Hayes Locums

06/04/2026

While some locum tenens needs come up unexpectedly, others—such as holiday coverage—can be planned ahead. Many hospitals begin preparing for the holidays months in advance, making summer a great time to secure high-demand assignments. In our latest article, find out more about the benefits of holiday assignments, and what to expect.

With many hospitals already booking for the holidays, it’s a great time to start planning your locums schedule. If you want to support communities in need while earning additional income, reach out to your Hayes Locums consultant to see what opportunities are available.

06/03/2026

Procedure logs matter more than many physicians realize.

From credentialing to privileging, hospitals often require case logs to verify recent experience and ensure providers are comfortable performing requested procedures.

The good news? Our credentialing team helps handle the heavy lifting—including requesting logs from previous facilities and organizing documentation for upcoming assignments.

06/02/2026

Today, we celebrate the men and women working behind the scenes to help connect physicians and providers with the facilities and patients who need them most. Healthcare recruiting is about more than filling jobs—it’s about building relationships, supporting providers, and helping maintain access to care across the country.

Happy National Healthcare Recruiting Day to all the recruiters, consultants, coordinators, and support teams who make it happen every day.

06/01/2026

At the center of healthcare is something simple: people caring for people.

This reminder of a patient-first philosophy reflects the purpose that drives so many physicians, providers, and healthcare teams every day.

05/29/2026

A good locums experience is about more than just getting placed. From credentialing and travel to ongoing communication throughout the assignment, having the right support system matters.
This week’s Ask Hayes breaks down what physicians should expect from a locums partner.

05/27/2026

This week we are recognizing Diana Menendez for Excellence in Service!

“The work that our Health Risk Professionals team does often happens beneath the surface, largely going unnoticed. Diana's diligence, persistence, and commitment to seeing this complex project through from start to finish makes her a true unsung hero! After months of back and forth with multiple agencies, her attention to detail and dedication helped protect both internal teams and client relationships—the kind of work that makes a lasting impact, even when it happens quietly."

Congratulations, Diana, and thank you for all that you do.

05/26/2026

Not all locums assignments are created equal.

The best opportunities are the ones that fit your goals, your schedule, and the way you want to practice medicine.

In this week’s Locums 101, we’re talking about what actually makes a locums assignment the right fit.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

We’re grateful for their sacrifice, their courage, and the freedoms they protected. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/22/2026

Physician burnout is no longer a temporary spike—it’s becoming a long-term workforce challenge.

With more physicians leaving earlier than planned, healthcare organizations are feeling the impact through staffing gaps, longer recruitment timelines, and increased pressure on remaining teams.

Addressing burnout isn’t just about well-being—it’s about sustainability of care.

05/20/2026

More physicians are turning to locum tenens for one simple reason: flexibility.

The ability to choose your schedule, create better work-life balance, and practice medicine without the administrative burden is changing how many physicians think about their careers.

Ready to practice medicine on your terms? Let's talk!