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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Dentist - IN
We are seeking a licensed Dentist specializing in general dentistry for a 14-day locum tenens assignment in Indiana. This opportunity begins on Jul 11, 2025, and features a compact schedule from 8am to 3pm on specific days throughout the assignment duration. As the sole provider, you will handle a variety of cases including extractions and dentures,...
Location:IN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a highly skilled Family Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in California, starting on 06/30/2025. This 44-day opportunity involves day shifts from Monday to Friday, emphasizing comprehensive care in a family practice setting. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in family practice or internal medicine, with...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a 2-day locum tenens assignment in New York, starting on Jul 18, 2025. This role involves working closely with an associate dentist to manage a growing backlog of patients, focusing on hygiene and emergency cases. The successful candidate will work from 7:30 AM to 5 PM, ensuring high-quality patient care.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Physician for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Florida. This role begins on Aug 18, 2025, and entails a Monday-Friday clinical schedule, with inpatient MFM and OB read consults, and 24-hour consult call responsibilities. The position requires the handling of both weekday and weekend calls, ensuring comprehensive...
Location:FL
Specialty:Maternal Fetal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a qualified Family Practice Physician to join our integrated care team in California for a 44-day locum tenens assignment starting 06/30/2025. This role involves day shifts from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in family practice or internal medicine, with specific experience in Federally...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Washington. This role begins on Jun 30, 2025, offering a Monday to Friday schedule. The Nurse Practitioner will initially conduct 1-hour appointments, transitioning to 30 minutes as they become accustomed to the system.Job DetailsLocation: WashingtonFacility Type: Tribal...
Location:WA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a focused 60-day locum tenens assignment in Minnesota, starting Jun 23, 2025. The role involves day shifts from Monday to Thursday, leveraging three dental chairs to deliver specialized dental care. This opportunity is ideal for professionals skilled in Dentistry, aiming to apply their expertise in a dynamic environment.Job...
Location:MN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an Anesthesiologist for a 25-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting Sep 8, 2025. This position involves clinic hours and working in the OR with the Surgery team, with on-call duties during nights. The schedule includes 8-hour shifts on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and extended 12-hour shifts on Tuesday and Thursday, all...
Location:WI
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician
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CRNA - WI
We are seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This 25-day role begins on Sep 8, 2025, featuring a schedule that includes clinic hours Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with night call responsibilities, and expanded 12-hour shifts on Tuesday and Thursday, also with night call.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart...
Location:WI
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:CRNA
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Dentist - IL
We are seeking a licensed Dentist specializing in General Dentistry for an 18-day locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This role begins on Aug 4, 2025, and involves working Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing general dentistry services in a supportive environment, leveraging their Dentrix...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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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.