Dr. Jillian Merica, an emergency medicine physician, shares her story of transitioning from a middle school science teacher to a career in medicine and how locum tenens work gave her the flexibility to thrive. She explains her unconventional path, her first locums assignment in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the lessons she learned balancing family life with a demanding clinical career.

From cultural experiences to financial planning and finding permanent roles through locums, Dr. Merica offers candid advice and practical insights for anyone considering locum tenens or a career pivot in medicine.

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