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 an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 200-day locum tenens assignment in California. This role begins on Jan 12, 2026, and offers a full-time Monday through Friday schedule, day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The focus is on managing walk-in and acute care cases, with an emphasis on procedural visits and supporting immediate patient...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician for a locum tenens assignment in California. This role starts on Jan 12, 2026, and spans 200 days, offering full-time, weekday day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The position focuses on acute care, walk-in visits, and immediate procedural needs within an outpatient setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Jan...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 200-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 12, 2026, offering full-time, weekday day shifts from 8a to 5p. The ideal candidate will manage acute care walk-in cases, procedural visits, and provide high-quality outpatient care to a diverse patient population.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in West Virginia starting Mar 2, 2026. This opportunity spans 126 days and involves a flexible schedule with both inpatient and outpatient duties, including 8a-5p clinic hours, 24-hour call, and coverage for 2-3 weeks per month.Job DetailsLocation: West VirginiaStart Date: Mar 2,...
Location:WV
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced CRNA for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This independent practice opportunity begins on Feb 2, 2026, with 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. The role is ideal for certified professionals with recent case logs, prepared to handle responsibilities in a solo environment.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart...
Location:WI
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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Dentist - GA
We are seeking a General Dentist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia, starting Jan 19, 2026. This locum opportunity features a Monday through Thursday schedule, 8am to 5pm. The assignment focuses on delivering comprehensive general dentistry services in a professional setting.Job DetailsLocation: GeorgiaStart Date: Jan 19, 2026LOA: 120...
Location:GA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting Mar 16, 2026. This role offers Monday through Friday day shifts in an IHS outpatient clinic environment with a steady flow of walk-in patients due to the nearest emergency room being 50 minutes away.Job DetailsLocation: ArizonaFacility Type: Outpatient...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for a 240-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New York. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, and features day shifts from 8AM to 6PM, Monday through Friday. The role is based in an Oncology, Hematology, and Infusion Department, requiring board certification in Hematology and certification in Basic...
Location:NY
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona. This opportunity begins on Mar 16, 2026, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. The role is based in an outpatient IHS clinic that receives a high volume of walk-in patients due to the nearest emergency room being 50 minutes away.Job...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona, starting Mar 16, 2026. This opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, in an outpatient clinic setting with significant walk-in volume due to the nearest emergency room being 50 minutes away.Job DetailsLocation: ArizonaFacility Type: Outpatient...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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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.