Once you give us the green light, your consultant will present you for the job. A presentation usually consists of your CV and a highlights sheet that emphasizes key skills and experience relevant to the job.
Highlights help a healthcare facility quickly get a picture of who you are and why you’re a good fit. Your consultant’s goal is to help you stand out and give the facility the confidence to move forward.
Questions to ask
Some healthcare facilities will confirm based on your profile alone. Others may schedule a phone interview with a staff clinician or facility supervisor before they make a decision. Here are some good questions to ask during a phone interview to learn more about the facility.
- Why do you need a locums provider?
- How much autonomy will I have?
- How many patients are seen per day/shift?
- If I’m covering call, what are the average admissions or call rate?
- What technology/EMR do you use?
- What specialists are on staff?
- How does the referral process work?
- How would you describe the culture at your facility?
- What support staff are available?
- Will there be other locums working there as well?
Pro tip: Do your research before accepting an assignment. Visit the facility’s website and read online reviews on Google, Glassdoor, Doximity, or other review sites. If you know someone who has worked there, ask about their experience.
