Physician Burnout

Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation Partners with Jackson + Coker Locum Tenens to Address Physician Burnout and Mental Health

February 26, 2024 / , ,

ALPHARETTA, Ga. (February 27, 2024) – The Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation, the only non-profit organization exclusively focused on health worker mental health and well-being, today announced an exclusive partnership with Jackson + Coker Locum Tenens to focus on physician and advanced practitioner burnout and well-being. Through this strategic alliance and as part of the …

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Better Work Opportunities with Locum Tenens

January 17, 2024 / , , , ,

The COVID-19 pandemic has led physicians and advanced practitioners to seek flexibility, work-life balance, and meaning, with many turning to locum tenens positions. Becker’s Healthcare discussed the benefits with Nikole Tillery, vice president of sales at Jackson + Coker. “Burnout and depression among physicians and advanced practitioners are driven by four factors — feeling a …

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Workforce Planning with Locum Tenens

August 4, 2023 / , , , ,

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 …

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Going Beyond Burnout

July 12, 2024 /

Supporting long-term mental health solutions for physicians and advanced practitioners. Physician burnout in 2022 is reported to be 5% higher than the previous year, reaching nearly 50% according to Medscape’s 2022 Physician Burnout & Depression Report. While the report shares not all causes are pandemic-related, the impact of the last two years upon the mental …

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America’s Mental Health Crisis

November 16, 2023 / , , , , , ,

Facing the shortage of mental health professionals. Growing demand for mental health care plus a slow supply of new psychiatrists equals the perfect storm for America’s mental health care crisis. Over half of practicing psychiatrists are nearing retirement age and fewer medical students are interested in pursuing psychiatry. JAMA reports that fewer students are interested in …

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Five Signs That You Should Leave Your Physician Job

November 16, 2023 / , ,

When do you know it’s time to leave your physician job? Maybe it’s time to consider a new position. In any industry, it can be hard to know when it’s the right time to move on from your current job. But for physicians it can be especially difficult. You’ve put in a lot of work, …

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Impact Nurse Practitioners Advanced

Why Are Nurse Practitioners Important to Your Staffing Mix?

November 14, 2023 / , , ,

Managing physician shortages with nurse practitioners. The number of licensed nurse practitioners has more than doubled since 2007, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that number to grow 36 percent by 2026. The shortage of primary care physicians and other specialists fuels this growth. Across the country, nurse practitioners are providing healthcare in …

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The Benefits of Locum Tenens Staffing

November 14, 2023 / , , , , ,

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 …

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How to Prevent Physician Burnout in Your Facility

November 16, 2023 / , , , ,

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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Thank You Doctors

November 16, 2023 / , , , , ,

Reminding physicians that we care. It’s a hard time to be a physician in the United States. Eighty-one percent of physicians in a Physician’s Foundation survey said they were overworked or at capacity. After seeing patients all day, most physicians spend at least an additional hour on paperwork. They can’t spend as much time with …

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Federal facts for you.

We are a Federal Supply Schedule Contract holder. 

Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Contract: 36F79723D0086, Professional and Allied Healthcare Staffing, effective March 15, 2023, through March 14, 2028.

NAICS Codes:
  • 561320: Temporary help services. 
  • 621111: Offices of physicians. 
  • 621112: Offices of physicians, mental health specialists. 
  • 621399: Offices of all other miscellaneous health practitioners. 
  • 621330: Offices of mental health practitioners.

Privileging.

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.

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We contact the facility’s Medical Service Office (MSO) for their application and requirements.

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We will assist you by pre-populating the facility’s application and sending to the MSO.

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We will assist the MSO by following up on requested items.

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MSO will grant privileges based on your training and experience, and you will be able to start your assignment.

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Maggie Youmans

Senior Vice President, Sales

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.

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Anne Anderson

Executive Vice President

"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. 

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