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 Surgical Physician Assistant for a 48-week locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Oct 20, 2025. This role involves day shifts from 7am to 7pm, with responsibilities including first assist in surgeries. Weekend shifts are required on occasion.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkStart Date: Oct 20, 2025LOA: 48 weeksProvider Type Needed:...
Location:NY
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Florida, starting on Sep 22, 2025. This role primarily involves 24-hour call coverage for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, including postoperative patient rounding. This fast-paced trauma center offers a dynamic work environment with PA and RNFA support,...
Location:FL
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a qualified Optometrist for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Virginia, starting on Sep 8, 2025. This role involves conducting eye exams, diagnosing and treating ocular diseases, and advising patients on follow-up care, primarily within assisted living and nursing home settings. The work schedule is set for weekdays from 8:30 AM to...
Location:VA
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - UT
We are seeking a skilled Dentist with expertise in General Dentistry for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Utah. This urgent opportunity starts on Sep 19, 2025, requiring proficiency in extractions and dentures. Working hours are from 8am to 1pm, serving as the sole provider.Job DetailsLocation: UtahStart Date: Sep 19, 2025LOA: 1 dayProvider Type...
Location:UT
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a highly skilled Family Practice Nurse Practitioner to join our team in Nevada. This locum tenens position, starting on Aug. 18, 2025, involves a 120-day assignment with a primary focus on women's health. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 8-5, with 4 hours of weekly administrative time, providing care including...
Location:NV
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Maternal Fetal Medicine Physician for a 25-day locum tenens assignment in Florida. This role begins on Oct 20, 2025, and includes a schedule of inpatient and clinical duties from Monday to Friday, with calls during weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidate will handle inpatient MFM and OB Read Consults, providing expert care and guidance.Job...
Location:FL
Specialty:Maternal Fetal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist specialized in General Dentistry for a 10-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky. The role starts on Sep 5, 2025, and involves day shifts from Monday to Wednesday, and Friday, with specific working hours detailed below. This position requires proficiency in extractions and dentures, offering a unique opportunity to...
Location:KY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - AL
We are seeking a Dentist for a one-day locum tenens assignment in Alabama, starting on Sep 22, 2025. This role is perfect for professionals with pediatric experience or general dentists willing to see pediatric patients. The workday is structured from 8a-5p, providing an efficient and focused environment.Job DetailsLocation: AlabamaStart Date: Sep 22,...
Location:AL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Hospice/Palliative Care Physician for a 53-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, focusing on inpatient care. This role starts on Sept. 8, 2025, and involves a schedule of Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in palliative care and must hold an active board certification. Apply today!Job...
Location:MO
Specialty:Hospice/Palliative Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Psychiatrist for a 100-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity begins on Oct 6, 2025, and involves working four 8-hour days per week with flexible scheduling options. The Psychiatrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services, utilizing the EMR system Epic to ensure efficient patient care.Job...
Location:WI
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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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.