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AHP and HSS
Why Should an Allied Health Professional Consider Working as a Locum?
February 29, 2024
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3 minutes
In the world of healthcare, the demand for Allied Health Professionals has never been higher. From speech and language therapists to physiotherapists, AHPs are irreplaceable within NHS and private healthcare teams. We, at Health Professionals, are incredibly passionate about the benefits of working as a locum, and would like to share these benefits with you so that you can understand why we care so much.
1. A Schedule on Your Terms:
One of the most appealing aspects of working as a locum is the flexibility. Unlike contracted staff, locum AHPs can tailor their schedules to suit their personal and professional needs. Maybe you're longing to travel the world, pursue further education, or simply find a better work-life balance; working as a locum provides the freedom to own your career path.
2. No Two Days are the Same:
Being a locum means you have the opportunity to work across many different settings, with many different teams. From hospitals to schools, locum AHPs have the chance to expand their skill set by working in a wide variety of settings and with various patient demographics. This keeps the work day engaging, and also allows you to find your passion.
3. A Rewarding Career - Emotionally and Financially:
In addition to the satisfaction of following your patient’s journey under your care, working as a locum can be financially rewarding. Locums often receive a higher hourly rate than contracted staff, have travel expenses covered, and frequently receive agency-related benefits. At Health Professionals, we offer benefits such as refer-a-friend schemes and the latest in healthcare technology to ensure you can access available shifts from wherever you are based, via our industry-leading MyNurse App.
4. Daily Networking Opportunities:
Another benefit of working as a locum is the opportunity to extend your professional network. By working in various settings, AHPs can connect with colleagues and leaders across different specialties. These networking opportunities allow you to learn from others in your field, and open doors to potential future career opportunities.
5. Work-Life Balance:
Achieving a healthy work-life balance is essential for our well-being and job satisfaction. Being a locum AHP means you have the flexibility to control your workload and schedule, encouraging you to prioritise personal commitments and avoid burnout. At Health Professionals, we encourage our locums to consider balancing their schedule in order to prioritise their own physical and mental health.
6. Travel Far and Wide (Or As Close to Home As Possible)
For those considering a relocation or just curious about different parts of the UK, working as a locum offers the unique chance to try before you buy. Whether it's a busy, exciting city, a quiet, rural town, or a surf-central, seaside location, being a locum allows you to experience different communities first-hand before committing to a permanent move.
Becoming a locum Allied Health Professional invites a huge range of benefits including flexibility, variety, networking opportunities, emotional and financial reward, work-life balance, and the chance to explore your area, or head further afield. Health Professionals can help you take ownership of your career, maximise your earning potential, and embark on a fulfilling professional journey in your chosen field.
Why wait? Get in touch with the Health Professionals team, or complete the online registration form to start working with us as a locum AHP.