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 Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Nebraska, starting Apr 6, 2026. This contract offers a Monday to Friday daytime schedule, serving adult patients in an outpatient primary care setting. The position focuses on well visits, physicals, and preventive care for adults, primarily ages 55 and older.Job...
Location:NE
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - IA
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a locum tenens opportunity in Iowa, specializing in general dentistry with an emphasis on extractions and dentures. This four-day assignment starts May 4, 2026, with daily 8am-5pm shifts. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of relevant experience and be comfortable performing surgical extractions and...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Trauma Surgeon for a locum tenens opportunity in California. This assignment begins on Mar 4, 2026, spans 40 days, and features 24-hour in-house shifts rotating between trauma and acute care surgery at a Trauma Center. Candidates must be comfortable supervising residents and managing a mix of trauma and general surgery...
Location:CA
Specialty:Trauma Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Psychiatrist for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 25, 2026. This opportunity offers day shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with Sundays required and flexible hours. The role involves travel to various jails within the county, providing clinical leadership and direct mental health care within...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Pediatrics Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 17, 2026. This role features day shifts, Monday through Friday, serving a diverse patient population with a high proportion of Spanish-speaking and Medicaid/Medical patients. Locum experience and recent work in a pediatric setting are required.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled General Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New York. This opportunity begins on Feb 23, 2026, and features a day shift from 7am to 5pm. The dentist will focus on extractions, including simple, surgical, and full mouth procedures, and must be proficient in providing dentures. Candidates should have...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California starting Feb 17, 2026. This 60-day opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 8am to 5pm, serving a diverse pediatric population in a community-focused clinic setting.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Feb 17, 2026LOA: 60 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment with our client in Michigan. This four-day assignment begins Feb 23, 2026, and offers a Monday through Thursday schedule with day shifts from 7am to 5pm. Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience and hold an active Michigan dental license.Job DetailsLocation: MichiganStart...
Location:MI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Geriatrician for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Feb 17, 2026, for a 60-day contract. This Monday through Friday, full-time opportunity focuses on PACE work with low patient volume, supporting patients aged 55 and older in underserved communities.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Feb 17, 2026LOA: 60 daysProvider...
Location:CA
Specialty:Geriatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity starts on Mar 2, 2026, and spans 120 days, offering a weekday schedule of Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. The role involves providing outpatient cardiology care within a large, established practice.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart Date:...
Location:WI
Specialty:Cardiology
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.