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 Dentist for a 57-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Oregon. This opportunity begins Jan 5, 2026, and offers a Monday through Wednesday schedule with 8a-5p day shifts. The Dentist will provide a broad range of general dentistry procedures, working alongside another provider to cover 24 shifts per month. Holidays...
Location:OR
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Endocrinologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in West Virginia. This role starts on Dec 15, 2025, offering a Monday through Friday schedule from 8am to 4pm with 1:3 weekend call coverage. The position involves providing care in a Trauma setting and requires board certification in Endocrinology and...
Location:WV
Specialty:Endocrinology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Internal Medicine Physician for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in Florida. This opportunity begins on Nov 10, 2025, and offers a schedule of 8am-4pm with specific dates outlined below. The assignment is ideal for a physician seeking short-term coverage in a dynamic clinical environment.Job DetailsLocation: FloridaStart Date: Nov...
Location:FL
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Surgery - Neurological Physician Assistant for a 100-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, starting Dec 3, 2025. This role offers a flexible schedule with four 10-hour shifts per week, focused on floor work within neurological surgery. Candidates with at least two years of neurosurgery experience are strongly preferred.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MO
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled General Dentist for a 1-day locum tenens assignment as the sole provider in Alabama. This opportunity starts on Nov 26, 2025, with shift hours from 7am to 5pm. The ideal candidate will be experienced in general dentistry, including extractions and dentures, and will deliver high-quality patient care in a focused clinical setting.Job...
Location:AL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Surgery - Neurological Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Missouri. This opportunity starts on Dec 3, 2025, and spans a 100-day assignment working four 10-hour shifts per week with flexible days. The provider will engage in floor work within a neurological surgical setting, delivering specialized patient care in a collaborative...
Location:MO
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a General Dentist for a 2-day locum tenens assignment as the sole provider in Pennsylvania. This opportunity starts on Nov 26, 2025, with scheduled shifts on Monday and Wednesday, including extractions and dentures as required services. The ideal candidate will hold an active Pennsylvania dental license and current BLS and DEA certifications.Job...
Location:PA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This 5-day opportunity begins on Mar 23, 2026, and features 24-hour out-of-house second call coverage. Candidates must be proficient in performing C-sections and hold current BLS and DEA certifications. This position offers flexibility based on provider...
Location:MI
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Optometrist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in Montana, starting Jan 5, 2026. This opportunity features a Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and is ideal for professionals with at least two years of recent clinical experience and a commitment to quality patient care in optometry.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:MT
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Arizona. This opportunity starts on Dec 29, 2025, and features a Monday through Friday schedule with day shifts from 8am to 5pm. The assignment involves working in an outpatient primary care clinic located within a hospital, providing care to patients...
Location:AZ
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.