Absolutely. I have always had very positive experiences doing locum tenens work. Everyone has a different experience. In the past, I have enjoyed the freedom of working at various offices, not being tied to one place and having the flexibility to come and go as I need to. I have had assignments for as little as 30 days, to 6-9 months, to more than one year. It all depends on the need and where you go. It is important to make sure you are registered with a good locum tenens company. Somehow you can get benefits along the way and certain expenses are covered. Locum tenens work is great if you haven't quite decided where you want be because you are still able to work in your field without being tied down or committed to one place. Some locum tenens opportunities can become permanent over time. You can also take advantage of locum tenens work as a way to travel and see new places by accepting assignments in other states. It also gives you the opportunity to network and meet new people. Locum tenens work is all in what each individual makes of it and gets out of it.