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 board-certified or board-eligible Hematologist/Oncologist for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Feb 9, 2026. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule of at least 2 weeks per month with 8 am to 5 pm day shifts. The assignment involves providing comprehensive cancer care, including evaluations, examinations, and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Anesthesiologist for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in New Hampshire starting Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule from 7am to 4pm, focusing on bread and butter cases. Regional anesthesia skills are a plus for this role.Job DetailsLocation: New HampshireStart Date: Jan 26, 2026LOA: 90 daysProvider...
Location:NH
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician for a 240-day locum tenens assignment in Maine, starting Feb 2, 2026. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule with 8am-4pm shifts, splitting time between a clinic and a surgical center. The ideal candidate brings acute and chronic pain management experience and is comfortable...
Location:ME
Specialty:Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified or truly board-eligible Urologist for a locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 19, 2026, for 88 days. This role features a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week with 24-hour call responsibilities, including both weekday and weekend coverage. Candidates must have an active NY license and be open to a credentialing...
Location:NY
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Pediatrician for a 78-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity starts on Feb 9, 2026, and features a schedule of three clinic days per week with 8a-5p shifts, plus four days of call per month. The Pediatrician will provide patient care in a clinic setting and participate in call coverage as required....
Location:IL
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Jan 19, 2026. This is a 1-day coverage opportunity with 8A-5P hours, focusing on pediatric cases and routine dental care. The role requires Medicaid experience, relevant certifications, and proficiency with Dentrix EMR.Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Jan 19, 2026LOA: 1 dayProvider...
Location:TX
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - PA
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 116-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania starting Feb 9, 2026. This opportunity offers a Monday through Thursday schedule with varying daytime hours. The dentist will provide general dentistry services, working within a modern practice that utilizes Dentrix software.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart...
Location:PA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Idaho. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, and features a flexible weekday schedule with options for Monday through Friday 8am-5pm or four 10-hour shifts Tuesday through Friday. The assignment focuses on outpatient cardiology, including echocardiography,...
Location:ID
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in Kansas beginning Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity features three 12-hour shifts per week, with facility hours spanning weekdays and weekends, providing care to patients of all ages in a dynamic urgent care environment.Job DetailsLocation: KansasStart Date: Jan 26,...
Location:KS
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 72-day locum tenens assignment in Kansas, starting Jan 26, 2026. This opportunity offers a consistent schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week, with facility hours from 8am to 8pm Monday through Saturday and 1pm to 7pm on Sunday. The provider should be comfortable seeing patients of all ages in...
Location:KS
Specialty:Urgent Care
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.