Top 5 tips for doctors locuming in Australia
Locuming is an alternative way for doctors to gain experience and broaden their expertise, whilst enjoying the flexibility and range of work choices offered by locum opportunities. If you are a doctor considering taking on
locum opportunities, here are 5 tips to ensure you have a positive experience.
1. Research the area and healthcare facility.
Before accepting locum work, conducting research on the area and healthcare facility where you will be working is critical.
Your recruitment consultant from your
locum
agency
will be able to provide you an overview of the local area, how remote it is, what facilities you can access and what you can do in your downtime. Your recruitment agency should inform you of how resourced and supported the ward is within the healthcare facility. You will know exactly what your role and responsibilities will be.
2. Obtain all required credentials ahead of time.
You must have all the required credentials to work as a locum in Australia. Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) is essential. Your locum agency will guide you through the credentialing paperwork required.
3. Create a professional network.
When
locuming
in Australia, it is important to build a professional network by making connections with other healthcare professionals in your field. Most health services will use locums, so there will be plenty of colleagues to network with and share your experiences. This can also lead to future
job opportunities and keep you current on the latest trends and best practices in your field.
4. Be adaptable and flexible.
Locuming can sometimes be challenging, especially when you are working in a new environment and therefore, adaptability will be your greatest ally. Being adaptable and flexible will let you swiftly adjust to new situations and make a positive impact in your new role. It will also help you establish positive relationships with your coworkers and patients.
Some shifts will require you to be in charge of juniors, which is excellent for professional development.
5. Partner with a trusted expert
Trusted locum agencies like CC Medical know the health systems inside and out and they can help you to navigate the complex nature of locum work by collating vacancies nationally, assisting with collating your compliance and liaising with the health services on your behalf while you continue to do what you do best, saving lives. CC Medical will not only take care of all the logistics but also help with travel and accommodation support, as required, so make the process as easy and seamless as possible
Locuming in Australia can be an enriching experience. Reach out to
CC Medical today to fast-track your
locum career with all the support you need to ensure you are achieving your career goals.
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