Ep. 67: Career pivots, locums flexibility, and emergency medicine lifestyle with Dr. Jillian Merica

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The Locumstory Podcast | Locum Tenens Insights from Real-Life Physicians, PAs, and NPs

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At Locumstory we share the stories of locums. What's a locum? Locum tenens are physicians, PAs, and NPs that work temporary jobs around the country and the world. These unique healthcare providers choose to work this way for a variety of reasons, from flexibility and work-life balance, to making extra money and traveling. Each has a unique story to share. Learn more at locumstory.com.

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Ep. 67: Career pivots, locums flexibility, and emergency medicine lifestyle with Dr. Jillian Merica

The Locumstory Podcast | Locum Tenens Insights from Real-Life Physicians, PAs, and NPs

38 minutes 11 seconds

1 week ago

Ep. 67: Career pivots, locums flexibility, and emergency medicine lifestyle with Dr. Jillian Merica

Dr. Jillian Merica, an emergency medicine physician, shares her story of transitioning from a middle school science teacher to a career in medicine and how locum tenens work gave her the flexibility to thrive. She explains her unconventional path, her first locums assignment in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the lessons she learned balancing family life with a demanding clinical career.

From cultural experiences to financial planning and finding permanent roles through locums, Dr. Merica offers candid advice and practical insights for anyone considering locum tenens or a career pivot in medicine.

Ready to explore your own locum tenens journey? Connect with Global Medical Staffing today at globalmedicalstaffing.com to discover assignments that fit your lifestyle.