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 - CA
We are seeking a qualified Dentist for a short-term locum tenens position in California, focusing on general dentistry. This role starts on Sep 2, 2025, and runs until Oct 3, 2025, spanning a period of 24 days. The selected candidate will work Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM, ensuring comprehensive dental care...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a well-established FQHC in South Dakota, starting Nov 17, 2025. This role involves Monday-Friday day shifts from 8a-5p, providing general outpatient family medicine with a very manageable workload.Job DetailsLocation: South DakotaFacility Type: FQHCStart Date: Nov 17,...
Location:SD
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Family Medicine Physician for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Indiana. This role commences on Sep 15, 2025, and features a flexible schedule, including day shifts from 8am-5pm and occasional evening shifts until 7pm. The physician will engage in comprehensive family medicine care covering patients of all ages, focusing on both...
Location:IN
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Neonatology Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin. This opportunity, starting on Sep 20, 2025, involves providing sporadic coverage on specific dates through Oct 31, 2025. The role requires 24-hour shifts from 7a-7a, demanding a high level of dedication and expertise in neonatal care.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart...
Location:WI
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in California, beginning on Oct 20, 2025. This role requires conducting bone marrow biopsies and managing cases in Hematology and Oncology, with a Monday to Friday schedule from 8a to 5p. The ideal candidate should be proficient with the Epic EMR system and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Oct 20, 2025, and features a Monday-Friday schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role requires experience in hematology oncology, specifically proficiency in bone marrow biopsies.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Hospitalist Physician for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Kentucky. This role commences on Aug 26, 2025, and involves a consistent schedule of 7am-7pm shifts. The Physician will be required to handle ED admits and manage patient care effectively.Job DetailsLocation: KentuckyStart Date: Aug 26, 2025LOA: 42 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:KY
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - SC
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 53-day locum tenens assignment in South Carolina, starting Jul 28, 2025. This role involves daytime shifts from Monday to Thursday, focusing on general dentistry practices including Root Canals and Invisalign, using Dentrix.Job DetailsLocation: South CarolinaStart Date: Jul 28, 2025LOA: 53 daysProvider Type...
Location:SC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a highly skilled Dentist with expertise in Dentistry for a locum tenens role in Florida. This rewarding opportunity, starting on Jul 28, 2025, and lasting for 20 days, offers a schedule from Monday to Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Thursday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The successful candidate will handle a full scope of general dental...
Location:FL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a Hand Surgeon for a 16-week locum tenens assignment in Idaho. This pivotal role commences on Sep 2, 2025, and entails a 24-hour on-call schedule, addressing conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, arthritis, and tendon injuries among other hand-related issues.Job DetailsLocation: IdahoStart Date: Sep 2, 2025LOA: 16 weeksProvider...
Location:ID
Specialty:Hand Surgery
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.