Locum tenens means “to hold one’s place” in Latin. In dental staffing, the term refers to a dentist, hygienist or even dental assistant who temporarily works at a clinic in the place of another team member. The locum tenens dentist could work on a short- or long-term basis, providing...
Locum tenens healthcare providers generally earn slightly higher than their full-time employee counterparts. Even for one who is just getting started as a locum hospitalist, the pay is still above average. A person working in specialties with a shortage has the potential to earn more. You also...