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A locum, or locum tenens, is a person who temporarily fulfills the duties of another; the term is especially used for physicians or clergy. For example, a locum tenens physician is a physician who works in the place of the regular physician when that physician is absent, or when a hospital or practice is short-staffed. These professionals are still governed by their respective regulatory bodies, despite the transient or freelance nature of their positions.[citation needed] Other positions can be

• Financial benefits.
• Freedom to travel.
• Reduction in administrative duties.
• Flexibility.
• Exposure to different practice settings.

• Improves patient satisfaction
• Eliminate costs associated with permanent hires
• Alleviate staff burnout
• Prepare for additional surges
• Access out-of-state healthcare workers
• Covers gaps for time off
• Provide contingency in the case of breakthrough infections
• Increase capacity sustainably
• additional revenue dollars
• Find a great permanent hire (affordable buyout clause)