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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Dentist - MD
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a locum tenens role in Maryland. This opportunity will span 40 days, beginning on Aug 4, 2025, and focuses on delivering general dentistry services. The candidate should be proficient in Dentrix software and capable of managing a diverse range of dental health services. With shifts structured from Monday to Friday,...
Location:MD
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - MO
We are seeking a skilled Dentist with expertise in general dentistry for a locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This role, starting on Jun 30, 2025, offers an excellent opportunity to deliver vital dental care in a focused environment. The ideal candidate will be the sole provider, handling a variety of cases including extractions and dentures. This...
Location:MO
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist with a specialty in Dentistry for a locum tenens assignment in Florida. This temporary position starts on Jun 9, 2025, and is ideal for a professional looking to expand their experience in pediatric dental care. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality dental services in a dynamic practice...
Location:FL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a locum tenens position at a Dental Clinic in Illinois. This 57-day assignment begins 05/28/2025 and runs through August 15, with a varied weekly schedule. The ideal candidate will be proficient in general dentistry procedures, including fillings, crowns, bridges, extractions, partials, and implants. As the sole...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Experienced Anesthesiologist needed for a 28-day locum tenens assignment at a Hospital in North Carolina. The assignment is split across three periods: August 11-18, September 1-15, and November 3-10, 2025. The physician will work Monday through Thursday from 7am to 3pm, with additional night call responsibilities. The role involves providing anesthesia...
Location:NC
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
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Experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant needed for an 80-day locum tenens assignment at a Clinic in California. Starting 06/30/2025, this full-time position requires coverage Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. The PA will provide comprehensive family medicine care, including management of chronic conditions, preventative services, and women's...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Experienced Family Practice Nurse Practitioner needed for an 80-day locum tenens assignment at a Clinic in California. Starting 06/30/2025, this full-time position requires coverage Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. The NP will provide comprehensive family medicine care, including management of chronic conditions, preventative services, and women's...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Experienced General Dentist needed for a 54-day locum tenens assignment at a Dental Clinic in Pennsylvania. Starting 06/04/2025, this position requires coverage Tuesday through Friday with varying daily start times. The dentist will provide comprehensive general dentistry services, including routine exams, treatments, and procedures. Responsibilities...
Location:PA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Experienced Family Practice Physician needed for an 80-day locum tenens assignment at a Clinic in California. Starting 06/30/2025, this full-time position requires coverage Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. The physician will handle a variety of family medicine cases, including chronic conditions management, preventative care, and women's health...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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Experienced General Dentist needed for a 38-day locum tenens assignment at a Dental Clinic in Kansas. Starting 06/09/2025, this position requires coverage from 8am to 4:30pm on specific dates in June and July. The dentist will be the sole provider, responsible for general dentistry procedures with a focus on extractions and dentures. This role demands...
Location:KS
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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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.