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 Family Practice Physician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma, starting Mar 16, 2026. This outpatient clinic role offers weekday day shifts from 8:00am to 4:30pm, providing an excellent opportunity to work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a modern clinical setting.Job DetailsLocation: OklahomaFacility Type: Outpatient...
Location:OK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 48-day locum tenens assignment at a state-of-the-art military base facility in Virginia. This opportunity starts on Feb 2, 2026, with a Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 5 pm schedule. Candidates must be proficient in root canal procedures and comfortable being the sole dentist in a flexible and supportive...
Location:VA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas beginning Mar 13, 2026. This role requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts (8am-4pm, 3pm-11pm, or 15-hour shifts), as the sole provider managing all urgent care cases and procedures. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent urgent care...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a 134-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Arizona. This opportunity starts on Jun 29, 2026, and features day shifts, Monday through Friday, in an outpatient primary care clinic within a hospital setting. Recent outpatient clinic experience and proficiency with diabetes care are important...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Board Certified Hospitalist for a locum tenens opportunity in New York. This assignment begins on Mar 9, 2026, and spans 42 days, featuring a 7 on/7 off schedule with 12-hour day shifts from 7 am to 7:30 pm. The Hospitalist will handle admitting and/or rounding duties in a closed ICU setting, utilizing Cerner EMR.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NY
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Mar 13, 2026. This contract requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, including 8-hour and 15-hour schedules. The provider will serve as the sole clinician on site and must be prepared to manage a full spectrum of urgent care cases...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, starting Feb 9, 2026. This opportunity features a four-day workweek with alternating long weekends, and shifts include Monday through Friday with varying hours. The Dentist will provide general dentistry services and must be comfortable with IV sedation and utilizing...
Location:CO
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 78-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This opportunity begins on Apr 21, 2026, and features 12-hour night shifts from 6p-7a. The ideal candidate will have strong inpatient bone marrow transplant experience and be comfortable managing both clinic and inpatient responsibilities.Job...
Location:MO
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 78-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Apr 21, 2026. This opportunity involves 12-hour night shifts (6p-7a) with responsibilities in both inpatient and affiliated clinic settings.Job DetailsLocation: MissouriStart Date: Apr 21, 2026LOA: 78 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:MO
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in NY, beginning Feb 17, 2026. This role features a varied schedule, including day and evening shifts, and requires proficiency with Dentrix dental software. The dentist will provide general dentistry services, ensuring high-quality care in a dynamic setting.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NY
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.