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 an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 39-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity starts on Nov 7, 2025, and offers exclusive weekend coverage with flexible AM, PM, and 15-hour shifts. The assignment requires a provider comfortable working independently as the sole clinician in a busy urgent care environment,...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced OB-Hospitalist for a locum tenens assignment in Minnesota starting Jan 1, 2026. This opportunity offers a 40-day assignment with 24-hour in-house shifts, averaging 10-14 shifts per month. Providers are scheduled no more than one shift in a row, with flexibility for a 1 day on/1 day off pattern.Job DetailsLocation: MinnesotaStart...
Location:MN
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 39-day locum tenens assignment in Texas. This opportunity begins on Nov 7, 2025, and consists of weekend-only coverage with flexible AM and PM shifts, including the option for extended 15-hour shifts. The provider will act as the sole practitioner in a busy urgent care setting, making...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Texas. This sole provider opportunity begins on Nov 13, 2025, with an 8am-6pm schedule and a 1-day assignment. The dentist will focus on extractions, dentures, and general dentistry procedures in a dynamic clinical setting.Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Nov 13, 2025LOA:...
Location:TX
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced General Dentist for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois starting Oct 17, 2025. This 2-day opportunity features Monday and Friday shifts, including procedures such as extractions and dentures. As the sole provider, you will deliver essential dental care in a dynamic setting.Job DetailsLocation: IllinoisStart Date: Oct...
Location:IL
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This role begins on Oct 13, 2025, and features a 36/40 rotation with 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts. The provider will work autonomously in a streamlined environment, supported by a medical assistant and front desk...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner for a 125-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This role begins on Oct 27, 2025, and offers a full-time Monday through Friday clinic schedule, with day shifts from 8 am to 5 pm. The ideal candidate will provide clinical care for hematology and oncology patients in an outpatient setting and...
Location:NY
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. Starting on Oct 13, 2025, this autonomous role features a rotating schedule with 12-hour weekday shifts and 8-hour weekend shifts. The assignment involves working alongside a medical assistant and front desk staff, seeing 40+ patients...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician for a locum tenens assignment in New Jersey. This opportunity begins on Oct 10, 2025, has a 2-week duration, and features weekday evening and weekend shifts. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing urgent care cases, including COVID care, suturing, and splinting.Job DetailsLocation: New JerseyStart Date:...
Location:NJ
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 125-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts on Oct 27, 2025, and offers a full-time Monday through Friday clinic schedule with day shifts from 8 am to 5 pm. The role is ideal for a provider with experience in hematology and oncology who is ready to contribute to...
Location:NY
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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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.