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 Emergency Medicine Doctor for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This role begins on Mar 1, 2026, and requires 12-hour emergency department coverage with both night and day shifts available. The schedule offers 5-10+ shifts per month on an ongoing basis, providing a dynamic opportunity to deliver high-quality...
Location:NY
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Cardiologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Louisiana, starting May 25, 2026. This opportunity offers a flexible clinic schedule, with standard outpatient cardiology duties and options for four or five clinic days per week.Job DetailsLocation: LouisianaStart Date: May 25, 2026LOA: 120 daysProvider...
Location:LA
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens OB Laborist assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Apr 6, 2026, and spans a 60-day assignment, offering 24-hour in-house call shifts (7am-7am) with a typical schedule of 6-10 shifts per month. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient obstetric and gynecological...
Location:TX
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - AR
We are seeking a skilled Dentist with experience in general dentistry for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in Arkansas. Starting Mar 16, 2026, this opportunity features day shifts with hours from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, and a shorter shift on the final day. The ideal candidate must be proficient in surgical and simple extractions as well as denture procedures,...
Location:AR
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 158-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Arizona, beginning May 26, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule in an IHS outpatient clinic setting with a high volume of walk-in patients.Job DetailsLocation: ArizonaFacility Type: IHS Outpatient ClinicStart Date:...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Pediatric Hospitalist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Apr 1, 2026. This opportunity features night shifts from 7pm to 7am, with responsibilities in inpatient pediatrics, NICU coverage, and emergency department consultations.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Apr 1, 2026LOA: 120 daysProvider Type...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatric Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in Urgent Care for a locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Apr 1, 2026, with an average of 32-40 hours per week on a varied shift schedule, including weekday and weekend coverage. The assignment duration is 40 days and offers the chance to provide high-quality patient care...
Location:OR
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist for a 12-week locum tenens assignment in California starting Mar 2, 2026. This role offers a flexible schedule of 4 hours per month and focuses on providing psychiatric care to adolescents, teens, and CSEC patients. Candidates must have exclusively practiced and lived in California for...
Location:CA
Specialty:Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 45-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 27, 2026, and features 24-hour call coverage, with emergent cases presenting 3-4 days per shift and up to 7-15 shifts available each month. The ideal candidate will have recent inpatient privileges and a robust case...
Location:CA
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board certified or truly board eligible Hematology/Oncology Physician for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This opportunity begins on Apr 6, 2026, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday. The position focuses on lung cancer as the primary area, with a secondary emphasis on general and benign hematology, and includes...
Location:MI
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
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.