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 Cardiologist for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and spans 20 days, with a Monday through Friday schedule split between clinic and hospital settings and no call responsibilities.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkStart Date: Jan 5, 2026LOA: 20 daysProvider Type...
Location:NY
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 3-day locum tenens assignment as the sole provider in Iowa. This opportunity starts on Nov 24, 2025, with day shifts from 7:30am to 5pm, and requires proficiency in general dentistry, including extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation: IowaStart Date: Nov 24, 2025LOA: 3 daysProvider Type Needed: DentistSchedule:...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Hospitalist for a 42-day locum tenens nocturnist assignment with our client in Maryland, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time opportunity features a 7-on/7-off night schedule, covering floors and admissions alongside a team of physicians, with shifts from 7pm to 7am and occasional 3pm to 3am coverage.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MD
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Psychologist for a 52-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 15, 2025. This flexible opportunity offers workdays on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday between 9am and 5pm PST, focusing on TBI and mental health assessments.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 15, 2025LOA: 52 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychology
Provider Type:Psychologist
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We are seeking an Anesthesiologist for a 2-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin beginning Dec 29, 2025. This opportunity offers a mix of weekday 8-hour days, clinic and call, and 24-hour call coverage, providing an engaging short-term role for a skilled anesthesiology professional.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart Date: Dec 29, 2025LOA: 2 daysProvider...
Location:WI
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - AL
We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for an 8-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Alabama. This short-term opportunity begins on Jan 7, 2026, offering day shifts from 7:45am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday, with a dedicated lunch break from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Candidates should be skilled in comprehensive general dentistry and comfortable...
Location:AL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a consistent Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The provider will be responsible for all aspects of Family Medicine in an outpatient clinic,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting Dec 15, 2025. This opportunity spans 5 days and features a Monday through Wednesday daytime schedule. The dentist will serve as the sole provider, focusing on extractions, dentures, and comprehensive general dentistry care.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a board-certified Radiation Oncologist for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in Kansas starting Dec 20, 2025. This opportunity offers day shifts Monday through Friday, with scheduled weekend and weeknight call coverage. The assignment includes on-treatment visits, daily treatments, and emergency consults.Job DetailsLocation: KansasStart...
Location:KS
Specialty:Radiation Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in California. This 120-day opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role involves comprehensive outpatient clinic duties in a rural setting, managing a wide variety of patient cases.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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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.