Ep. 69: Transitioning from W-2 roles to full-time locum tenens with Pediatric Anesthesiologist Dr. Gendzel
From The Locumstory Podcast | Locum Tenens Insights from Real-Life Physicians, PAs, and NPs by Locumstory
December 19, 2025 · 29 min · Episode 69
About this episode
Dr. Leonardo Gendzel discusses his transition from W-2 roles to full-time locum tenens and shares insights on the realities of this career change.
Pediatric anesthesiologist Dr. Leonardo Gendzel joins the Locumstory Podcast to share his path from medical school in Brazil to training at Yale and building a successful career across top U.S. children’s hospitals. After years in academic and leadership roles, Dr. Gendzel recently made the leap into full‑time locum tenens — and he’s reflects on what inspired the change. Dr. Gendzel also breaks down the realities of transitioning from a W‑2 role to 1099 work, including the financial considerations, lifestyle shifts, and the freedom that ultimately drew him to locums. Dr. Gendzel shares practical advice on choosing the right agency, navigating travel challenges, and staying flexible while adapting to new clinical environments. Interested in locum tenens opportunities? Check out CompHealth (comphealth.com).
People in this episode
Guest: Dr. Leonardo Gendzel
Topics covered
- locum tenens
- anesthesiology
- career transition
- financial considerations
- lifestyle shifts
- clinical environments
Keywords
- locum tenens
- Pediatric Anesthesiology
- career transition
- financial considerations
- travel challenges
- clinical flexibility
Sponsors
CompHealth
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Yale
Places: Brazil, U.S., children’s hospitals
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