Locum Tenens Jobs for Healthcare Providers
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Every day, Barton Associates lists new locum tenens job openings from healthcare facilities and practices nationwide in a wide variety of medical specialties.
Search now to find top locum tenens jobs for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dentists, psychologists, and more!
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Unlike temp jobs, locum tenens jobs run for a pre-determined period of time, but many locum tenens jobs include an option for extension.
Locum medical providers hold all the same qualifications as their perm counterparts, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
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We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 6-week locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts. This opportunity begins on Aug 25, 2025, and involves up to 10 hours per week of collaboration and consulting. The psychiatrist will act as an interim medical director, primarily working with a multidisciplinary team to oversee medication management and provide guidance...
Location:MA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner specialized in Occupational Medicine for a 12-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Sep 1, 2025. This role involves comprehensive family practice for school district employees, working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with shifts from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Medicine Physician Assistant for a 12-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Sep 1, 2025, and features a schedule of day shifts on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The position is specifically designed to cater to school district employees, ensuring their health and wellness through dedicated...
Location:CA
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Dentist experienced in Dentistry for a locum tenens role in Oklahoma. This 60-day assignment starts on Aug 11, 2025, featuring a Monday-Friday schedule with shifts from 8am to 5pm. This position offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic two-dentist clinic, where the patient load varies daily based on scheduled procedures.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:OK
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - OR
We are seeking a licensed Dentist specializing in Dentistry for a 57-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Sep 2, 2025, and involves day shifts from Monday to Thursday. The professional will start each day with an 8 AM meeting before proceeding with patient care until 5 PM.Job DetailsLocation: OregonStart Date: Sep 2, 2025LOA:...
Location:OR
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner for a 53-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting on Sep 15, 2025. This role involves providing psychiatric care to patients of all ages in an outpatient setting and assisting with consults on the medical and emergency department floors. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm.Job...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - WI
We are seeking a Dentist specializing in General Dentistry for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This 29-day opportunity begins on Aug 25, 2025, and offers a schedule of day shifts from Monday to Wednesday and a late start on Thursday, with an early finish on Friday. The role involves being the sole provider, handling cases including extractions...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a qualified Dentist with expertise in general dentistry for a locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Aug 1, 2025. This 108-day role requires a commitment to weekday shifts, with one Saturday shift per month, ensuring comprehensive patient care in a dynamic setting.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkStart Date: Aug 1, 2025LOA: 108 daysProvider...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a dedicated Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts, starting Sep 10, 2025. This position involves night shifts from 7pm to 7am, with flexibility for a 7 on/7 off rotation. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in ICU and critical care, with proficiency in Epic EMR systems.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MA
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts beginning on Sep 10, 2025. The role involves night shifts from 7pm to 7am, with flexibility to work either three shifts per week or a 7 on / 7 off rotation. This position requires experience in critical care environments, and additional procedural...
Location:MA
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Who We Work With
Locum Tenens Jobs In Hundreds of Provider Types and Specialties
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner Jobs
From advance practice and pain management, to primary care, your specialty is needed for our open locum tenens nurse practitioner jobs!
Hospitals, practices, and healthcare companies are turning to locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) to manage growing patient populations with the United States, including Nurse Practitioners specializing in Family Practice, Psychiatry, Urgent Care, Pediatric, Emergency Medicine, Neurology, and dozens of other specialties.
Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs
Demand for locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) is at an all-time high, which means it is a great time to take advantage of the freedom, flexibility, and unmatched earning potential that comes with locum tenens PA jobs!
In-demand PA roles include family practice, urgent care, addiction medicine, pediatrics, wound care, surgery, and more!
Locum Tenens Dentist Jobs
Locum tenens dentist jobs are one of the fastest growing segments of the industry. Locum dentists are in demand in a variety of specialties including General Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Orthodontics, and Periodontics.
Barton works with locum dentists in all 50 states for a variety of exciting opportunities. Locum dentists can make up to 56% more than their perm dentist counterparts.
Locum Tenens Physician Jobs
The number of doctor locum tenens jobs grows every day as more companies, practices, and hospitals turn to locum tenens physicians to fill their vacant positions.
Whether you’re a doctor who is board certified or non-board certified, Barton has an opportunity for you.
In-demand jobs include Cardiology, Ob/Gyns, Family Practice, Pedatrics, and Surgery of all specialties.
Locum Tenens Job FAQs
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Include Malpractice Insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all healthcare professionals who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our malpractice insurance here.
Can New Grads Work Locum Tenens Jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience, as well as explore a specialty to see if it’s right for you.
While some locum tenens healthcare jobs require a prerequisite amount of experience or skill set, many others do not. New graduates can also increase their chances of securing a locum tenens healthcare role with in-demand certifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your needs and skill set.
Who Works Locum Tenens Jobs?
Although locum tenens work has its roots in the 1970s when American rural areas required additional physician staffing for their medically underserved populations, the industry has expanded to included healthcare providers of all types in all 50 states.
More than 85% of healthcare facilities rely on locum work, including locum nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and dentists.
Do Locum Tenens Jobs Pay More?
Yes! Locum tenens jobs are not directly comparable with perm jobs because permanent providers are salaried, while locum tenens are paid an hourly rate, but locum tenens providers typically outearn perm providers on an hourly basis, sometimes earning more than twice as much as their perm counterparts.
There are a variety of reasons locum tenens workers often earn more than their perm counterparts. This is partly because facilities use locum jobs to fill in urgent vacancy, often for in-demand roles, and pay competitively as a result. Variations in pay can also result from location, experience, urgency, and a long list of other variables. Check out our locum tenens salary guides to learn how much more you might earn in a locum role.
How Do I Find Locum Tenens Jobs Near Me?
We place healthcare professionals in all 50 states. Find locum tenens jobs near you or choose an assignment in another state – travel expenses are covered by Barton.
To filter by location, select the state dropdown filter to limit locum job listings to the states of your choice. You can also connect to a recruiter who can recommend listings based on your qualifications and desired work locales.