Author - Gerry Carpenter

About the Author

Gerry Carpenter is the managing editor for CHG Healthcare. He is a 25-year marketing veteran who loves to write, edit, and play with words. He enjoys visiting new places, speaks fluent French, and is slowly learning Portuguese and Japanese.

May 15, 2023
physician signing a contract

Physician contract negotiation: A comprehensive guide

A comprehensive resource that will help you understand how to negotiate a physician contract, what to look for in a contract, and mistakes t
A comprehensive resource that will help you understand how to negotiate a physician contract, what to look for in a contract, and mistakes t
February 11, 2022
Physician asking questions about locum tenens

Questions to ask: Finding the right locum tenens assignment

Learn some tips on how to find the perfect locums assignment for you. Review questions you can ask your recruiter to find the perfect match.
Learn some tips on how to find the perfect locums assignment for you. Review questions you can ask your recruiter to find the perfect match.
September 17, 2026
physical therapist with patient

Practice physical therapy in more than one state with the PT Compact

The PT Compact makes it easier and more affordable to work in multiple states as a travel physical therapist.
The PT Compact makes it easier and more affordable to work in multiple states as a travel physical therapist.
February 3, 2021
Locum tenens provider practicing safety best practices while traveling

What CompHealth does to ensure your safety while on assignment

CompHealth provides resources like 24/7 support for locums on assignment, ensuring their safety and well-being while traveling for work.
CompHealth provides resources like 24/7 support for locums on assignment, ensuring their safety and well-being while traveling for work.
August 1, 2018
Locums physician working with a full-time job

Working locum tenens with a full-time job

Explore how to balance a full-time job while working locum tenens. Get tips on managing schedules and maximizing opportunities.
Explore how to balance a full-time job while working locum tenens. Get tips on managing schedules and maximizing opportunities.
July 17, 2024
Physician recruiter sitting at a desk next to a window looking at paperwork

How to improve the locum tenens credentialing process

Get expert advice on credentialing locum tenens providers and find out why working with a staffing agency can make the process easier.
Get expert advice on credentialing locum tenens providers and find out why working with a staffing agency can make the process easier.