Facing a projected shortage of physicians by 2034, healthcare leaders are reimagining staffing solutions. In collaboration with Becker’s Hospital Review, Maggie Youmans, senior vice president of sales, shares what happens when healthcare organizations embrace locum tenens to support their teams and meet emerging patient needs. In turn, this creates stronger communities. “By planning and budgeting for …
Can a nurse practitioner be a primary care provider? By 2034, America faces a projected shortage of primary care physicians between 17,800-48,000 providers, according to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). The nation’s demand for primary care services outweighs the number of primary care providers, and this is especially true in rural areas. There …
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The impact of medical technology in the healthcare industry. Many hospitals are successfully extending the number of patients they can serve, even those who may not be able to get to a facility. From portable EKGs to biometric implants and even visual reality surgery simulators, these improvements are benefiting not only hospitals but their bottom …
65 percent of physicians in new survey would give anti-malaria drugs to their own family to treat COVID-19. ATLANTA, April 8, 2020 — Sixty-five percent of physicians across the United States said they would prescribe the anti-malaria drugs chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine to treat or prevent COVID-19 in a family member, according to a new survey …
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Locums in healthcare. A locum tenens provider is a Latin term for placeholder – to hold the place or to substitute for another person. In the medical industry, this term is specifically referencing a physician or advanced practitioner who temporarily works for a healthcare organization for a defined period of time. The benefits for providers …
Why physician burnout is a problem and what you can do to prevent it. It’s a busy evening in the emergency department of the hospital where you recruit. The waiting area is quickly filling up with patients – a man complaining of neck pain after a car wreck, a little boy clutching his side and …
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Ways Alabama can move towards improving women’s health care. The Alabama Department of Public Health ranks access to care as the state’s second greatest health concern, followed by the third-most important concern: poor pregnancy outcomes. Alabama’s officials seek to reduce barriers to care and ensure all pregnant women receive prenatal care. How can your facility move …
How psychiatric patients impact your emergency department revenue. America is calling for greater mental health coverage – and we’re seeing a lot of that treatment playing out in the emergency department. Patients with mental health conditions are more likely to seek treatment in the ED than physically ill patients, and they spend more time in …
What it means for Medicaid coverage in Louisiana. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made improving Medicaid for women’s health a top priority, including maternal and infant health. Medicaid currently finances about half of births in the United States, making the impact from Medicaid procedures far-reaching. About two-thirds of women on Medicaid are in …
The added value of nurse practitioners in healthcare. Nurse practitioners bring a unique approach to patient care – and patients appreciate their ability to create individualized care plans. But did you know medical practices that employ more non-physician providers like nurse practitioners are more profitable and productive? Physician-owned practices with a higher ratio of nurse …
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Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Contract: 36F79723D0086, Professional and Allied Healthcare Staffing, effective March 15, 2023, through March 14, 2028.
Once you and our client agree to move forward with your assignment, our privileging team will assist you and the client in gathering information required by the healthcare facility to grant clinical privileges.
We contact the facility’s Medical Service Office (MSO) for their application and requirements.
We will assist you by pre-populating the facility’s application and sending to the MSO.
We will assist the MSO by following up on requested items.
MSO will grant privileges based on your training and experience, and you will be able to start your assignment.
As Senior Vice President, Maggie oversees several key specialty divisions and adjacent teams. With a demonstrated history of leading teams and developing individuals across the organization, she is dedicated to inspiring, challenging and empowering associates to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Maggie earned degrees in marketing and management focused on consumer economics from the University of Georgia, Terry College of Business. She enjoys traveling with her husband to visit different bed and breakfasts. Together, they have been able to see the beauty within their own backyard and across the country.
"I'm passionate about the locum tenens industry - we make a real difference in the lives of both our heroic healthcare providers and the patients they treat."
Anne has been at the forefront of the evolution of locum tenens for more than 35 years. She’s a respected leader with expertise in corporate operations, risk management, credentialing, and travel services. Before joining Jackson + Coker, she served as Executive Vice President at Medical Doctor Associates, part of Cross Country Healthcare.
An ardent industry advocate, Anne served several years on the Board of the National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations (NALTO), including two years as president.
Anne received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Spring Hill College. She is also a PADI open water diver and enjoys scuba diving.
