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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Your new job is waiting in Oregon! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in hematology/oncology to begin coverage in late April. Hours include 8:30a - 4:30p shifts from Tuesdays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling new patient exams, follow ups, active treatments, bone marrow biopsies, and general hem/onc cases. There...
Location:OR
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Your new job is waiting in Oregon! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in hematology/oncology to begin coverage in late April. Hours include 8:30a - 4:30p shifts from Tuesdays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling new patient exams, follow ups, active treatments, bone marrow biopsies, and general hem/onc cases. There...
Location:OR
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in North Carolina is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in neurocritical care to begin coverage in early July. Hours include 12 hour shifts (7a - 7p). The selected locum will be handling arterial/central lines, vent management, lumbar punctures, and other neurocritical...
Location:NC
Specialty:Neurocritical Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in New York is looking for an OB/GYN to begin coverage in early June. Hours include 24 hour shifts (7a - 7a) with a mix of clinic and call coverage. The selected locum will be handling deliveries, C-sections, circumcisions, emergencies, and other OB/GYN cases. There is a chance...
Location:NY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in North Carolina is looking for a physician assistant specializing in neurocritical care to begin coverage in early July. Hours include 12 hour shifts (7a - 7p). The selected locum will be handling arterial/central lines, vent management, lumbar punctures, and other neurocritical...
Location:NC
Specialty:Neurocritical Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Barton Associates is partnering with a hospital in Illinois to place a locum tenens Radiation Oncologist for a 160-day assignment starting May 5, 2025, Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM.Start Date: May 5, 2025LOA: 160 daysSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 4 PMFacility Location: IllinoisProvider Needed: Radiation Oncologist Type of Facility: HospitalRequirements:• Illinois...
Location:IL
Specialty:Radiation Oncology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Geriatric Physician for a locum tenens position at a healthcare facility in Florida. This 120-day assignment begins on 06/16/2025, with a daily schedule from 8:30 AM to 4:20 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a diverse caseload of geriatric patients, including high-risk (15-20%), emerging risk (10-20%), and...
Location:FL
Specialty:Geriatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in General Surgery for a locum tenens position at a Hospital in Maryland. This 140-day assignment starts on 06/02/2025, with a flexible schedule of 5-7 shifts per week, potentially covering either 12-hour night shifts (8 PM to 8 AM) or 24-hour in-house call (8 AM to 8 AM). The ideal candidate...
Location:MD
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Ever wanted to visit California? Now you can with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a pediatrician to begin coverage in early June. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts for 4-5 days per week. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of pediatrics cases and procedures. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This...
Location:CA
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner specializing in General Surgery for a locum tenens position at a Hospital in Maryland. This 140-day assignment starts on 06/02/2025, with a flexible schedule of 5-7 shifts per week, potentially covering either 12-hour night shifts (8 PM to 8 AM) or 24-hour in-house call (8 AM to 8 AM). The ideal candidate...
Location:MD
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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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.