locum
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In the end her diagnosis only came after seeing a locum at her GP surgery who sent her for additional tests.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
In the same year, he walked out of a five-day locum cardiologist placement at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire without notice or good reason, the tribunal found.
From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026
However, changes to the taxation of LLPs could affect locum doctors and those working in private practice.
From BBC • Oct. 22, 2025
Despite doctor shortages in her region, she felt she had to leave a role with sick pay and maternity benefits, and opt for locum work because it provided greater flexibility.
From BBC • Sep. 7, 2025
He could not rule in person, however, and so he conveniently appointed his infant son, George, to the office, at the same time nominating Lord Grey as his locum tenens.
From The Viceroys of Ireland by O'Mahony, Charles