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

Locumstory
Locum Tenens
Emergency Medicine
Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
Comphealth
Weatherby
Ob-Gyn
New York, United States
Physician Assistant
Travel
Financial Literacy
United States
Medicine
Gastroenterology
Dermatology
Psychiatry
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
Cardiac Surgery
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Pediatric Anesthesia
Aitality

At Locumstory we share the stories of locums. What's a locum? Locum tenens are physicians, PAs, and NPs that work temporary jobs around the country and the world. These unique healthcare providers choose to work this way for a variety of reasons, from flexibility and work-life balance, to making extra money and traveling. Each has a unique story to share. Learn more at locumstory.com.

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Board-certified vascular surgeon Dr. Lucas Ferrer joins the Locumstory Podcast to share how locum tenens became the bridge out of academia and into a career built on his own terms. After finishing his fellowship at Baylor in 2018, Dr. Ferrer felt the... more

Physician assistant Alex Oliver joins the Locumstory Podcast to share how he traded a permanent role at a Boston academic hospital for the freedom of full-time locum tenens. A former firefighter and paramedic, Alex found his way into trauma and gener... more

Today’s episode features Kaitlyn Kruczynski, a senior locum tenens consultant who joins us to share how the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) is reshaping the way physicians work. With nearly eight years of experience supporting general, tr... more

Emergency Medicine physician Dr. Helena shares her inspiring journey in emergency medicine, from Budapest to the U.S., and her unique insights as an international medical graduate. She offers practical insight into navigating medical school abroad, m... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Oliver
Physician Assistant who specializes in general surgery
Independent locum PA with Weatherby as a primary staffing partner
Episode: Ep. 82: From Permanent Hospital Job to Full-Time Locum Tenens with PA Alex Oliver
Kaitlyn Kruczynski
Locum Tenens Consultant with Weatherby Healthcare
Weatherby Healthcare
Episode: Ep. 81: A physician’s guide to the IMLC with Kaitlyn Kruczynski
Dr. Helena
Emergency medicine physician with a career spanning Budapest, Hungary and the United States; advocate for residents and flexible practice
Emergency Medicine physician (Locum Tenens)
Episode: Ep. 80: How an EM physician built a career on autonomy and adventure through locum tenens
Viktoria Hasselhoff
Family medicine physician with a career in Locum Tenens across the United States and Germany
Independent/Locum Tenens physician
Episode: Ep. 79: Dr. Hasselhof’s journey through locum tenens, international medicine, and practicing across seven states
Simon Parsons
Seasoned locums recruiter and sales leader
CHG Healthcare/Locumstory related
Episode: Ep. 78: What physicians should look for in a locums partner with Simon Parsons
Robert Vagueiro
Physician Assistant and travel content creator
The Traveling PA
Episode: Ep. 77: Finding balance between patient care and world travel with PA Robert Vagueiro
Dr. J. Mark Pool
Cardiothoracic surgeon, author, content creator, and podcast host
Texas-based cardiothoracic surgery practice / Locum Tenens
Episode: Ep. 76: Dr. Mark Pool’s journey into locum tenens, entrepreneurship, and balancing medicine with family life
Dr. Leah Cardwell
Dermatologist pursuing a Hair Transplant Fellowship and locum tenens physician
Dermatology practice in Georgia; Hair Transplant Fellowship in Orlando
Episode: Ep. 75: Balancing a dermatology career, a hair‑transplant fellowship, and locum tenens work with Dr. Leah Cardwell
Dr. Steven Gordon
Board-certified family medicine physician with extensive locum tenens experience
Independent practitioner; Walkabout Doc blogger
Episode: Ep. 74: A career shaped by rural medicine, private practice, and over a decade of locum tenens work with Dr. Steven Gordon

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Chase Johnson
Host of Locum Tenens insights and related content

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Great Content and Info for current & future physicians

    I always recommend any physician, PA and NP that I work with to listen to this podcast if they are even thinking about locums. They have great content and relatable topics for anyone listening in that is considering locums work now or in the future!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMINJKIV
    United States2 years ago
  • Great stories and advice from working locum docs

    Stories and advice from locum providers who have found fulfillment from pursuing an alternative to traditional ways to practice medicine. Such a great resource for those who are considering or just starting out in locums!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmHuggs
    United States2 years ago
  • Great episode!

    Very helpful insight given by the providers this week. Enjoyed the discussion around working as an LT right out of residency to help pay off loans and find a practice that fits your passions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Staffing rep
    United States2 years ago
  • Great insight into why Locums is worth trying

    I love hearing real examples from providers who have tried locums for a variety of different reasons. Whether it’s preventing burnout, paying down student loans, or simply being curious. Worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mswensen
    United States2 years ago
  • All the tea!

    Great podcast that offers the pros and options of working locums that may not have been a consideration for professionals out of med school. Student loans are a thorn in most people’s sides, and the reality they could be paid off sooner resonates with a lot of us in the situation. Great perspectives and information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Star.Wolfe
    United States2 years ago

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Ep. 83: Finding flow with locums and life beyond the OR with vascular surgeon Dr. Lucas Ferrer
Q: What prompted you to start exploring Locum Tenens, and how has it worked for you so far?
I started looking at locums as a bridge after academia; it lets me keep up open surgery skills, stay engaged with patients, and gradually build ventures like a medtech startup and Life of Flow, while maintaining control over my schedule.
Ep. 81: A physician’s guide to the IMLC with Kaitlyn Kruczynski
Q: How does IMLC differ from traditional state-by-state licensure?
IMLC is faster and simpler, avoiding the heavy paperwork and multiple full applications required for each state license. It starts with a letter of qualification and then allows the physician to add specific states for licensure more quickly.
Ep. 81: A physician’s guide to the IMLC with Kaitlyn Kruczynski
Q: What are the eligibility requirements to participate in the IMLC?
To be eligible, a physician must hold a state license in a participating state, have 25% of practice or income in that state or be employed there, have no major disciplinary history, and be board certified with completed residency from an accredited medical school.
Ep. 81: A physician’s guide to the IMLC with Kaitlyn Kruczynski
Q: Let's talk about what the IMLC is in simple terms. Can you give me a high-level summary?
The IMLC is a pathway that lets physicians obtain expedited licensure across multiple participating states, so they don't have to apply for each state's license individually. It streamlines the process and speeds up getting licensed where they need to work.
Ep. 59: Lessons learned from four physicians living the locum life
Q: How has the portal and back-office support impacted your day-to-day work and finances?
Clinicians describe the portal as a 'game changer' for timely pay and centralized communications, reducing late payments and enabling better travel planning, while reps provide tailored support to ensure assignments run smoothly.

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What is The Locumstory Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on locum tenens clinicians and the practical realities of working temporary medical assignments across the U.S. and beyond. Episodes explore autonomy, scheduling flexibility, burnout, licensing logistics, finances, and entrepreneurship, with real-word stories from physicians, PAs, and NPs about choosing locums for work-life balance, travel, and career experimentation. Noteworthy aspects include candid discussions about W-2 vs 1099 arrangements, cross-state licensing, and strategies for building sustainable, flexible medical careers, often paired with tips on finances, taxes, and professional branding. The format tends to mix personal narratives with pragmatic guidance, making it a strong resource for clinicians weighing lo... more

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2. Kaitlyn Kruczynski
3. Dr. Helena
4. Viktoria Hasselhoff
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6. Robert Vagueiro
7. Dr. J. Mark Pool
8. Dr. Leah Cardwell

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