Is a Radiology Locum Right For You?

WHAT IS A

LOCUM POSITION?

PRESCRIPT Q&A

A lot of doctors have questions about locum positions.  To help, welcome to the Prescript mini Q&A:

What is a locum job?

A locum position provides temporary coverage.   This could be because regular staff are away or just that extra support is needed.  In these circumstances radiology clinics & networks rely on locum doctors.  It provides the flexibility to cover most schedules. You can fill in for just a week or cover for someone’s long term absence.

Is a locum position right for you? 

Yes!   Working in a locum position is a great way to earn extra income.  Your daily rate as a Radiologists should be between $2500 and $3500 per day (+ GST).

How does it work? 

Introduce yourself to Prescript Recruitment.    We have vacancies in all locations for different durations. 

Where would you go?   

If you’d like to, you can travel the country or you can choose to stay close to home.

How long would you work? 

A locum position can be as short as a day or you could commit to several months, even a year!

Why is there such a range? 

Radiology clinics & networks need your help when they are short-staffed, to give support during a crisis, or just to fill in when staff members take time off.

So what do you have to do?   

You simply tell Prescript what works for you.  We will get to know your skills profile, what you need and any personal requirements (are you bringing your family/dog/cat; do you prefer an exit row seat on the plane; automatic or manual hire car etc.).

Clients across the country trust Prescript Recruitment to help them fill their vacancies.  So when we think there’s a good match, we will contact you about a locum position.   Prescript helps manage the credentialing, travel and accommodation.  It’s our job to take care of you.

To sum up:

Locum work is a great way to increase your income.  It can build your network and career.  Positions can even go back to back to create employment all year round.  It really is up to you.

What happens next?  

Talk to us right now.  Prescript can help you find your next locum today.

Prescript Recruitment - Our Quest To Go Paperless

IS GOING

PAPERLESS

POSSIBLE?

Prescript Radiology Recruitment

QUEST TO GO PAPERLESS

When setting up Prescript I thought about the headaches doctors traditionally felt during the recruitment process.  What frustrations did they encounter?  How could Prescript make the hiring experience simpler and more efficient?   What changes could be made for the better?

One big issue is paperwork.  There is a huge amount.   Yes, a lot of it is important.  Engaging a doctor involves several layers of verification and checks to ensure patient safety.  However, most processes are not candidate/doctor friendly.   They involve reading multiple attachments, printing off forms, filling in with a pen and then returning via fax or scan.  It can be an old-fashioned, time-consuming and off-putting experience. 

TOWARDS A SOLUTION

I decided to try and make Prescript's  interaction with doctors as paperless as possible.  When you register as a job-seeking candidate with Prescript, you will be able to click on a link that will enable you to provide all the necessary information online.  This means you can, within 10 minutes, create a candidate profile, upload any documents and answer screening questions without leaving your computer/phone.  No need to print.   No need to use a pen.  No need to fax or scan.

It has not been easy to go totally paperless, it is very much a work in progress.   While Prescript as a company is heading in the right direction, I am still a big fan of using paper to make 'to-do' lists.  If I am speaking to clients or candidates, I find it easier to make notes with a pen before typing them up.  Slowly though, I am finding new ways to work - apps like Wunderlist help replace paper lists.

So does this mean you'll never have to use your printer when dealing with Prescript Recruitment?  The answer is 'maybe' at the moment.   Each locum you do in different locations will have their own site or health department specific paperwork requirements - some will be online, but others you still might need to print, complete, sign and scan back. 

Over to you.  What do you think about Prescript's quest to go paperless?  Have you registered as a job-seeking candidate with us?  What did you think of our online candidate profile forms?   Please comment below or connect with us by clicking the button 'Candidate Contact'.

Thank you.

James

Welcome to the Prescript Recruitment Blog.

 

Welcome to the Prescript Recruitment Blog, your home at the heart of the Prescript community to exchange news & views on topics that matter most to you.  

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

We will have all the career advice you'd expect from a recruitment blog - and more.  

Location Reports

We have put together profiles on places across Australia.  If you want to locum, you'll find a list of experiences not to miss.  If you're thinking of relocating, you'll find more reasons to move!

Wellbeing

Work can be stressful whatever career you're in.  We'll share the best of what we've tried, with blog posts covering healthy eating, exercise, mindfulness and that elusive work/life balance.

Lifestyle

What do you like to do outside of work?   Read about the best farmers markets near you; the festivals you can't miss; restaurants we think you'll love.  Learn about unique experiences offered to doctors who are part of our community e.g. cheese and wine pairing advice from an expert; pasta making for beginners; guided gallery tours.

News

We will keep you updated on what's new within the medical community and what's new at Prescript Recruitment.  

Career advice

Join us for our step-by-step guide to changing jobs.  There will be Q&As with doctors and different employers, all sharing info and tips on life as a locum doctor or how to relocate your family for work.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

What topics do you want to hear about?  How can we make this the best radiology blog ever?  Please comment below or contact us at Prescript Recruitment. 

Thank you for being here at the beginning and see you again soon.

James.