Locum staffing agency
What Is Locum Tenens Staffing?
Locum tenens (Latin for “to hold the place”) is the process of temporarily placing health care providers such as physicians, NPs, and PAs into staffing vacancies at hospitals and health systems. A locum staffing agency such as Blue Space Healthcare places a qualified provider in facilities that are in need of immediate or long-term coverage.
Whether you need to fill in for a vacation, maternity leave, or busy season, locum tenens staffing provides a quick, versatile, and affordable answer.
Why Choose Blue Space Healthcare as Your Locum Staffing Agency?
As a Joint Commission-certified locum staffing agency, we prioritize quality, compliance, and speed.
Here’s why healthcare professionals and employers trust us:
- Vetted, credentialed providers ready for immediate deployment
- Short-term & long-term coverage options
- Serving hospitals, urgent care, behavioral health, rural facilities, and more
- 24/7 support for providers & clients
- Easy credentialing and documentation process
- Weekly & same-day pay options for providers
How Our Locum Staffing Works
For Providers:
Apply & submit credentials
Get matched to open assignments
Start work on your terms
Get paid weekly or instantly
For Facilities:
Submit your staffing request
Review qualified candidates
Onboard quickly with compliance support
Maintain continuity of care
Trusted by Nurses Nationwide
With hundreds of active placements and a track record of safety, trust, and flexibility, Blue Space Healthcare is the per diem nurse agency of choice for healthcare professionals who want more freedom and less stress.
I love that I can choose when and where I work. Blue Space gives me the flexibility I need while raising a family.
Tanya R
RN
Weekly pay, supportive recruiters, and great facilities. I’m never going back to full-time contracts.
Carlos M
LPN
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FAQs: Locum Staffing Agency
What is a locum tenens provider?
A healthcare professional licensed to work in a medical facility on a temporary basis to fill staff shortages for short periods.
How long do locum assignments last?
Anywhere from a few days to several months. We offer both short-term and extended contracts.
Who pays for travel and housing?
In most cases, Blue Space Healthcare covers travel and lodging for our locum professionals.
Is malpractice insurance provided?
Yes, we offer malpractice coverage as part of every locum placement.
Can new grads apply for locum roles?
Some assignments require experience, but others are open to early-career professionals.