The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 131 million people visit an emergency room each year, which averages out to 41 out of every 100 people in the US. So, there’s a strong chance that you or someone you know has visited an emergency room within the
While Covelo Direct is best known for placing locum tenens doctors, nurse practitioners, and advanced practitioners in hospitals, we also have a growing list of partnerships with contract research organizations. Commonly referred to as CROs, these organizations are hired by pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies to offer research management
According to data published in June 2020 by the Association of American Medical Colleges, the U.S. could see a shortage of up to 139,000 physicians, including shortfalls in both primary and specialty care, by 2033. Since this report was released, many factors have further contributed to this shortage, including the
As a hiring professional in the healthcare industry, there will always be multiple locum tenens agencies vying for your business. There are so many things to consider when choosing a locum tenens staffing partner, so it may seem like a tall order to make a selection. In a crowded locum
A managed service provider, most commonly referred to as an MSP, hires multiple staffing agencies in various professional industries to fill clients’ needs. The staffing industry buzzword for this vendor-blind approach to recruiting is “rightsourcing.” The MSP serves as a broker of sorts, capable of connecting clients with candidates from
Healthcare in the U.S. has gone through some major shifts since early 2020, with physician shortages making locum tenens more vital than ever to the healthcare industry. As we welcome 2023, here are a few important locum tenens trends our Covelo Direct senior recruiters have identified: Demand for behavioral health
Most physicians are drawn to the medical profession because they want to care for patients and help improve health outcomes. But should doctors be expected to sacrifice their own quality of life in the process of serving their community? Working extreme amounts of overtime, having little say in their work
If you’re a physician or nurse practitioner who has recently decided that locum tenens is a good fit for you, congratulations! You’re on the road to a lucrative and satisfying career path. There’s no question that locum tenens offers amazing career opportunities, along with flexibility that allows for genuine work/life
Are you new to locum tenens? We’re glad you’re here! Below is a list of answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who are considering working with Covelo Direct. What does locum tenens mean? Locum tenens is a Latin
Covelo Direct specializes in placing physicians, physician assistants and advanced practitioners in contract positions with top healthcare systems and private practices across the U.S. These temporary positions for medical practitioners are referred to as locum tenens, a Latin term that means “to hold the place of.” True to its translation,
