Frequently Asked Questions
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As a company, we do not like to use the word ‘locum’. ‘Locum’, ‘Locum tenens’ is not a legal classification, but rather a description of a temporary work arrangement in which a healthcare provider fills in for another.
Legally, these providers are typically classified as either independent contractors (using a 1099 form) or, less commonly, as employees (using a W-2 form). Classification must meet IRS requirements and guidelines.
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Generally, as a 1099 contractor you can expect to make 2-3x your W2 wages.
Majority of our physicians work 2 weeks / month. Depending on an individuals finances, this translates to about 3-6 months total to achieve or exceed their W2 employed salary.
Contractors in ancillary support roles will often work on a ‘full time’ schedule for period of 3-6 months at a time.
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🧾 1099 (Independent Contractor) – Advantages
1. Higher Earning Potential
You typically get a higher hourly or per-project rate since employers don’t pay benefits or payroll taxes for you.
You can negotiate your rates freely.
2. Business Tax Deductions
You can deduct business expenses (home office, CME, equipment, mileage, etc.).
Possible qualified business income (QBI) deduction (up to 20% of net profit) under certain income limits.
3. Schedule Flexibility
You choose when and how much you work, often with multiple clients or contracts.
Ideal for those who want autonomy or work/life control.
4. Retirement and Tax Planning Flexibility
You can set up Solo 401(k) or SEP IRA, allowing very high contribution limits (potentially much higher than a W-2 401(k)).
Ability to control when income is received and manage estimated taxes quarterly.
5. Business Identity & Growth
You can form an LLC or S-Corp, build a brand, and scale into a larger operation or firm.
Potential self-employment wealth building through business ownership.
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Jobs are updated on our website and WhatsApp group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BWEvNgFZzMc6ul4ni8clim
https://www.specializedphysicians.com/job-board
If you're interested in a position, please fill out the appropriate contact form:
For Physicians: https://www.specializedphysicians.com/for-physicians
For RNs/APPs/Allied Healthcare Professionals: https://www.specializedphysicians.com/for-rn-app
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Yes - When Your Net Income Exceeds About $80,000.
As a sole proprietor, you pay self-employment tax (~15.3%) on all of your business profit.
As an S-Corp, you pay payroll taxes only on your salary, not on the entire profit. The rest can be distributed as dividends (distributions), which are not subject to self-employment tax.
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CV
CV/Resume should include all past and current hospital affiliations.
NPDB Self Query
At minimum within the last year, but within the last 6 months is preferable.
Request online: https://www.npdb.hrsa.gov/pract/selfQueryBasics.jsp
Diplomas & Certificates:
Medical school
Residency training
Fellowship
Board examinations
Certificates of Insurance (COIs)
Medical malpractice insurance certificates from the last 7 years from all previous employers / practices. If you do not have these you can request these easily from the administration / med staff office.
ECFMG certificate (if applicable).
Certifications: ACLS/BLS/PALS/ATLS certification(s), as / if applicable to practice.
Case or Procedure Logs for last 12 - 24 months to demonstrate competency that may correlate to privileges requesting.
CMEs for last 12 - 24-months - if provider is right out of training, has a 12-month grace period
Licenses:
Medical licenses - maintain copies of all active and inactive medical licenses.
DEA licenses - maintain copies of all active and inactive DEA registrations.
State Controlled Substances Registration (CSR) - Some states e.g. Michigan, have their own state CSR which is required in addition to a DEA license.
Copy of Driver license.
Vaccination records: Covid 2024, Flu Vaccination 2-Step PPD, QuantiFERON Blood Test, or Chest X-Ray (all within 12 months) Hep B Vaccination or Declination (request declination form from OMSS).
Urine toxicology.
CAQH login credentials (username and password).
W9 form - We will need a W9 within the last 2 years as required for IRS reporting.
ACH deposit form - This will be provided to you to authorize direct deposit payments to your checking or savings account.
Professional Photo for name badge
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We encourage and highly advise all our physician partners maintain an active license in an SPL state (State of Principal License) that participate in the Interstate Medical License Compact so that they are able to streamline licensure by using a special expedited process.
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This is a personal preference. Most of our contract physicians and providers typically secure contracts for 3-6 months at a time, others prefer long-term contracts of up to a year.
Contractual commitments are subject to change in SOW (scope/statement of work), or availability / schedule by either party (i.e. contractor and / or facility / client) with 30 days notice, and that includes cancellation of the contract.
While a contractor may commit for a given period of time, their obligation is limited to providing a 30-day notice to Specialized Physicians with changes or cancellation notice. That being said, we advise both our facilities / clients and contractors to consider providing 2-3 months notice as a professional courtesy and to allow for a smooth transition.
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Specialized Physicians reimburses all our contract physicians and providers for all reasonable business expenses directly related to their work activities with our company. This includes:
Transportation - airfare, rental car.
Lodging.
Fuel
Mileage reimbursement (if using personal vehicle).
Credentialing / Privilege fees.
License - state license, DEA, CSR as applicable.
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Whether you’re a proceduralist or not, case logs are required to demonstrate patient contact within the last 1 year. These can be easily exported from the EMR by your institution / facility medical staff office, or HIM (Health Information Management).
These reports should not contain HIPAA identifiers and should be either in PDF or excel or CSV file formats.
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We require a minimum of (3) references, preferably (5).
We advise all our contract physicians and providers to try and provide at least (3) references from the same specialty / field. This is not a company requirement from Specialized, but often a requirement for privileges from the healthcare facility.
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Yes - please explore our Careers page.
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We value all of our contractors, and strive to ensure all our partners are paid 1 week from the time they submit their invoices, timesheets, expense reports, receipts, and any other required documentation.
That being said, our policy is net 30 days. Net 30 day payment terms are a common and standard practice, particularly for business-to-business (B2B) transactions. As an intendent contractor, you are legally considered a business and operate as a self-employed business owner. Unlike a traditional employee, who works for and is controlled by a single company, an independent contractor provides services to clients on a contract basis and manages their own business operations.