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How does locum tenens pay actually work for physician assistants?

A plain-language breakdown of locum tenens physician assistant pay—how rates are set, W-2 vs. 1099, and what you can expect to make.

Solo 401(k) vs. SEP-IRA for self-employed physicians

Which retirement plan is right for locum physicians? A CPA compares the key differences and advanced options for Solo 401(k) vs SEP-IRA.

Is locum tenens right for you? What 2026 data reveals about who does locums and why

New 2026 survey data from Weatherby Healthcare reveals who’s really working locum tenens, why they choose it, and how those reasons shift at every career stage.

Most in-demand physician assistant specialties for locum tenens in 2026: Salary & demand report

What PA specialties are the most in-demand and what the pay rates are for those specialties.

Most in-demand nurse practitioner specialties for locum tenens in 2026: Salary & demand report

What nurse practitioner specialties are the most in-demand and what the pay rates are for those specialties.

PA licensing and credentialing for locum tenens: A step-by-step guide for physician assistants  

A guide to PA licensing and credentialing for locum tenens physician assistant assignments, including timelines and required documents.

How nurse practitioners get licensed and credentialed for locum tenens: A step-by-step guide

This guide for NPs walks you step by step through how locum tenens credentialing and licensing work, so you can move forward with confidence.

The top 10 highest-paying states for locum tenens physicians in 2026

Here’s a look at the highest paying states for locum tenens physicians in 2026 and the reasons why locum pay is higher than average there.

Locum tenens 101 for physicians: A newcomer’s guide

Learn how locum tenens works for physicians — where to begin, what questions to ask, and what to expect when you accept an assignment.

W-2 vs. 1099: A complete guide for locum tenens professionals

The key differences between W‑2 and 1099 work for locum tenens, including pay, taxes, benefits, and how to choose the right assignment type.

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