locum tenens
Example Sentences
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Nearly nonverbal, Scrat wouldn’t even require a locum tenens; of all the movie’s sins, his omission is unforgivable.
From New York Times
Kory said he now works as a “locum tenens” physician — a doctor who works in temporary jobs — and as president and chief medical officer of the Front Line Covid-19 Critical Care Alliance.
From Washington Post
Some hospitals, including Children’s Hospital Colorado, have established so-called “locum tenens” services, essentially medical temp agencies that provide doctors who can fill in when physicians in rural areas need a break.
From Seattle Times
I might have to engage a locum tenens.
From Project Gutenberg
I could not spare more than a fortnight from work, leaving Lennard as my locum tenens.
From Project Gutenberg
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