--- title: VISTA Voice | The VISTA Staffing Blog | Locum Tenens Clinician (2) description: Locum Tenens Clinician | VISTA is a leading provider of locum tenens physician staffing, advanced practice providers, and permanent physician search services. For over 30 years, we've helped place physicians and advanced practitioners in nearly every medical specialty within hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, community-based practices, and government facilities. Let VISTA help you find your perfect work-life balance. (2) --- [![VISTA-logo-primary-tagline](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hs-fs/hubfs/VISTA-logo-primary-tagline.png?width=150&height=51&name=VISTA-logo-primary-tagline.png "VISTA-logo-primary-tagline")](https://www.vistastaff.com) # [VISTA Voice](https://blog.vistastaff.com) ## [Is Working Locum Tenens Right for Me?](https://blog.vistastaff.com/is-working-locum-tenens-right-for-me) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Jul 28, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-Is%20LT%20right%20for%20me_1280x720_featured%20image.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/is-working-locum-tenens-right-for-me) You love what you do for a job, but there are days when you wonder if you could be doing more. You're not necessarily looking for a career overhaul but wouldn't mind changing things up a bit. At this stage, a bit of travel would not be a bad thing. [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/is-working-locum-tenens-right-for-me) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Work](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-work) ## [How to Create an Eye-Catching CV](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-create-an-eye-catching-cv) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Jul 14, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-How%20to%20create%20an%20eye%20catching%20cv_1280x720.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-create-an-eye-catching-cv) If you're a clinician looking for your dream position at a healthcare system you can't wait to work for, you'll need to get noticed. So, how do you stand out among a sea of qualified applicants? One way is by creating a solid curriculum vitae (CV) about you and your experience. [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-create-an-eye-catching-cv) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Interview/Hiring Tips](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/interview-hiring-tips), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician) ## [6 Key Elements to Finding the Right Contingent Staffing Partner](https://blog.vistastaff.com/6-key-elements-to-finding-the-right-contingent-staffing-partner) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Jun 30, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-6key%20elements%20to%20look%20for%20in%20a%20contingent%20staffing%20partner_1280x720.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/6-key-elements-to-finding-the-right-contingent-staffing-partner) When searching for the perfect assignment, choosing the right contingent staffing partner is essential. To make the best-educated decision, it's critical to know what to look for in the agency. Here are our suggestions on the top things to look for in the staffing partner:  [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/6-key-elements-to-finding-the-right-contingent-staffing-partner) Topics: [Licensing & Credentialing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/licensing-credentialing), [Physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/physicians), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Work](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-work), [Recruiting](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/recruiting) ## [How to Overcome COVID Fatigue](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-overcome-covid-fatigue) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Jun 2, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-COVID-fatique_w_logo_1280x720%20copy.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-overcome-covid-fatigue) In [January 2020](https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cdcresponse/index.html), the CDC launched an agency-wide response to the COVID-19 virus. Since that time, over [32 million cases ](https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html)in the U.S. alone have resulted in well over half a million deaths to date. This has put tremendous strain on healthcare workers throughout the country.  [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/how-to-overcome-covid-fatigue) Topics: [Physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/physicians), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Government](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-government) ## [Celebrate National EMS Week With VISTA](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-ems-week-with-vista) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on May 19, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-National%20EMS%20week_w_logo_1280x720.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-ems-week-with-vista) National EMS Week happens this year on May 16-22, 2021. First authorized in 1974 by President Gerald Ford, the proclamation dedicating the week came on the heels of the EMS Systems Act, which provided funds to create more than 300 EMS systems around the country. It remains a time to express recognition and gratitude to Emergency Medicine (EM) practitioners and their vital work in our communities.   [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-ems-week-with-vista) Topics: [Physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/physicians), [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Government](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/government) ## [The Benefits of Working Locum Tenens During Summer](https://blog.vistastaff.com/the-benefits-of-working-locum-tenens-during-summer) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on May 5, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-Benefits%20of%20working%20LT%20during%20summer_1280x720.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/the-benefits-of-working-locum-tenens-during-summer) Professionals in many industries take advantage of their travel jobs by turning required work trips into mini-vacations. While they have to complete their work obligations during the day, they get to spend time exploring new places in their free time. It can be a fun way to gain new experiences and check out other cities if you consider relocation in the future. However, it can be challenging to get a good feel for a place when you are only there for a short time.  [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/the-benefits-of-working-locum-tenens-during-summer) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Government](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-government) ## [Clinicians Coping with Historic Mortality and Burnout](https://blog.vistastaff.com/clinicians-coping-with-historic-mortality-and-burnout) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Apr 21, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-Clinicians%20coping%20with%20Featured%20image_w_logo_1280x720.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/clinicians-coping-with-historic-mortality-and-burnout) As part of the global effort to combat COVID-19, clinicians are coping with historical mortality rates and extreme burnout levels. Long, intense work shifts compounded by the fear of contracting the virus or bringing it home to family members have left medical staffers exhausted. One year in, hospitals are still dealing with an illness that has no cure while now having to treat an influx of patients who had previously put off care because of the pandemic. [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/clinicians-coping-with-historic-mortality-and-burnout) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician) ## [What Clinicians Need to Know About Taxes as a Locum Tenens Professional](https://blog.vistastaff.com/what-clinicians-need-to-know-about-taxes-as-a-locum-tenens-professional) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Apr 7, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-Clinicians%20need%20to%20know%20about%20taxes%20as%20a%20LT_4000x1783.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/what-clinicians-need-to-know-about-taxes-as-a-locum-tenens-professional) With stimulus checks starting to hit bank accounts in March, it's easy to overlook the less exciting annual torture that is tax season at the IRS. At this writing, the IRS has extended the 2020 tax filing deadline, and taxes are due on May 17th. This is an excellent time to remind locum tenens professionals to keep a few things in mind.  [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/what-clinicians-need-to-know-about-taxes-as-a-locum-tenens-professional) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Government](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-government) ## [Celebrate National Physicians Week with VISTA](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-physicians-week-with-vista) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Mar 25, 2021 9:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/Physician%20week%204000x1783.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-physicians-week-with-vista) March 25 – 31 is National Physicians Week. This is a time to honor the men and women who have dedicated their lives to healing and the art of medicine. The theme for this year is "This is Our Shot." It is a reminder for doctors to unite, heal, lead, educate, and vaccinate. [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/celebrate-national-physicians-week-with-vista) Topics: [Physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/physicians), [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician) ## [Financial Planning Basics for Locum Tenens Physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/financial-planning-basics-for-locum-tenens-physicians) Posted by [VISTA Staffing](https://blog.vistastaff.com/author/vista-staffing) on Mar 19, 2021 11:31:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.vistastaff.com/hubfs/Blog_Images/VV-Financial%20Plannoing.jpg) ](https://blog.vistastaff.com/financial-planning-basics-for-locum-tenens-physicians) In 2019,[ 85% of healthcare provider groups](https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/clinical-care/locum-tenens-use-widespread-2019-survey-shows) used locum tenens physicians. With increased patient demand and the [American healthcare system](https://blog.vistastaff.com/workforce-optimization/how-technology-can-help-you-manage-the-physician-shortage) being short, almost 122,000 physicians by 2032, the need for [locum tenens physicians](https://blog.vistastaff.com/unsure-about-locum-tenens-three-misconceptions-debunked) is in high demand. This working arrangement offers many benefits, such as increased flexibility and more career options. [Read More**](https://blog.vistastaff.com/financial-planning-basics-for-locum-tenens-physicians) Topics: [Advanced Practice Providers](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/advanced-practice-providers), [Locum Tenens Clinician](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician), [Locum Tenens Work](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-work), [Locum Tenens Government](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-government) [Previous](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.vistastaff.com/all) [Next](https://blog.vistastaff.com/topic/locum-tenens-clinician/page/3)   **Want to read more? Click [here](https://blog.vistastaff.com/archive) for even more industry updates.** **Welcome to our Blog!** **About VISTA Staffing Solutions** VISTA Staffing Solutions has over thirty years of experience providing award-winning customer service to clients and providers alike. 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