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 dedicated Dentist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Sep 22, 2025. This role offers a consistent schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on general dentistry practices. Ideal candidates will have experience in IHS/FQHC or rural health settings, and proficiency with the Epic EMR system is highly...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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CRNA - CA
We are seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Oct 27, 2025, focusing on Anesthesiology with a variety of cases except trauma, OB, peds under 2, and cardiac. Daily shifts extend from early morning to late evening, integrating spine and neuro specialties prominently.Job...
Location:CA
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking a dedicated Dentist for an 11-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This essential role begins on Oct 3, 2025, and features a manageable schedule from Monday to Thursday 8 AM - 5 PM, and Friday 8 AM - 1 PM. The selected candidate will serve as the sole provider, focusing on general dentistry, including extractions and dentures.Job...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - WI
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting on Oct 30, 2025. The successful candidate will be the sole provider at the facility, working from Monday to Wednesday 8am-5pm, Thursday 9am-6pm, and Friday 8am-12pm. This role requires proficiency in general dentistry including extractions and dentures.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 68-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This role commences on Sep 15, 2025, involving full-time day shifts from Monday to Friday. The position centers on supervising APPs, managing sick calls, infirmary rounding, and overseeing chronic and preventative care procedures.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Psychiatrist for a locum tenens position at a Mental Health facility in Ohio. This opportunity offers a flexible schedule of 4 hours every other week or once per month, between Tuesday and Friday, from 10am-5pm. The assignment begins on 09/22/2025, and is expected to last for 26 days, with a possibility of extension. The ideal...
Location:OH
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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Our client in Rhode Island is seeking a qualified Psychiatrist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment, starting on Sep 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, focusing on inpatient civil and forensic psychiatric care, including schizophrenia, mental health issues, and some personality disorders. This role requires a board...
Location:RI
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - IA
We are seeking a qualified Dentist with experience in General Dentistry for a short-term locum tenens assignment in Iowa. This two-day role begins on Oct 9, 2025, and features daily shifts from 7 am to 4 pm. The successful candidate will be the sole provider, focusing on extractions, dentures, and other general dental duties.Job DetailsLocation: IowaStart...
Location:IA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma. This position starts on Sep 22, 2025, and involves the sole provider working from 8am to 5pm. The dentist will primarily handle extractions and dentures, ensuring comprehensive dental care and patient satisfaction.Job DetailsLocation: OklahomaStart Date: Sep 22, 2025LOA:...
Location:OK
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - CA
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a short-term locum tenens assignment in California, specializing in General Dentistry. The role begins on Oct 9, 2025, for a 2-day period, with shifts on Thursday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday from 7 AM to 12 PM. As the sole provider, the candidate will handle extractions, dentures, and related duties.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
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.