Are you a medical doctor in Nigeria? Are you getting low pay? Have you considered working as a locum doctor in Nigeria. You can be a locum doctor in Lagos, locum doctor in port Harcourt, locum doctor in abuja, locum doctor in Owerri or any other parts of Nigeria.
Benefits of working as a locum doctor can’t be overemphasized.

Before general practice was the thing but now a lot of General Practitioners (GP) are now choosing to work as locum rather than take a meagre salaried role.

Locum Doctor practice is a perfect alternative to a full-time job position. Locum Doctor jobs also serve as a source of extra income for those who take part time locum jobs.

Locum doctors cover manpower shortage based on high doctor demands.
long-term locum covers are also possible such as a maternity leave cover.




What are the benefits of locum doctor jobs?

Although your role as a permanent practitioner is basically same as a locum medic. Below are some added benefits.

1. You can balance your work life

Locum doctors work on demand so they balance work and other aspects of life. They may choose some off locum days rather than working round the clock to meet up daily obligations for a permanent stay work. As a GP you barely have time for other activities outside your job but locum doctors can afford that liberty of time. You can say no to locum some days but never say no to your permanent jobs except you want your employer to issue your sack letters.






2. Flexible Work Hours

Permanent work medics often struggle with burnout issues. The full time work hours in the health profession is one of the most common sources of stress. While a full time job for most employees means working everyday throughout the week, including call duties.

Ability of locum doctors to have flexible schedule and ability to work part time are two ways to cure burnout. As a locum doctor in port Harcourt or any other part of the world you choose what hours you spend working and what hours you spend with your better few.

3. Locum doctors enjoy more Experience and wider Network

Locum Doctors work in various practices and connect with different doctors, and meet patients from all walks of life. This provides more opportunities to build professional relationships and acquire more skills which translate to a better career. This is one of the reasons I decided for locum doctor jobs in port Harcourt. Already in the few months I've spent Dr Gideon Ejekwe has traveled and consulted in many hospitals around PH city.

A locum doctor is like having your own private business. A locum doctor is just a brand that sells a service. You require the skills necessary in running a business, a working knowledge of accounting, finance, and business management Also skills like self-confidence, independence, and organizational skills are needed. Locum doctor role prepares you to become an exceptional doctor whether you want to stay locum or become a permanent GP in future.

4. Better Income

Permanent doctors have peanuts as salary and giant work loads. Most times for locum you decide how much you can make. You have full control of your income. You either work more to gain more or choose hospitals that pay more for locums.
Working as a locum doctor is as well tasking but very lucrative. Once you're able to balance out the stress you'll find that the benefits far outweigh the hassle.

Finally, l can be your favorite locum doctor if you need to engage the services of one around port Harcourt. You can reach out to Dr Gideon Ejekwe for locum doctor covers in port Harcourt, bayelsa, owerri. Call: 09075628979