
Just a few perks of working with us:
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Our services are no cost to you
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Help negotiating the best salary and contract possible
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Help with interview and CV preparation
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Access to our nationwide network of relationships
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Specialized teams assist with licensing, credentialing, and more
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Access to highly desirable jobs, some that never get posted
10 reasons to use CompHealth to find a healthcare job:
It’s free. Providers aren’t charged any fees for the service.
It’s customized. Your recruiter will only send you jobs that will be a good fit for you.
We have relationships with hospitals and private practices across the country and often know about jobs before they’re advertised.
You’ll receive coaching to help you highlight your strengths during the interview process.
We can assist you with contract negotiation, including your pay, benefits, and incentives.
You have access to a team that will help you with licensing and credentialing processes after you are hired.
Our recruiters are specialists; they understand your specialty and its nuances.
We have national insights into facilities and market trends, and we share this knowledge with you.
Our recruiters are partners in your search. They save you time by only presenting the best options.
We’re an industry leader in healthcare staffing, and our only goal is finding the right job for you.
Don’t take our word for it. Here’s what physicians are saying about working with us:
I appreciated being able to go to one person who understood what I was looking for and what I wanted for my career. I didn’t have to look up the different hospitals or who to contact. It made the process a lot more efficient in terms of figuring out what I want.
My recruiter was wonderful to work with, just a joy, and really helpful with all aspects of finding a job and helping decide the different options and strengths of each opportunity.
We have the right career opportunity for you — no matter what you’re looking for.
Physician careers aren’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why we provide support for all career options. We offer staff placements, temporary positions (like locum tenens), telemedicine physician jobs, remote physician jobs, VA physician jobs, international jobs, and even medical missions. No matter what you’re after, we’ll find the best way to make it work.
Did we mention we offer temporary or locum tenens work too?
Whether you want to work locums full time, on the side, while looking for a traditional full-time job, or to transition into retirement, we have unparalleled access to locum tenens physician jobs and assignment types. We make it a point to look at every career from multiple angles to find the best opportunity for you and your goals.
What’s included with every assignment:
Complimentary private housing, travel, and transportation for the duration of your assignment
App and mobile-friendly portal to keep you up to date on all the assignment details you need
Licensing fees covered (when needed) and comprehensive malpractice coverage
Weekly direct deposits
What locums docs are saying about CompHealth.
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“They handle negotiations and placement with speed and professionalism. They anticipate what will be needed and are very proactive.”
Dr. Maximilian Jameson-Lee,
(Medical Oncology/Hematology)
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“Excellent relationship… Goes overboard in looking for assignments to my liking, and they are very prompt with all aspects of the work.”
Dr. Sarah Gatumu ,
(Psychiatry)
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“I have enjoyed my assignments, which have enhanced my work satisfaction greatly and, in some cases, felt like a vacation.”
Dr. Rod Hojat ,
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Locum tenens frequently asked questions:
What is locum tenens, anyway?
Locum tenens is when physicians temporarily fill in at a hospital, clinic, or practice when coverage is needed. A locum assignment could be as short as a day or as long as a year — some are full time, while others might be just a few weeks per month, weekends only, or on a recurring basis.
In some cases, a locum physician is filling in for a staff physician who’s taking a vacation or is on leave. In other cases, the physician is filling an ongoing need — either because the facility is in the process of trying to fill an opening or doesn’t have the resources to hire a full-time physician permanently.
What do locum tenens physicians do?
Locum physicians practice medicine in the same way other physicians do. They see patients, perform procedures, and provide ongoing and follow-up care, just like they would anywhere else. But unlike anywhere else, there are many things locums don’t have to do — like attend staff meetings, sit on committees and task forces, or do administrative tasks for private practice. By acting in a temporary capacity, they’re able to focus almost exclusively on patient care.
At the same time, locum tenens physicians are also helping to relieve the physician shortage, improve patient care, strengthen medically underserved areas, and provide support during catastrophic events.
Why do physicians choose locum tenens?
Physicians work locum tenens for a variety of reasons:
Supplement their income to pay off debt or save for retirement
Increase schedule flexibility
Improve their work/life balance
Try out different practice settings or locations before settling down
Slow down the pace before retirement or practice in retirement
Make time to go on medical missions or do volunteer work
How does pay work with locum tenens?
Most locum tenens physicians are paid on an hourly basis, with rates that are often higher than those in a staff position. That’s right, locum tenens usually make more. When working with a locum tenens agency, pay is typically directly deposited weekly into your account.
Rates are determined through various factors, including demand for the specialty, location, type of facility, required skill set, patient load, and type of shifts (day, night, holiday, or on-call). If you work with an agency, your consultant will help negotiate your pay rate.
Below are the current average pay rates for several in-demand specialties. Keep in mind that when working with an agency, you’ll also receive housing, transportation, malpractice coverage, and assistance with paperwork.
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The referenced pay ranges come from Locumstory. Use the trends tool to determine your specialty's average pay ranges.
Current average hourly locums pay rates for some top specialties:
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Family medicine: $90 — $130/hr
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Hospitalist: $150 — $190/hr
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General surgery: $1400 — $1800/day
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Emergency medicine: $125 — $300/hr
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OB/GYN: $150 — $200/hr
Psychiatry: $180 — $210/hr
How do I get started working locum tenens?
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It starts with a phone call. Or with submitting your information in the form on this page. From there, we'll take the time to get to know you and what you're looking for in an assignment.
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Your recruiter will share locums assignments with you that match what you’re looking for. You'll have the ability to review and consider each one. You choose the one that's just right for you.
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Your recruiter will walk you through filling out our online application. They'll also assist you with gathering any required supporting documents.
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Our credentialing team will assist with compiling your credentials, privileges, and obtaining a state license if necessary. Don't worry, we do this every day and will make it easier than you ever thought possible.
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We don't just stop at helping you get the job; we take it a step further by arranging all your transportation, rental cars, accommodations, and even provide recommendations for that city. All at no cost to you.
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For additional peace of mind, we cover your malpractice insurance while you're on assignment, at no cost to you.
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Now you're ready to start your locum tenens assignment. We'll be there from start to finish to help with any questions, concerns, or issues that may arise.
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You can work as many locum tenens jobs a year as you want. Locum tenens works with your schedule and according to your goals. And rest assured, you'll have the same level of support for every locums job you work.
Get control of your career: Why you should consider locum tenens
What sets CompHealth apart from the pack.
Our secret recipe isn’t all that secret. We can deliver like no one else because we have dozens of in-house specialized teams who are laser-focused on their fields. That means we have entire teams dedicated solely to credentialing, licensing, travel, and privileging — to name a few. With access to these tenured teams, your consultant has the support they need to focus and deliver on all the details that matter to you, big and small.
Here are just a few specialties we need right now:
CompHealth is a member of NALTO and Joint Commission-certified.
The National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations, or NALTO, is the only professional association of temporary physician staffing firms and is committed to a code of ethics and maintaining the highest industry standards.
The Joint Commission, the largest U.S. standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare, advocates for quality improvement and patient safety. Our certification demonstrates our commitment to delivering its staffing services to the highest standard.
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