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 excited to offer a fulfilling opportunity for a Psychiatrist specializing in adult care to join our client's healthcare team in California on a locum tenens basis. This role focuses primarily on treating a lower-income adult population, emphasizing thoughtful and comprehensive psychiatric evaluations. The position is set in a supportive environment...
Location:CA
Specialty:Psychiatry
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - CO
We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Colorado. This short-term role is set to start on Jul 16, 2025, and requires a professional capable of managing a diverse range of dental procedures including extractions and dentures. This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to expand their professional experience in a focused,...
Location:CO
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a highly qualified Gynecologist for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Oklahoma. This role requires a board-certified or board-eligible physician specialized in Obstetrics and Gynecology. The position starts in August 2025 and includes a full-time schedule with on-call responsibilities during nights and weekends. Ideal candidates will...
Location:OK
Specialty:Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a dedicated Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This role offers the opportunity to provide critical care in a dynamic urgent care setting, beginning in mid-July. The successful candidate will be involved in procedures such as sutures, splinting, and the management of superficial wounds, among other...
Location:OR
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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Dentist - NM
We are seeking a licensed Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This role is designed for a dental professional proficient in extractions and dentures, starting on Aug 11, 2025. The selected candidate will be the sole provider at the facility, offering a focused and impactful service environment.Job DetailsLocation: New MexicoStart Date:...
Location:NM
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist with proficiency in general dentistry for a locum tenens assignment in Tennessee. This opportunity, requiring expertise in extractions and dentures, offers a unique position as the sole provider, starting Jun 30, 2025. The role is ideal for professionals looking to apply their skills in a focused, patient-centric environment.Job...
Location:TN
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician for a locum tenens assignment in Montana. This role is situated in a critical access hospital, emphasizing a manageable workload with a daily census around 4 and a 24-hour ER averaging 10 patients per day. The ideal candidate will possess experience in emergency medicine or hospitalist roles, with additional...
Location:MT
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a licensed Optometrist for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in New Hampshire. This role involves general optometry duties, including exams and post-operative care, starting on Sep 1, 2025. The assignment offers a split schedule between two locations, enhancing exposure to diverse patient needs and environments. Ideal candidates will have...
Location:NH
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a skilled Hospitalist Physician for a long-term locum tenens assignment through Barton Associates starting 07/14/2025. This opportunity is located in New York and requires coverage for 72 days, starting from the specified date. The ideal candidate will work 2-3 days per week, including Mondays, Tuesdays, and a varying third day, with...
Location:NY
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Dentist specializing in General Dentistry for a short-term locum tenens assignment in Texas. This role is ideal for a dentist experienced in providing same-day treatments and comfortable working with Dentrix EMR systems. The assignment commences on Jul 1, 2025, and spans a dynamic and fast-paced practice environment, focusing on high-quality...
Location:TX
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.