Hayes Locums Blog

The physician shortage continues to pose significant challenges in the healthcare space, particularly in rural areas. Locum physicians have the ability to make a difference, not just by filling a staffing gap—but by transforming patient care in communities that need it most. When locum tenens providers arrive in underserved rural communities, patients who have been […]

Hayes Locums is pleased to announce the promotion of two key executive leaders who have been instrumental in shaping where we are today. These promotions reflect both their individual achievements and the company’s continued commitment to operational excellence and strategic innovation.  Congratulations to David Richardson for His Promotion to Chief Operating Officer Since joining Hayes […]

National Nurse Practitioner Week celebrates the remarkable professionals who are shaping healthcare delivery across the country. Locum tenens is one area where NPs have distinguished themselves as highly skilled professionals, bridging the gap created by the ongoing physician shortages. As demand for nurse practitioners (NPs) increases, locums has become a great option for NPs, offering […]

When facilities face urgent coverage gaps, every minute counts—the last thing they need is a credentialing delay. Hayes Locums medical services professionals work tirelessly behind the scenes to deliver fast and reliable services to our partners, to eliminate delays without cutting corners on quality. How do Hayes Locums Medical Services Professionals Navigate Urgent Staffing Needs?  […]

When your hospital has an urgent coverage need, we know a recruiter’s job is to find the right physician—and to find them quickly. Our job is to make that critical staffing process seamless and efficient. That’s why we built LocumScope. LocumScope is a free, centralized transparency tool built exclusively for Hayes Locums clients—designed to give […]

Physicians at any career stage can use locum tenens to reclaim control over their practice environment and find more flexibility. Gastroenterologist Dr. Mark Kocab is a great example: after spending 25 years in a thriving practice, he transitioned to locum tenens after his practice shifted to a private equity ownership model. Through locum tenens work, […]

The anesthesia workforce shortage has reached pressing levels. Anesthesia providers are in high demand, particularly in rural areas, where the shortage leads to increased wait times for patients and increased burnout for providers left to cover the gap. Locum tenens creates opportunities for anesthesia providers to provide essential care in underserved areas—while finding more autonomy […]

An increasing number of PAs are choosing to work as locum tenens because it offers greater flexibility, improved work-life balance, and competitive compensation. As more states expand the scope of practice for PAs, locums continues to create new opportunities for clinical autonomy and professional growth.  How can PAs gain more autonomy through locum tenens? Locum […]

More and more healthcare facilities are discovering the benefits of integrating advanced practice providers (APPs) into their care teams—especially when it comes to bridging gaps in care caused by the physician shortage. This strategic staffing solution creates meaningful opportunities for APPs, while broadening the scope of quality coverage for facilities. How can APPs benefit facilities? […]

Locums doesn’t have to be a full-time commitment. Physicians can use part-time locums to expand their clinical experience beyond the scope of their full-time practice.  Dr. Mary Arbuthnot, who balances locums with her full-time career as a military pediatric surgeon, is a shining example. Her thoughtful approach to locums shows how providers can use locum […]