Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens, a leader in staffing solutions for locum tenens, has been named a Wellbeing First Champion by ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to eliminating barriers to mental health care for healthcare professionals, ensuring that their internal processes are free from stigmatizing language and support clinicians seeking mental health treatment.
- Commitment to Mental Health:
- Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens supports mental health care for clinicians, ensuring their ability to practice medicine without stigma.
- The company’s internal insurance applications and reference forms are free from intrusive language around mental health.
- Recognition as a Wellbeing First Champion:
- Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens is the first locum tenens organization to receive this recognition.
- ALL IN: Wellbeing First for Healthcare will review the company’s processes annually to maintain this status.
- Alignment with Broader Mental Health Initiatives:
- The recognition aligns with Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens’ partnership with the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation.
- This partnership focuses on addressing physician and advanced practitioner burnout and mental health.
- Leadership Perspective:
- Tim Fischer, president of Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens, emphasizes the company’s responsibility in fostering a supportive environment for healthcare professionals.
- The Wellbeing First Champion designation reinforces their commitment to improving the locum tenens experience.
- Addressing the Mental Health Crisis:
- The healthcare sector faces a growing mental health crisis, and healthcare workers deserve access to care without fear of job loss.
- Dr. Stefanie Simmons of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation praises Jackson and Coker for their efforts to remove invasive mental health questions from their internal processes.
Jackson and Coker Locum Tenens’ recognition as a Wellbeing First Champion marks a significant step in supporting the mental health of healthcare professionals. By eliminating stigmatizing practices, the company is leading the way in creating a healthier, more supportive environment for those in the medical field.
