Jan 12, 2023

Clinical Fellow or Locum Doctor… Which Should you Choose?

Have you recently finished your Foundation Training and looking to make a decision about your next year? If you’ve decided against going straight back into further training posts, you may be weighing up a decision between applying for a Clinical Fellow position, a Trust Grade post, or working as a Locum for the year. Our […]

Jul 4, 2022

FY3 Q&A with Dr Rashid El-Sehili, Locum FY3

If you’re currently in Foundation Training and thinking of pursuing an FY3 year, take a look at our series of FY3 Q&A’s with some of our Junior Doctors!  Taking an FY3 year is a great opportunity to explore the different career options open to you yet still earn money doing what you love! We recently […]

Feb 1, 2021

Our 3 top tips on becoming a locum doctor

If you’re a doctor transitioning from your foundation years or a permanent post to life as a locum doctor, the way you secure work, integrate into hospital departments and understand processes will all change. So, we’re here to give you our top tips on transitioning to the life as a locum doctor. Tip 1: Good […]

Jun 26, 2020

What is a Locum Doctor?

So, what is a locum doctor? A locum doctor is one who temporarily fills a rota gap within a hospital, clinic or practice. This can often be on a relatively short-term basis, although in the healthcare sector, it’s not uncommon for locums to hold their post as part of a practice’s core medical team for […]