Locum tenens in Latin literally means "place holder." In the health profession, it's used to denote temporary work done as an independent contractor. Hospitals and clinics around the world use locum tenens providers to cover for permanent staff who are taking time off or to fill a need before a permanent provider is found.

Locum Life is a testament to the locum lifestyle that every provider should enjoy. Physician owned and operated, we bring a personal view of the locum tenens experience.

The Locum Life guarantee

Malpractice insurance covered

We cover your malpractice insurance, including tail coverage, with $1M per claim / $3M aggregate limits.

Travel costs covered

The cost of travel, lodging, and even local transportation is provided so you never have to worry about how to get to work.

Licensing fees reimbursed

If you have to get an out-of-state license, we will reimburse your licensing fees after you work 14 shifts using that license.

Credentialing assistance

We help you get credentialed at each facility you work. Just provide us with your documents and we'll do the rest.

24-hour access

We're on your side and ready to assist you anytime, day or night. Guaranteed.

Physician owned

Founded in 2015 by Paul Greco, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician who still practices through Locum Life.

The perks of a locum lifestyle

Earn more money. Locum pay is often significantly higher compared to full-time employment.

Control your own work schedule. Work as much or as little as you want, maybe even take an entire season off to enjoy your favorite hobbies.

Work in places you've always wanted to visit. On your time off, enjoy the surrounding attractions and sights and meet new people.

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Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (for physicians)

The IMLC applies to physicians (MD/DO) only. NPs, PAs, CRNAs, dentists and other professions are licensed separately in each state.

The IMLC is an agreement among participating states and territories and their medical and osteopathic boards. Under this agreement, licensed physicians can qualify to practice medicine across state lines within the Compact if they meet the agreed-upon eligibility requirements.

According to the IMLCC, the Compact is active in 41 states plus the District of Columbia and Guam. Three more states (Alaska, New Mexico and Rhode Island) have passed the Compact and are still implementing it. Source: IMLCC participating-states map (opens in new tab) (checked October 28, 2026).

See the participating states map at IMLCC.com

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