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What's the best reason to become a locum tenens doctor? Talk to a group of locum tenens doctors and you're likely to get a different answer from everyone. So rather than a single answer, here are five:
Flexibility
A recent study by global research specialists EY reports that lack of workplace flexibility is one of the greatest threats to work-life balance. You know what you can have as a locum tenens doctor? That's right. Flexibility!
People
Adding new people to the tapestry of your life can create a constant stream of inspiration and surprise, and the joy of shared experience. In the words of Betsy Talbot at MarriedWithLuggage.com, when she started expanding her social network, "every single one of those connections played a small part in creating the life I have today." Meeting new people is awesome.
Income
Money isn't always the most comfortable topic to discuss, but it's a definitional component of earning a living. One advantage locums have over other practitioners is a high degree of freedom from the overhead costs associated with traditional practice.
Health
As doctors, you know a thing or two about health. However, if we're to believe our friends in finance, travel is a key component of health, happiness and a long life. U.S. News & World Report's Money Blog lists increased physical activity, educational opportunities and reduced stress levels as health benefits for travelers.
Adventure
You can't type "travel" into a search engine without being bombarded with lists of the most exciting, interesting, challenging, inspiring, and a lot of other words that end with "-ing," places to visit. There's a big, bright world out there, and locum tenens doctors get to see a lot of it!