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 experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 45-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features 12-hour per diem shifts from 9am to 9pm at an urgent care facility operating 365 days a year. Candidates must have prior urgent care and family practice experience, with emergency room...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in Iowa, starting Jan 2, 2026. This 6-week opportunity involves inpatient hospital on-call coverage with 24-hour shifts during the first and second weeks of January, including both weekday and weekend call. Candidates with ABOG board certification and C-section experience...
Location:IA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity starts on Jan 5, 2026, and spans 45 days, with per diem shifts available from 9am to 9pm as part of a flexible monthly schedule. Candidates should have urgent care and family practice experience, and emergency room background is...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in New York starting Jan 5, 2026. The schedule runs Monday through Thursday, 8am-6pm. The ideal candidate must be skilled in extractions, dentures, fillings, and crowns, with at least one year of general dentistry experience.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkStart Date: Jan 5, 2026LOA:...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in West Virginia. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and spans 84 days, featuring 7 on/7 off or 14 on/14 off night shifts, typically 13–14 hours per night. Candidates must have Cardiac ICU experience and hold the required certifications.Job...
Location:WV
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 84-day locum tenens assignment in West Virginia. This opportunity begins on Jan 5, 2026, and features a flexible schedule with 7 on/7 off or 14 on/14 off consecutive night shifts, typically 13-14 hours per shift.Job DetailsLocation: West VirginiaStart Date: Jan 5, 2026LOA:...
Location:WV
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a board-certified General Surgeon for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona starting May 4, 2026. This role features a Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour days, scheduled operating room time, and call responsibilities in both clinic and surgical settings.Job DetailsLocation: ArizonaStart Date: May 4, 2026LOA: 60 daysProvider...
Location:AZ
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Acute Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in pediatric cardiology for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Louisiana. This role begins on Feb 1, 2026, and features both day and night shifts, including consecutive weekday and weekend coverage. The nurse practitioner will collaborate directly with pediatric cardiac...
Location:LA
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity begins on Feb 16, 2026, with 12-hour day or night shifts in a critical care and ICU setting. Candidates must be licensed in Wisconsin and be able to start as soon as credentialed, with temporary privileges available for clean...
Location:WI
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting Feb 16, 2026. This opportunity offers 12-hour shifts, either 7a-7p or 7p-7a, focused on critical care and ICU duties. Candidates must be licensed in Wisconsin and board certified in Critical Care Medicine.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart...
Location:WI
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
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.