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 Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nurse Practitioner for a 130-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, starting Apr 6, 2026. The schedule includes 8-hour days, five days per week, with 7-10 call days per month involving 24-hour call, rounding, consultations, and time in the floor OR.Job DetailsLocation: ColoradoStart Date: Apr...
Location:CO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California starting Jun 1, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule, 8am to 5pm, providing outpatient care to patients of all ages. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of outpatient primary care experience and hold an active, unrestricted...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Hematologist-Oncologist for a locum tenens assignment in Colorado. This opportunity starts on Mar 23, 2026, and spans 95 days, with a clinic-based schedule on Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, plus occasional overnight and weekend call coverage. The physician will primarily care for hematology patients, with...
Location:CO
Specialty:Oncology - Medical
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, with night shifts from 7p-7a. The provider will round on floor-level care patients, participate in ICU procedures, and collaborate with attending physicians to deliver high-quality cardiology care.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NC
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, and features 7p-7a shifts. The provider will round daily on all floor level of care patients admitted to or seen in consultation on the general cardiology service line and perform ICU procedures...
Location:NC
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This 84-day opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and features a 7 on/7 off schedule with 12-hour shifts. The assignment includes both OR and clinic duties, with a focus on endoscopic vein harvesting (EVH) proficiency and perioperative...
Location:MO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Physician Assistant for an 84-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Mar 2, 2026. This role features a 7 on 7 off schedule, 12-hour shifts from 0600-1830, with rotation flexibility and weekend solo coverage alongside attending support.Job DetailsLocation: MissouriStart Date: Mar 2,...
Location:MO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician for a 134-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Arizona. This opportunity starts on Jun 29, 2026, and features day shifts, Monday through Friday, in an outpatient primary care clinic within a hospital setting. Recent outpatient clinic experience and proficiency with diabetes care are important...
Location:AZ
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting Mar 16, 2026. This 84-day opportunity features 24-hour call shifts from 7a-7a. The ideal candidate will bring recent CT case logs and board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart Date: Mar 16, 2026LOA: 84 daysProvider Type...
Location:WI
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas beginning Mar 13, 2026. This role requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts (8am-4pm, 3pm-11pm, or 15-hour shifts), as the sole provider managing all urgent care cases and procedures. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent urgent care...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
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.