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 an Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This position begins Jan 5, 2026, and spans 100 days, with alternating Monday-Friday shifts (8am-4pm or 12pm-8pm). The ideal candidate is experienced in fast-paced urgent care, comfortable with all aspects of urgent care practice, and values adaptability in a...
Location:MI
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - IL
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois starting Feb 28, 2026. This opportunity offers a 1-day assignment with shift hours from 7:30am to 2:00pm. The Dentist will provide professional dental care to patients in need of treatment in a supportive clinical setting.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart Date: Feb 28,...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - SC
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 52-day locum tenens assignment in South Carolina, starting Feb 23, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Thursday schedule with daytime hours from 7:45am to 5pm. The role involves providing general dentistry services, ensuring comprehensive care for patients in a dynamic clinical environment. Proficiency...
Location:SC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Mar 10, 2026, for a 1-day assignment with shift hours from 7a to 12p. The role focuses on providing skin cancer screenings, ideal for candidates with 1-2 years of dermatology or skin cancer screening experience or new graduates...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Pediatric Radiologist for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan starting Feb 16, 2026. This role offers a varied schedule including day shifts and evening on-call hours, with responsibilities covering X-ray, ultrasound, STAT CT, fluoroscopy, and select MRI cases.Job DetailsLocation: MichiganStart Date: Feb 16, 2026LOA: 90 daysProvider...
Location:MI
Specialty:Pediatric Radiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts. This is a one-day contract on Mar 5, 2026, with shift hours from 7am to 12pm. The assignment is ideal for practitioners with 1 to 2 years of experience in dermatology or skin cancer screenings, or new graduates who completed similar rotations.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity starts on Mar 4, 2026, with a shift from 7a to 12p as part of a corporate wellness event. The assignment focuses on conducting skin cancer screenings and is ideal for NPs with 1-2 years of experience in dermatology or skin cancer screenings,...
Location:IL
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This position starts Jan 12, 2026, with day shifts scheduled Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality urgent care services during this defined contract period.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois on Feb 25, 2026. This opportunity features a morning shift from 7a to 12p and is ideal for professionals with experience in dermatology or skin cancer screenings, including new graduates who gained relevant experience during their clinical rotations.Job...
Location:IL
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 12, 2026, with a schedule of day shifts Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. The ideal candidate will possess experience in family medicine and urgent care settings, providing high-quality patient...
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.