Locum tenens jobs for physicians, NPs, PAs, CRNAs, and dentists who want more flexibility, competitive pay, and a faster, simpler path to work.
Thousands of clinicians partner with Barton Associates to increase earning potential, reduce burnout, and create flexibility. Whether transitioning, scaling back, or exploring what’s next, locum tenens offers meaningful career opportunities.
Choose when, where, and how you practice with the flexibility to adapt as your life and career evolve
Access competitive, high-paying opportunities with clear expectations and no guesswork
Build new skills, expand your network, and gain exposure to different care settings across the country.
Barton supports 12 high-demand specialties and 149 subspecialties. Earn more, find flexibility and gain freedom with opportunities that match your skills and training.
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Explore locum tenens jobs by state and uncover real-time opportunities across the country.
Input your specialty, licensing, and location details to find the best jobs for your unique preferences.
We find assignments that fit your skills and preferences.
End-to-end support so nothing slows down between match and start.
Show up, do what you do best, and earn CE credits and financial optimization along the way.
Take your next role or time off. Your call!
Dr. Deborah didn’t just take a locum assignment. She used it to rebuild her confidence, explore new environments, and rediscover what practicing medicine could feel like.
Read how Dr. Deborah reclaimed medicine on her own terms.
Read MoreFrom your first assignment to your fiftieth, Barton supports every step so you can focus on practicing, not paperwork.
We learn how you want to practice so you spend less time fielding irrelevant jobs and more time stepping into assignments that move your career forward.
Your credentials: verified once, shared instantly. Your licenses, certifications, education, work history, and references live in one secure digital credential wallet. Instead of filling out the same forms over and over, your verified credentials can be shared with a facility in seconds.
Through our partnership with Earned, you get access to personalized tax optimization - helping you keep more of what you earn while we handle the details.
WeEarn reflective practice and self-serve, accredited, expert-led medical education with our partners Learner+ and CME Outfitters.
Find answers to common questions about our locum tenens opportunities.
Locum tenens refers to healthcare providers who take temporary assignments at hospitals, clinics, or medical facilities to fill staffing gaps. These roles can range from a few days to several months and are typically arranged through a staffing agency like Barton Associates.
“Locum tenens” is Latin for “to hold the place of.” The term dates back to the 1600s, but its modern healthcare usage began in the 1970s when rural and underserved areas needed flexible physician coverage. Today, locum tenens is a core part of the U.S. healthcare workforce, with more than 85% of facilities using locum providers across all 50 states.
Locum tenens attracts clinicians who want more control over how they practice medicine. Common motivations include:
Locum tenens plays a critical role in maintaining patient access to care. It helps:
As healthcare systems face longer recruiting timelines and rising demand, locum tenens has shifted from a temporary fix to a strategic workforce solution.
No. While physicians make up a large portion of the workforce, locum tenens also includes nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dentists, and other licensed providers.
Assignments can range from a few days to several months, depending on the facility’s needs.
Often, yes, but some locums stay local. Many assignments include travel and housing, making it a popular option for clinicians who want to explore new locations.
In many cases, yes. Locum tenens roles often offer competitive pay rates, especially for high-demand specialties or urgent coverage needs. View salary guide.
Most clinicians work with a staffing agency like Barton Associates, which connects providers with vetted opportunities and handles logistics like credentialing, travel, and malpractice coverage. Explore jobs.
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