Lecture by Dr. Andrew Wilner – Episode 446

In today’s presentation from the Nonclinical Career Summit, Dr. Andrew Wilner explains how to make the Locum Life better than ever as you contemplate career options.

[fusebox_track_player url=”https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/physiciannonclinicalcareers/How_to_Make_the_Locum_Life_Better_Than_Ever.mp3″]

The locum life can leverage locum tenens to improve upon or replace your medical career. It can bring on or more of the following:
  • flexibility in hours worked or type of employer,
  • ability to experience different models of care,
  • better income,
  • avoidance of involvement in organizational politics,
  • a way to slow down prior to retirement,
  • and a way to create extended time off to pursue hobbies and other interests. 

Andrew’s lecture covers most of the important topics covered in detail in his book, The Locum Life, which is recognized as one of the best resources available for pursuing life as a locum tenens doctor.

Sponsor the Physician Nonclinical Careers Podcast

Did you know that you too can sponsor the Physician Nonclinical Careers Podcast? As a sponsor,  you will reach thousands of physicians to sell your products and services, or to build your following. Your message will be heard on the podcast, and seen on our website, and in our newsletter and social media posts.

It’s amazing how a direct invitation to thousands of physicians on this podcast can attract listeners eager to try out your products or services.

To learn more, go to jurica.buzzmybrandtoday.com/sponsorships or just set up a short call to learn more about sponsorships at jurica.buzzmybrandtoday.com/zoomcall

We’re booked with long-term sponsors but can offer a complimentary 2-week pilot for select partners we believe are a perfect fit for our physician audience. If that describes your business then set up a call at jurica.buzzmybrandtoday.com/zoomcall

Our Academy Sponsor

The Nonclinical Career Academy has been updated and improved. You can now access any single course, or a bundle of courses on topics such as getting started on your career journey, pursuing hospital management, or becoming a medical science liaison. And by using the Coupon Code 15PERCENTOFF at checkout you can get an even better deal. Go to nonclinicalcareeracademy.com to learn more.

But here is ultimate offer: purchase access to everything, forever (including future content) including the 19 best lectures from the Nonclinical Career Summits, and 2 hours of coaching time with me, by joining the MemberClub using the 15PERCENTOFF Coupon Code at checkout! That’s can also be found at nonclinicalcareeracademy.com. Just scroll done and click on the MemberClub image, then check it out and use the 15PERCENTOFF Coupon Code to sign up. After that look around, and email me at john.jurica.md@gmail.com to set up your coaching sessions.

Exploring the Locum Life

Writing has been a part of his life since high school. After medical school and internship, Andrew became an emergency room doctor while trying to decide the next steps for his career.

Using the flexibility that came with a locum tenens emergency medician job, Andrew continued to write. It not only allowed him to write books and continue his clinical work, but it helped him discover an interest in neurology. This led to his completing a neurology residency and an epilepsy fellowship at McGill University in Montreal.

During his long career, Andrew has held many locums positions over the years. And he leaned on locum tenens to enable him to pursue his love of writing and of scuba diving in many exotic locations around the world.

Make the Locum Life Better for Everyone Involved

In today’s 25 minute excerpt from his 50-minute Nonclinical Summit lecture and Q&A, he lists numerous attractions of locums work, breaking it down by the stage of life of the physician.

He also spends some time describing how to identify the best recruiters, the importance of being well-organized and disciplined, why you should do your best to meet the employer’s needs, and the tax considerations working as an independant contractor.

Summary

Today’s presention is engaging, thought-provoking, and instructive. It provides an introduction to the pros and cons of the “locum life,” and provides insights into how to make the locum life better than ever for you and your employer.

NOTE: Look below for a transcript of today’s episode.

Links for Today’s Episode:

Download This Episode:

Right Click Here and “Save As” to download this podcast episode to your computer.

If you enjoyed today’s episode, share it on Twitter and Facebook, and leave a review on iTunes.
[fusebox_transcript]
Disclaimers:

*Many of the links that I refer you to are affiliate links. That means that I receive a payment from the seller if you purchase the affiliate item using my link. Doing so has no effect on the price you are charged. And I only promote products and services that I believe are of high quality and will be useful to you.

The opinions expressed here are mine and my guest’s. While the information provided on the podcast is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, there is no express or implied guarantee that using the methods discussed here will lead to success in your career, life, or business.

The information presented on this blog and related podcast is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only. I do not provide medical, legal, tax, or emotional advice. If you take action on the information provided on the blog or podcast, it is at your own risk. Always consult an attorney, accountant, career counselor, or other professional before making any major decisions about your career.