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 Certified Nurse Midwife specializing in Obstetrics/Gynecology for a 180-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features Monday through Friday 8am-5pm clinic hours, with backup call every night and some 24-hour call shifts. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a clinic setting...
Location:OR
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana starting Jan 1, 2026. This role offers flexible PRN scheduling with 10-15 shifts per month, each shift running from 8am to 8pm. Candidates must have at least 2 recent years of urgent care experience and be prepared to act as the sole provider,...
Location:LA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 192-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role features an almost entirely telehealth schedule, Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 5pm with a half-hour lunch, and requires onsite presence one week every two months. The position emphasizes consults and follow-up visits,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a board-certified Neonatologist for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in Texas starting Dec 13, 2025. This role features 24-hour shifts with rounding plus call from home or hotel, covering a NICU and newborn nursery. The assignment is ideal for a doctor eager to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a hospital working towards a...
Location:TX
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in Arizona. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with an 18-day contract length and involves providing care during 2-3 shifts per month, each shift lasting 24 hours from 8 a.m. to 8 a.m. Join our client in delivering essential women's health services in a dynamic...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Jun 15, 2026, and lasts 43 days, featuring split shifts in the morning and evening. The role is ideal for candidates with experience in urgent care, emergency room, family practice, summer camp settings, and those who are good...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking a General Dentist for a 50-day locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 5, 2026. This role features a Monday schedule from 9am to 7pm and Tuesday through Thursday from 8am to 6pm, with specific multi-day blocks throughout January, February, and March. The assignment requires proficiency in extractions and dentures, as well as...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Rheumatologist for a locum tenens opportunity in Arizona. This assignment starts Feb 2, 2026, runs for 70 days, and features a clinic-only schedule with day shifts, Monday through Friday, for two consecutive weeks per month. This is an excellent opportunity to provide outpatient rheumatology care in...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Rheumatology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - IL
We are seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Feb 28, 2026, and features a single shift from 7:30am to 2:00pm. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in general dentistry and provide professional dental care to patients in need of treatment.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026, for a 40-day commitment. The schedule involves weekday, daytime hours (8a - 5p, Monday through Friday) with alternating weeks through the end of April. This opportunity is ideal for a provider experienced in outpatient GYN and prenatal care, especially in...
Location:CA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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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.