Three Ways to Celebrate Your Locums During Locum Tenens Week!

It’s time to mark your calendars for the ninth annual National Locum Tenens Week, happening from August 11^th to the 15^th. Led by the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO), this week recognizes the lifesaving talents and contributions of America's 52,000 locum tenens providers.

As healthcare organizations continue to navigate widespread clinical staffing shortages, locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners have become an essential source of clinical stability. Their ability to integrate quickly and seamlessly into new care settings ensures patients receive access to high-quality care without disruption. By stepping in where they are needed most, locum tenens also alleviate increased workloads among permanent staff, helping reduce burnout. Additionally, many bring fresh clinical insights and specialized skills that help improve patient outcomes and boost operational efficiency in the healthcare facilities they serve.

As National Locum Tenens Week approaches, let's take this opportunity to celebrate and show our gratitude for dedicated locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners. To help you get started, we've come up with three simple ways you can make your locums feel appreciated throughout the week.

Three Ways to Show Your Appreciation During National Locum Tenens Week:

1. Hand Write Thank-You Cards: A handwritten note is a simple yet meaningful way to show your gratitude to the locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners on your team. In the days leading up to Locum Tenens Week, invite permanent staff to write thoughtful, personalized thank-you notes for the locum physicians and advanced practitioners who go above and beyond to support your facility.
2. Host a Catered Breakfast: Kick off Locum Tenens Week on a high note with a catered breakfast. Bringing everyone on your team together, including your permanent staff, provides an opportunity to connect and celebrate your locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners. During breakfast, encourage leadership and permanent staff to share stories that highlight the positive impact your locum team members have made at your facility and within your teams.
3. Make Locum Tenens Treat Bags: Show your appreciation with customized gift bags filled with each locum tenens physician or advanced practitioner's favorite snacks, candies, or a gift card to their favorite spot. Add a festive touch by decorating the bag with a "Happy Locum Tenens Week" message and include a personalized thank-you note.

At Medicus, we are proud to work with exceptional locum tenens physicians and advanced practitioners who are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities they serve. Join us in celebrating the positive impact locums have made at your facility by using the NALTO hashtag #LocumTenensWeek.

Together, we strive to elevate healthcare standards and create a brighter future for all. If you are in need of quality locum tenens staffing support, please complete the short form below.