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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.
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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 seeking a skilled Anesthetist for a 250-day assignment in Maine, commencing Jan 4, 2027. This role involves providing comprehensive anesthesia support for a range of surgical cases including orthopedic, podiatric, and general surgery, managing intubation, sedation, and IVs. The Anesthetist will primarily work day shifts and offer occasional assistance...
Location:ME
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
We are seeking a skilled CRNA for a 26-day assignment in California, starting Oct 5, 2026. Our client is looking for a dedicated professional to work 7a to 3p shifts, primarily assisting with EGDs and Colonoscopies.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide anesthesia services for patients undergoing EGDs and Colonoscopies.BenefitsStrong compensationTravel-related...
Location:CA
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
Our client in California is seeking an Anesthetist for a 4-day assignment beginning Nov 10, 2026. This role requires managing anesthesia for patients undergoing EGDs and Colonoscopies, with daily shifts running from 7 AM to 3 PM.Responsibilities and DutiesAdminister and monitor anesthesia for patients undergoing EGDs.Provide comprehensive anesthesia...
Location:CA
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
We are seeking a skilled Physician specializing in Anesthesiology for an assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Nov 14, 2026. This role involves managing outpatient cases across various specialties, caring for patients of all ages, and will include a mix of medical direction and independent case performance, primarily within a standard 5-day, 7:00 AM...
Location:PA
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking an Anesthetist for a 312-day assignment in Tennessee starting Dec 1, 2026. The schedule involves 7a-7p shifts, where you will provide coverage for a diverse range of cases including emergency, general surgery, orthopedics, healthy pediatrics, and OBGYN, with a focus on performing blocks and epidurals.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide...
Location:TN
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
We are seeking an Anesthetist for a 135-day assignment in TN, beginning Dec 1, 2026. The schedule involves shifts from 6a-8p within a surgery center setting. Responsibilities include managing a variety of cases for adults and some pediatric patients, specifically covering shoulder, elbow, hand, wrist, hip, knee, foot, and ankle procedures.Responsibilities...
Location:TN
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
We are seeking an Anesthetist for a 100-day assignment in Florida, beginning Jan 11, 2027. The schedule typically runs from 7 AM to 3 PM, with no call or weekend requirements. The role involves working within a collaborative care team model, primarily focusing on general surgery and orthopedic cases across both hospital and surgery center settings,...
Location:FL
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
We are seeking an Anesthetist for a 120-day assignment in MI, starting Nov 2, 2026. The schedule involves daily shifts from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, providing care in various surgical specialties including General Surgery, Orthopedics, Urology, OBGYN, Cataracts, and Endoscopies within inpatient and outpatient operating room settings, with a preference for...
Location:MI
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
Our client in West Virginia is seeking a dedicated Radiologist for a 96-day assignment beginning Dec 7, 2026. The Physician will be responsible for completing regular 8-hour shifts, primarily focusing on reading from overflow, backlog, and emergency room cases. This role requires the ability to perform 90-100 reads per shift, ensuring comprehensive...
Location:WV
Specialty:Radiology
Provider Type:Physician
We are seeking a skilled Anesthetist for an engaging 96-day assignment in Texas, beginning Feb 1, 2027. The role involves a 4x10 weekly schedule, with shifts from 7 AM to 5 PM, focusing on a Medical Direction Model. Responsibilities include managing EP/Cath lab cases and a variety of general cases.Responsibilities and DutiesParticipate in a Medical...
Location:TX
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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.
