Locum Tenens > Emergency Medicine
Frequently Asked Questions
What Every Locum Tenens Physician Should Know
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- Q: How does CompHealth support EM physicians?
- A: CompHealth has a team dedicated to the specialty of emergency medicine that locates opportunities for physicians and residents moving into practice. We currently have 140+ EM opportunities in over 43 states.
- Q: What services does CompHealth provide?
- A: CompHealth focuses on finding the right opportunity for you. Then, we make all travel and lodging arrangements for a smooth transition from assignment to assignment. We also obtain and pay for your license in each state you work a locum tenens/shift work assignment.
- Q: Is there different compensation for EM locum tenens/shift work assignments?
- A: Working locum tenens allows you to earn overhead-free income that is comparable or better than what you would make in many permanent positions.
- Q: Am I covered for medical malpractice?
- A: You receive comprehensive coverage for any claim of professional negligence resulting from an incident on a CompHealth assignment, regardless of when a claim is filed. Malpractice insurance is provided free of charge to you and is underwritten by a top-rated carrier, admitted in all 50 states.
- Q: What are the requirements for EM residents?
- A: With CompHealth, you are eligible for shift work in your last year of residency. If you are in a three-year program, you can work in your last six months of residency. If you are in a four-year program, you can work in your last 18 months of residency.
- Q: How do I begin?
- A: To talk with a recruiter immediately, call 866.860.5007. You can also fill out and submit the Contact Us form for a customized job search.
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