Ep. 78: What physicians should look for in a locums partner with Simon Parsons

With more than a decade of experience placing physicians and shaping the next generation of recruiters, Simon Parsons joins us to share his perspective on the realities of locums, from red flags to avoid to the traits of recruiters who genuinely advocate for clinicians. Over 12 years as a physician rep on the general surgery team, Simon placed more than 240 physicians and helped them earn over $40 million in compensation — but what drives him isn’t the numbers. It’s the transformation he’s witnessed when physicians finally reclaim autonomy, balance, and control over their careers.Simon shares how understanding a physician’s deeper why leads to better matches, healthier boundaries, and more fulfilling careers. He explains the difference between recruiters who simply book shifts and those who act as true lifestyle architects — helping physicians design careers that support the lives they want, not the other way around. He offers practical advice on using locums to build more freedom, avoid burnout, and create space for family, travel, or personal passions.Whether you’re new to locums, reevaluating your career, or simply curious about how to use flexibility well, Simon’s insights give a candid look at what’s possible when physicians put themselves back in the driver’s seat.Connect with Simon: [email protected] in exploring locum tenens opportunities? Visit CompHealth at comphealth.com.