22 Mar 2024
26m

Ep. 31: Always looking forward to the next adventure and constantly growing as a full-time locums physician with Dr. Genevieve Jacobs, The Locum Lady

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The Locumstory Podcast | Locum Tenens Insights from Real-Life Physicians, PAs, NPs & CRNAs

Dr. Genevieve Jacobs, a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician, shares her experiences working locum tenens since 2020. Driven by a love for travel and adventure, she discusses how locum tenens has allowed her to explore different parts of the United States while practicing medicine. Dr. Jacobs addresses the outdated perceptions of locum physicians, emphasizing the increasing number of doctors seeking diverse experiences and flexibility. She highlights the professional growth and business insights gained from working in various facilities, noting that each assignment is a potential long-term opportunity evaluated based on personal and professional criteria. Dr. Jacobs also shares tips for choosing assignments, balancing travel with home life, and ensuring continuity of patient care.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction, Motivation

Part 2: Logistics, Process, Lifestyle

Part 3: Challenges, Skills, Clinical Insights

Part 4: Advocacy, Future Outlook

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