Locum agencies

[jzd4rma]

Hey im a pharmacist who works as an internal locum for Lloyds however I would rather work part time so am keen to locum so was wondering if any one know any reputable agencies within South Wales area (cardiff, newport, neath, port talbot, pontypool, cwmbran and pontyprid) it would be much appreciated.

[DavidS]

Hi there,
don't jump in without checking there will be enough work for you. Coming up to winter, a lean time for locums quite often, it really doesn't make sense to give up regular employment, but to negotiate a drop in hours with Lloyds if that is what you feel you want.

[jzd4rma]

Hi the thing is I wont be able to start locum until January 2012 because I need to give 3 months notice and I fancy a bit of break so from that point of view its fine also I just want to work 3-4 days week because that would give slightly more than what I earn with Lloyds so I am sure I will be able to find 3 days of work every week.

But as you mentioned I would like to find out how much work their out there before I start locum which is why I wish to be referred to some good agencies!

[johnep]

Lloyds did send out a letter to every locum showing how employment worked out more than being a Locum.
johnep

[jzd4rma]

Lloyds did send out a letter to every locum showing how employment worked out more than being a Locum.
johnep

I think having been through Lloyds pre-reg training programme what I learned is that the company is very miss leading from what it claims to what it actually provides for its staff, I don't at all agree with the fact that being a Lloyds employee is more profitable than being a locum, its true you have regular work, but the way I figure my wages are £15 an hour, which is at a lower bracket, so I am better off locuming three days a week from which I will get more or less the same wages working 5 days a week. But its not for the money I just want a bit of freedoom and learn my job both as a pharmacist and retailer rather than be lectured by bunch of idiots. Because I think being a pharmacist is an awesome job but the profession has been hijacked by multiples led by idiots who dont know what it means to be a pharmacist!

[johnep]

In that case, vote with your feet.
johnep

[jzd4rma]

I intend to also being a prudent man, I am planning my exit but I need a list of good agencies around South Wales who I can contact, i already know that introducing yourself to independents and leaving a business card if a good idea! But i need a list of agencies if anyone knows any good agencies please reply me or PM my box!