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On the face of it international locum tenens can seem like a complicated career move but it’s really not. That’s easy for us to say, right? It does take time but once you understand where you can practice as well as the basics like qualifications and how medical practices may differ internationally then the rest kind of falls into place thanks to our locum tenens experts.
Simply put, we help you every step of the way so there’s no confusion. What we’ve outlined below are some common questions asked by doctors when they’re considering an international locum tenens opportunity.
Where do you place locum tenens doctors?
Currently we have openings in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the U.S. Caribbean and the Pacific Islands. Depending on the location these opportunities may be available only to select specialties. Though we do get new assignments frequently so if you don’t see an opportunity in your specialty today feel free to sign up for our job notifications to stay updated.
What is it like to practice in Australia or New Zealand?
In Australia and New Zealand patient care is paramount. The business and financial aspects of medicine tend to take a back seat (though these aspects are still important).
Keep in mind some prescriptions do differ in name. Doctors who have worked in either country have remarked that it doesn’t take long to learn these different names.
One last thing to note is that you will see cultural differences within medical practices. Doctors are often called by their first names by both patients and the medical staff. Also, allied health care providers typically consider doctors to be their peers. Nevertheless physicians are still highly respected.
Do I qualify to practice medicine overseas?
The straightforward answer is if you’re a doctor with training and experience from a developed country and are in good standing then you will most likely qualify. But let’s dive deeper. You must be board certified or a Fellow of your respective specialty college. If you’re a Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine doctor then you are not required to be a Fellow of your respective college.
The best approach to see if you qualify is to submit your CV along with our application. That way we can not only see if you qualify but we can also start discussing potential locum tenens opportunities with you. Lastly, don’t forget to supply us with notarized copies of your medical diplomas and training certificates as well as a certificate of good standing from the body with which you are registered to practice medicine.
Do you want to see more FAQs and learn more from our international experts? Visit our FAQs page to find out more.