locum

Definitions

A person who stands in temporarily for another member of the same profession, especially a doctor or clergyman.

A temporary substitute or deputy.

Examples

The clinic hired a locum to cover the doctor's maternity leave.

She has been working as a locum pharmacist at various hospitals across the city.

Finding a reliable locum for the dental practice proved to be a difficult task.

Synonyms

substitute replacement proxy temp stand-in deputy relief

Antonyms

permanent incumbent principal regular owner original fixture