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 a board-certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist for an 18-day locum tenens assignment in Virginia, starting Jan 5, 2026. This opportunity features 24-hour in-house call coverage with both weekday and weekend shifts. Candidates with the most availability will be prioritized for this active locum assignment.Job DetailsLocation: VirginiaStart...
Location:VA
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician
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Dentist - NY
We are seeking an experienced Dentist for a 16-day locum tenens assignment in New York, beginning Jan 7, 2026. The role features Wednesday and Thursday day shifts from 7am to 5pm and focuses on general dentistry. Proficiency with Dentrix is required. This opportunity is ideal for a dental professional interested in providing quality care in a locum...
Location:NY
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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Dentist - NC
We are seeking a skilled Dentist specializing in general dentistry for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, with a Monday through Thursday schedule and standard day shifts from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive general dentistry services and ensure high-quality patient...
Location:NC
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a board-certified Urologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Jan 5, 2026. This opportunity involves working in a clinic with 8:30am-5:30pm shifts, a minimum of two weeks per month, and covering at least one night of weekday call and one weekend call shift each month.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner for a 4-day locum tenens assignment serving as the sole provider in South Dakota. This opportunity begins on Jan 1, 2026, and features 24-hour shifts from 8 a.m. to 8 a.m. The selected provider will manage all aspects of patient care in the emergency department, including rounding on patients and...
Location:SD
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 4-day locum tenens assignment in South Dakota. This opportunity begins on Jan 1, 2026, with 24-hour shifts and requires the provider to serve as the sole practitioner in the emergency department. Candidates with rural emergency department and sole provider experience are preferred.Job...
Location:SD
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Dentist - NM
We are seeking a General Dentist for a 5-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico beginning Jan 19, 2026. This opportunity requires experience in extractions and dentures and offers a Monday through Friday schedule with varying hours. The dentist will serve as the sole provider for the duration of the assignment.Job DetailsLocation: New MexicoStart...
Location:NM
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking an experienced Interventional Cardiologist for a 7-day locum tenens assignment in Ohio. This opportunity begins on Dec 22, 2025, and features 24-hour shifts from 7a to 7a. The provider will independently round and manage approximately 8 post-operative cardiology patients per day, utilizing the Meditech EHR system.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:OH
Specialty:Interventional Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician
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We are seeking a licensed Dentist with pediatric experience for a 6-week locum tenens assignment in Colorado. This opportunity begins on Dec 22, 2025, with day shifts scheduled Monday through Friday, including a half day on Dec 31. The Dentist will provide care for pediatric patients, perform same day treatments, and maintain a steady patient load....
Location:CO
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a board-certified Family Medicine or Urgent Care Physician for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri. The position begins on Mar 2, 2026, and features 12-hour shifts with a preference for candidates willing to work weekends and holidays. The ideal provider is comfortable seeing patients of all ages, independently performing urgent...
Location:MO
Specialty:Urgent Care
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.