Universal Locums — Physician-Led. Clinically Focused. Built on Trust.
About us
Your Trusted Partner in Locum Tenens Excellence
Universal Locums is a physician-owned, physician-led organization built to restore clarity, accountability, and clinical integrity to locum hospital medicine. Founded and guided by Dr. Balaji and a team of experienced hospitalists, the organization was created in response to a simple reality: hospitals and physicians deserve direct partnerships without middlemen, hidden costs, or compromised standards of care.
The focus remains on delivering dependable inpatient coverage through accomplished physicians who understand both clinical responsibility and operational efficiency. By aligning physician leadership with hospital needs, Universal Locums supports better patient outcomes, smoother care transitions, and sustainable staffing solutions that respect budgets and professional values.
Mission
Connecting hospitals with experienced physicians through direct, transparent locum solutions.
Vision
levating inpatient care through physician-led partnerships built on trust.
For Physicians: A Career on Your Terms
Universal Locums rejects transactional recruiting models built on cold outreach, commissions, and volume-driven placements. Physicians are engaged as clinical partners, not commodities, with transparency, respect, and compensation aligned to experience and responsibility from the start.
Relationships are built through professional networks, peer referrals, and direct hospital partnerships—not mass outreach or impersonal pipelines. By connecting physicians directly with high-quality inpatient opportunities, Universal Locums supports greater autonomy, sustainable schedules, and long-term professional fulfillment without compromising standards of care
Dr.Balaji
With over 20 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. Balaji is dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients across hospital, office, and nursing home settings. He firmly believes in the power of personalized care, tailoring treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Dr. Balaji’s compassionate approach and commitment to excellence have earned him high patient satisfaction and lasting trust. Whether managing chronic conditions, addressing acute illnesses, or promoting overall well-being, he is here to partner with you to enhance your goals and achieve your objectives .
health is personal, and care should be too. Let’s work together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients .
MEET THE TEAM
At Universal Locums, our dedicated team is the backbone of our success
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Why We are Different
Physician-Led, Not Agency-Driven
Founded and guided by practicing physicians who understand real clinical and operational demands.
Direct Partnerships, No Middlemen
Hospitals work directly with our physicians, eliminating hidden costs and unnecessary layers.
Proven Clinical Experience
Staffed by seasoned hospitalists with strong track records in patient outcomes and efficiency.
Focused on Quality and Accountability
Every assignment is approached with responsibility, transparency, and measurable standards of care.