Paging Dr. Opportunity: How Physicians Land Their Next Gig
StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC celebrates National Physicians’ Week
The term “physician” originated in the 12th century, when the Old French coined the word “fisiciien.” It is derived from the Latin term for natural science, reflecting its roots in healing, growth, and the study of science. As Europe saw the rise of teaching institutions and hospitals, the first medical school was established in Salerno, Italy. By the 1400s, the word “physician” had been officially incorporated into the dictionary.
Even though physicians have been pillars of society and recognized for their contribution to medical science and patient care for thousands of years, National Physicians Week didn’t come into existence until 2016. It was then that Dr. Kimberly Funches Jackson, through her advocacy group Physicians Working Together (PWT), championed the creation of this week-long celebration to celebrate the dedication, hard work and expertise of physicians.
Similar to medicine and its practice, the art of job hunting in healthcare has evolved over the years. StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC serves as a job resource for physicians and is a division of StaffDNA, the healthcare staffing technology company that transformed the hiring process for nurses and allied health professionals, allowing physicians and advanced practice providers to secure positions nationwide.
Traditional methods of finding jobs as a physician, like professional networking, medical school alumni networks and medical conferences, have their place when looking for permanent positions. But when a temporary position or a contract role in another city or area of the country is needed, a concise and easy-to-use digital marketplace that instantly shows jobs is the fastest connection to a new role.
The technology behind StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC helps physicians seeking jobs quickly get matched with roles. By offering full job details, pay transparency, and all the details needed to make an informed career decision, the StaffDNA app puts the power of job searching in your hands. There’s even direct communication with facilities and hiring managers, putting you in full control of finding and accepting your next position.
Find a Job You Love with StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC
At StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC, we recognize the dedication and sacrifices physicians make every day. That’s why we’ve expanded our platform to support physicians and advanced practice providers, giving them more flexibility over their careers with greater transparency and opportunity.
Traditionally, the job search process for physicians has been complex and time-consuming. It often requires third-party recruiters and limits visibility on crucial job details such as salary and even the name of the facility. StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC utilizes innovative technology to empower physicians to search for, apply to, and get hired directly with premier facilities nationwide.
The StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC platform provides real-time job availability and a streamlined application process. Physicians can submit their desired rate with each application, allowing providers to focus primarily on patient care and less on the hassle of job searching.
An Easier Way for Physicians to Find Jobs
Workforce shortages and burnout continue to weigh heavily on the profession. As demand grows, so does the need for a streamlined, physician-first hiring process that prioritizes transparency, efficiency and career control. StaffDNA is leading that charge, ensuring physicians have the tools they need to thrive in an industry that relies on them.
The StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC platform has nearly 40 specialties and 180 sub-specialties for providers to choose from in all 50 states. All you need to do is select your specialty and sub-specialty and then you’ll have access to every job fitting that criterion.
With over 3,000 current jobs and more added daily, StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC is home to one of the largest physician permanent job boards. We also have hundreds of available locum tenens positions.
At StaffDNA Locum Tenens LLC, we streamline the job-finding process and eliminate unnecessary intermediaries. When you apply for a job, your information is sent directly to the hiring entity, improving the hiring process for physicians and facilities everywhere.
Celebrating Physicians by Enabling Access to the Best Jobs
This National Physicians Week, we recognize the dedication, resilience and expertise of the over 1 million physicians in the U.S. who care for their patients. From coast to coast, physicians nationwide are dedicated to healing and advancing healthcare.
Physicians deserve a faster, more transparent and easier physician-first hiring process. Whether you’re looking for permanent roles or locum tenens opportunities, our goal is to empower you with the control, flexibility and opportunities you deserve—so you can focus on what truly matters: patient care.
Download the free StaffDNA app today and start searching for physician locum tenens positions that match your preferences. Over 1.5 million healthcare professionals use StaffDNA to find jobs they love.

Drew Lanham
Providers Operations
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