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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Dentist - NY
We are seeking a General Dentist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New York. This opportunity begins Nov 10, 2025, and features a Monday through Thursday schedule with day shifts from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm. The dentist will provide office-based patient care in a supportive environment, focusing on comprehensive dental services throughout...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a qualified Dentist for a 55-day locum tenens assignment in Michigan beginning Nov 3, 2025. This role offers a Monday through Wednesday schedule, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm each day, and involves providing dental care and overseeing patient cases using Dentrix EMR. Candidates must demonstrate recent dental experience with no recent gaps in their...
Location:MI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 3, 2025, with a 120-day commitment. This opportunity features day shifts, Monday through Friday, serving a rural FQHC environment with volumes of 20+ patients per day. Candidates must speak Spanish, possess active California medical licensure, and be...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a licensed Psychologist for a 115-day locum tenens assignment specializing in psychology in Rhode Island. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and features day shifts from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. The psychologist will work primarily with nursing home-level patients who have low acuity, including those with dementia,...
Location:RI
Specialty:Psychology
Provider Type:Psychologist
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We are seeking a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland, starting Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity features 24-hour in-house shifts, providing coverage for Gyn, ED consults, and OB care. The assignment is ideal for experienced specialists seeking a dynamic, high-acuity environment.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MD
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - KY
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky beginning Nov 7, 2025. This role offers a Monday through Friday schedule with varied hours, and the provider will serve as the sole Dentist on site. The ideal candidate will be proficient in general dentistry, including extractions and dentures, and hold current BLS...
Location:KY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - NM
We are seeking a Pediatric Dentist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This role begins Jan 5, 2026, with a Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm schedule. The assignment involves providing care for pediatric patients in a high-volume setting, seeing up to 40-50 patients per day. Proficiency with Dentrix dental software is required.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NM
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Board Certified Psychologist for a 104-day locum tenens assignment in Massachusetts, starting Oct 27, 2025. This role offers a flexible two-day-per-week schedule between Monday and Friday, with shifts from 10am to 5pm. The Psychologist will conduct TBI and mental health exams, cognitive assessments, and utilize provided note templates...
Location:MA
Specialty:Psychology
Provider Type:Psychologist
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We are seeking a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in New York starting Jan 5, 2026. This flexible opportunity offers sporadic ongoing scheduling for in-house call, including nights and weekends, with options for weekday and weekend 24-hour shifts available throughout the year.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkStart...
Location:NY
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 91-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity features 8-hour shifts in a mix of ER and urgent care settings, with coverage for same day and next day appointments as well as walk-in patients.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 1, 2025LOA:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
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.