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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!
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.
We are actively seeking an experienced Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a compelling 72-day assignment in Ohio, commencing Oct 5, 2026. This pivotal role requires covering flexible 12 or 24 hour OB Hospitalist shifts, primarily focused on rounding within the Labor & Delivery unit and delivering comprehensive obstetric care. Duties will also encompass...
Location:OH
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for a 60-day assignment with our client in California, commencing on Jun 29, 2026. This role involves comprehensive weekday and Saturday clinic coverage, ensuring a consistent 5-day work week with a day off provided when working a Saturday. Responsibilities include assessing and consulting clinic patients of...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician for an engaging 60-day assignment in California, starting Jun 29, 2026. This role involves clinic coverage Monday through Friday, with two Saturdays per month, providing care for patients of all ages, from routine check-ups to managing acute conditions such as cold, cough, flu, rashes, scrapes, and burns.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in WA is seeking a skilled Urology Physician Assistant to begin a 60-day assignment starting Jun 29, 2026. This role involves a Monday to Friday clinic schedule from 0800-1700, focusing on managing various urological conditions, including yearly refills, erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, and male incontinence, along with performing cystoscopies...
Location:WA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are actively seeking an Orthodontist for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Mississippi, commencing Sep 28, 2026. This role involves consistent 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM shifts, where you will manage a diverse range of patient needs. Key responsibilities include performing Invisalign treatments, executing bonding procedures, and handling comprehensive...
Location:MS
Specialty:Orthodontics And Dentofacial Orthopedics
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a Cardiologist Physician for a 60-day assignment in New York, beginning Aug 17, 2026. This role involves a Monday - Thursday schedule from 8am to 6pm, focusing on reading nuclear stress tests and participating in hospital consult service rotations to support the team.Responsibilities and DutiesRead nuclear portions of stress testsParticipate...
Location:NY
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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Our client in Wisconsin is seeking a skilled Dentist for a 30-day assignment starting Jun 29, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive general dentistry services, including crowns, bridges, and extractions, with a daily schedule from 8AM to 4:30PM. The chosen Dentist will play a vital role in patient care, addressing a variety of dental needs.Responsibilities...
Location:WI
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced Obstetrics/Gynecology Physician for a 91-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Sep 1, 2026. This role involves varied 12-hour shifts with both in-house and beeper call, focusing on comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology procedures, including managing low and high-risk pregnancies, performing various types of deliveries,...
Location:PA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
Our client in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nurse Practitioner for an 84-day assignment starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves 0600-1830 shifts split between the OR and clinic, with a focus on Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH) proficiency, assisting with ECMO cannulations, and managing pre/post-operative...
Location:MO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
We are seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for an 84-day assignment with our client in Missouri, starting Jul 13, 2026. This role involves 0600-1830 shifts, covering both operating room and clinic duties, with a strong focus on endovascular vein harvesting proficiency, assisting in ECMO cannulations, and managing pre...
Location:MO
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
