Locum Tenens Readiness Assessment Checklist

This document is a checklist designed to assess the readiness of an organization for locum tenens staffing. It outlines specific criteria that organizations should evaluate, including the definition of ownership for locum tenens sourcing, documentation of roles and responsibilities, adherence to standardized enterprise policies, and the use of market benchmarks for rate decisions. The checklist emphasizes the importance of centralized contract and rate data, minimizing manual workflows, and having a standardized intake process for locum requests. It also highlights the need for procurement and finance reviews prior to contract execution and the use of standard contract templates. The document categorizes organizations based on their maturity level in locum tenens management, ranging from foundational to advanced, and notes that some organizations may face gaps in visibility and coordination. Additionally, it mentions that technology can support various aspects of the locum tenens process, enhancing governance and ownership.